Dennis Taylor On His Famous Glasses, Memories Of Alex Higgins & The 1985 Final

Dennis Taylor joins Stephen for a frame at The Crucible one week after Luca Brecel's brilliant victory in the World Snooker Championship. They discuss how he got his famous glasses, his long friendship with Cliff Thorburn and they both share their memories of Willie Thorne and Alex Higgins.
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[@NC-ck5oj]

Dennis has to be one of the most likeable people ive ever seen in any walk of life. Just a really great guy

[@wrc5557]

Ive met him briefly a couple of times and he's a real gent!

[@rhendry5832]

An absolute gentleman

[@sjb7956]

Couldn’t agree more. Great post 👍

[@jibsmokestack1]

Fact’s always thought that from when I was a kid! You articulated it perfectly!

[@DavidHowellsBuilders]

Couldn’t agree more either.

[@Rendaro]

Dennis is a national treasure. Such a nice guy.

[@Ironsmiler]

Never met him, but he does come across as a very nice bloke. Pleased Higgins didn't have him shot after all! 😀

[@sagardahal309]

National? He’s global treasure!

[@crotta2011]

Wel claim Dennis as irish Not British

[@Ironsmiler]

@@crotta2011 A gent like Dennis Taylor is not interested in such sectarian nonsense. Shameful comment.

[@Joseph-dr5tz]

He should stop telling them corny jokes

[@anthonydear4708]

Hendry shows such a humble and passionate interest in everyone he interviews. Incredible considering he was amongst the greatest players

[@jameslee6129]

Hi Stephen. Showed this to Ray Reardon today. He chuckled at the him and Bill Werbeniuk morning session story. Also when Dennis said about ray didn’t make a lot of 100 breaks but loads of one frame visit breaks. He said he felt he didn’t want to wear himself out and that he said he’d have an 80 and his opponent can have the other 20 😂. He remembers the match where Dennis said ray played some of the best snooker he’s seen. Said he only missed like 2 pots the whole tournament. What a character he is. And still playing at 90. Helped me for Q school this year. Wealth of knowledge about the game. So many great story’s

[@TheStevenWhiting]

Been there every year since 1977 is impressive. One of the best commentators.

[@kevinleeobermeyer5601]

As an American of 35 years, playing 8 ball pool in clubs since I was maybe 5 with my father, only discovering the game of snooker along with these snooker legends possibly 10 years ago? I can easily say this channel is just a pure delight. Can’t believe This is available free of charge on KZbin! Thank you, Steven!

[@williamstdog9]

Not only a true legend but What a rich piece of history!! Stories about playing with Alex in the early days?! Knowing Fred Davis?! 😱 All the barn-storming stories about an almost lost era .. 😮 😢 Times with Reardon!? WOWOWOW these elder-sportsmen should be HONOURED & RESPECTED by the young players for what they pioneered in the sport!! 🫡 Thanks again for taking the time to showcase this true gentleman & ambassador 💪👌😊

[@fuseblower8128]

Stephen and Dennis finally made it back to the one-table setup at the Crucible :)

[@S45856]

It's been a while but worth the wait

[@iRedTomato]

I could listen to Dennis talk about snooker history for hours. He’s got so many tales and he’s a great storyteller, I’d like to see him on again, or maybe do a proper podcast.

[@danmorgan7775]

I did not realize Dennis has been at the Cruicble in some capacity every year it has hosted the World Championship. Definitely has made a big contribution to the game of snooker.

[@paulwalker1793]

What a lovely man. Dennis is. Didn't get much sleep in 1985. But was a experience I'll never forget. Dennis Taylor. World champion. Can never take that away from him .🏆👍

[@simontaylor3211]

Absolutely love these frames and chats Stephen. Dennis is such a nice guy and shows he can still pot a decent ball 😊

[@NNC93]

Queen now Ronnies bitch 😂

[@dsimon123]

This channel is outstanding. Each week another great exchange and listening to Dennis Taylor was cool. Thank you Stephen.

[@aliorr9356]

I have to agree! These are better than anything on tv.

[@James-vm7xf]

aye , i always look forward to the new content. Its the best thing on youtube imo.

