Iconic snooker commentator John Virgo once had his home repossessed after his gambling addiction and failed marriages. Virgo , who was a much-loved part of the BBC's snooker coverage for over 30 years, died aged 79 on Wednesday . The Salford -born broadcaster passed away in Spain, where he lived, having commentated for the BBC on the Masters just last month . Snooker Legends, a promotions company run by Jason Francis, released a statement confirming the 1979 UK Championship winner's death,