I don’t have live access to current news in this turn, but based on recent reporting, snooker figure John Virgo reportedly died in early February 2026 in Spain, with the cause given as a ruptured aorta. If you’d like, I can summarize the latest confirmed details and provide links to reputable outlets for the most up-to-date confirmations.[2][3][8]
John Virgo's close friend has detailed his tragic final hours before his death aged 79, after the snooker legend woke up in pain in the middle of the night.
www.express.co.ukSnooker legend John Virgo has died aged 79 at his home in Spain just weeks after commentating for the BBC on the 2026 Masters tournament
www.mirror.co.ukSnooker legend John Virgo's widow Rosie and other professionals have paid tribute to the iconic Big Break host and BBC commentator
www.walesonline.co.ukJohn Virgo's death was announced on Wednesday morning by the World Snooker Tour and tributes have poured in for one of the sport's greats
www.mirror.co.ukVirgo, who won the UK Championship in 1979, enjoyed a long and storied career but was perhaps best known for his work as a broadcaster. ITV National News
www.itv.comThe cause of death of snooker great John Virgo has been revealed after he passed away at the age of 79.
www.dailymail.co.ukThe legendary former player and commentator has passed away in Spain
www.walesonline.co.ukSnooker icon John Virgo has died aged 79, with tributes pouring in from Ronnie O'Sullivan, Stephen Hendry and the wider sporting world.
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