
Person
Willie Thorne
Acting · 1954–2020 · Anstey, Leicestershire
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.
Known for

Super Gran
Himself
Let's Dance for Sport Relief
Self - Contestant

Melissa
Party Guest

Famous, Rich and Homeless
2009
Barry Hearn: The People's Promoter
2012

Jimmy White - The One & Only
Self
Best of Friends - The Official Story of Gary Lineker & Willie Thorne
1992

Steve Davis Presents: The Greatest Snooker Trickshots
Self
Ray Reardon at 80
2012
The Positive Touch
1988
Filmography
- 2020Touching The BlueSelf
- 2017Gatwick GangstersThe Beast
- 2015Mark Selby: Life of a World ChampionSelf
- 2012Barry Hearn: The People's Promoter
- 2012Ray Reardon at 80
- 2010Let's Dance for Sport ReliefSelf - Contestant
- 2009Famous, Rich and Homeless
- 2008Jimmy White - The One & OnlySelf
- 2002When Snooker Ruled the WorldSelf - Archive Footage
- 1997Unseen Big Break
- 1997MelissaParty Guest
- 1992Best of Friends - The Official Story of Gary Lineker & Willie Thorne
- 1988The Positive Touch
- 1985Super GranHimself
- —Steve Davis Presents: The Greatest Snooker TrickshotsSelf
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