Jimmy White

About

Snookers champion commonly called 'Peoples Champion' won the UK competition, the Masters, and the World Cup.

Before Fame

He became interested in snooker before his teens, often practicing at a local hall instead of attending school.

Trivia

He was only the second player ever to achieve a maximum break at the World Championships, and the first one to do so left-handed.

Family Life

He had five children with his wife Maureen White.

Associated With

He and Steve Davis became two of the most celebrated snooker players of all time.