Acting
Willie Thorne
Also Known As: Mr. Maximum
Birth Date
March 4, 1954
Death Date
June 17, 2020
(passed away at 66)
Place of Birth
Anstey, Leicestershire
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Biography
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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Super Gran
Himself
1985 • 1 episode
Let's Dance for Sport Relief
Self - Contestant
2010 • 1 episode
Melissa
Party Guest
1997 • 1 episode
Famous, Rich and Homeless
2009 • 2 episodes
Steve Davis Presents: The Greatest Snooker Trickshots
Self
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Jimmy White - The One & Only
Self
2008
When Snooker Ruled the World
Self - Archive Footage
2002
Barry Hearn: The People's Promoter
2012
Unseen Big Break
1997
Best of Friends - The Official Story of Gary Lineker & Willie Thorne
1992
Mark Selby: Life of a World Champion
Self
2015
Ray Reardon at 80
2012
Touching The Blue
Self
2020
The Positive Touch
1988
Gatwick Gangsters
The Beast
2017