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Willie Thorne
Anstey, Leicestershire
Willie Thorne (4 March 1954 – 17 June 2020) was an English professional snooker player. He won one ranking title, the 1985 Classic. He also reached the final of the 1985 UK Champi…
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Willie Thorne (4 March 1954 – 17 June 2020) was an English professional snooker player. He won one ranking title, the 1985 Classic. He also reached the final of the 1985 UK Championship, losing 16–14 to Steve Davis after leading 13–8. He was noted for his break-building, and was among the first players to compile 100 century breaks. He earned the nickname "Mr Maximum". After retiring as a player, Thorne became a snooker commentator, primarily for the BBC.
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2020
Touching The Blue
Movie Self
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2017
Gatwick Gangsters
Movie The Beast
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2015
Mark Selby: Life of a World Champion
Movie Self
- 2012
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2012
Ray Reardon at 80
Movie
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2010
Let's Dance for Sport Relief
TV show Self - Contestant
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2009
Famous, Rich and Homeless
TV show
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2008
Jimmy White - The One & Only
Movie Self
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2002
When Snooker Ruled the World
Movie Self - Archive Footage
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1997
Unseen Big Break
Movie
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1997
Melissa
TV show Party Guest
- 1992
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1988
The Positive Touch
Movie
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1985
Super Gran
TV show Himself
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