Clive Everton: Legendary snooker commentator dies aged 87 Trending Global News

He was described as “the voice of the game” by the World Snooker Tour following news of Clive Everton’s death on Friday; Everton reached as high as 47th in the world as a player, but first became known for his long stints in the BBC commentary box in the 1970s.

Snooker commentator Clive Everton dies at the age of 87.

Everton was described as “the voice of the game” by the World Snooker Tour following news of his death on Friday.

The governing body said in a statement on Twitter: “Clive Everton, one of snooker’s greatest commentators and voice of the game, has died at the age of 87.

“Everton dedicated his life to snooker and covered some of the game’s most historic moments as a broadcaster and journalist.”

Everton was a former player who reached world No. 47, but was best known for his long tenure in the BBC commentary box, first in the 1970s.

He started the renowned magazine Snooker Scene in 1972 and was awarded an MBE in 2019.

His death comes in a week where, fittingly, players are competing for the Clive Everton Trophy at the British Open in Cheltenham.

Dennis Taylor, who worked in the commentary box with Everton, called him “a pleasure to work with”.

The 75-year-old posted on X: “So sad to hear of the passing of Clive Everton. A wonderful commentator and a pleasure to work with for many years. Condolences to all his family. RIP”.

Another former world champion, current player Neil Robertson, said: “Very sad. It’s the sound I heard so many times when I used to send snooker videotapes to Australia as a kid.

Clive Everton awarded MBE in 2019

“It meant a lot to meet him and have him commentating on my first televised matches. It made me feel like part of the snooker family.

“I’m sure Clive was the inspiration for many of the great commentators we have today and he warmed the hearts of millions of people watching at home. RIP.”