John Virgo

A wonderful snooker speaker and TV presenter, John’s consummate professionalism ensures he entertains and engages with audiences both off and onscreen. In 1979, John reached the peak of his career, making it to the semi-finals of the World Championship as well as enjoying victory in the UK Championship. John’s form during the competition was impressive, beating Tony Meo, Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor en route to the final.

Despite being controversially docked two frames in the final due to miscommunication about the start time, Virgo overcame Terry Griffith and his ‘bore him to death’ tactics. Virgo’s consistency and ability to perform under pressure are attributes both applicable for social and business environments alike, making him a formidable snooker speaker.

Hugely experienced in appearing for exhibition matches, Virgo is a trick-shot expert and wonderful impressionist of both past and present snooker stars. A fantastic personality to have at events, John will entertain and engage guests as a sports speaker and ensure everyone enjoys proceedings. A regular on snooker and entertainment shows as a TV Presenter, John’s extensive knowledge and onscreen demeanour ensure he is in regular demand for sporting programmes and documentaries.

"We booked John for an Annual Timber Trades Dinner and wow, he was a true gentleman, he had no problem interacting with everyone at the venue and the stories he told and funny ones at that, had everyone’s attention." - Amanda Adams

"John Virgo attended our Festival Dinner on the 7th December, we very much enjoyed his company, he chatted with all those he met before and after dinner, his friendliness meant a lot to our guests. His after dinner presentation was excellent, hit exactly the right note. He was informative, interesting, amusing, and had taken the time and trouble to tailor some of his remarks to our industry, which went down well. At the end of his speech he received a loud ovation. John was also kind enough to help with our charity auction, and in the nicest possible way encouraged bidders so that we raised a significant amount of money. We were very pleased we chose John as our speaker." - Liz Lockley, Coal Trade Benevolent Assoc