[@_6079SMITH]

TV ? What's TV ?😅

[@thesmithsnerd]

Could listen to the old legends all day

[@ChubbyChecker182]

Dennis was a big part of the "Resurgence Of The Irish", his win in 1985 alongside Barry McGuigan in Boxing at the same time and The Pogues were culturally Very Important. Shortly followed by Jack Charlton and The Eurovision years. A big change in the perception of the Irish people in the UK....may well have been the first steps to the end of the Troubles. (I might write a book about all that 😊)

[@davmcgurrin]

Really good point. Before my time but very interesting to hear - the power of sport eh!

[@peternagy-im4be]

Jack Charlton? His soccer teams were bloody awful.

[@evonne_o]

Please do the book...

[@snookerstones]

Proper legend is Taylor, learnt so much over all the years listening to him commentate.

[@jeremystewartxyz]

USA guy who fell in love with snooker 15 years ago! These series are a treat. Thank you Mr Hendry!

[@duncanmills391]

Glad to have you with us!

[@lincolnzeras]

Oh that was so nice. Two legends from different generations just chatting and having a little frame of snooker. Amazing!

[@wharsmetoothpicson9465]

My mum and dad bumped into Dennis a few years back at Belfast airport and they said he was the nicest person. It was actually him who initiated a conversation because we're from the same county as him and he overheard them talking and recognised the accent. He just seemed like a really humble fella.

[@nomusician4737]

This is probably the best thing I've seen on KZbin this year. Dennis seems like such a genuinely nice person and Stephen is such a great interviewer!

[@davidsmith5523]

Nice to see Jim Meadowcroft and John Spencer being remembered. I made a tribute video about him a while back with Dominic Dale for my Cues n Views channel. These memories are a true delight. Well done chaps.

[@philipnunn4119]

I met Dennis in 87/88 at the Hofmeister world doubles. He was so kind

[@robertlangmuir86]

Dennis Taylor always seems like such a nice guy.

[@propjoe1060]

Would love to meet Dennis. A top class bloke, great player and great commentator too.

[@Lionfire1]

This should be 2 hours and 29 minutes not just 29 mins!!!!! What a legend Dennis Taylor is, hope he continues to commentate for years and years! Awesome work Stephen, love your channel, keep it up!

[@Infinite_JS]

These are pure gold these videos. Simply the best snooker content on KZbin by far.

[@vvvictoriav5958]

honourable mention to Break from Life, but i agree

[@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff]

Needs STEPHEN LEE

[@blehlast3639]

agreed.

[@PlayMoreGolf-RipOff]

@@blehlast3639 that STEPHEN LEE needs to make an appearance?

[@lfmm97]

Dennis is probably my favorite personality in the whole scene. Such a great guy and a great commentator too. Happy to see him featuring on this series.

[@woz1511]

Great interview with Dennis Taylor, legend n a great embassador for snooker. More show's with Dennis please Stephen.

[@naduncan08]

Brilliant ! i met Dennis in Hong Kong when the Team were there for the Seiko cup. There was a crowd of them in the Bull & Bear Pub prior to the competition (they weren't drinking alcohol) they asked if I was going the QE Stadium for the match but I did not have a ticket and it was full so they took me along put a chair in the corner of the players enclosure so that I could see the matches first hand. That evening went on the "piss" with Cliff Thorburn, what a weekend.

[@uzaironf1704]

Dennis Taylor on Stephen Hendry's KZbin channel, isn't that so nice to see. The nicest lad you could ever wish to meet. And at the Crucible Theatre as well, can you get your breath?

[@FloydMaxwell]

What a delight. Nice to see you featuring him, Stephen.

[@thacasualpoolplaya]

Dennis Taylor is hilarious without any effort. Love him

[@Flez82]

Best one yet. Could listen to Dennis Taylor and Stephen Hendry talk about snooker all day.

[@michaelhuntley1660]

What an amazing pair of utter gentlemen . Both have given joy to people of my age. I remember aged 13 watching Dennis do the 1985 thing. And Mr Hendry being unassailable & awesome in the ‘90’s

[@ZupaTr00pa]

What a legend Dennis is. And to have the pleasure to film this in the Crucible as well - can't beat it!

[@christopherrichardson5352]

Dennis is a wonderful ambassador for the game and one of the nicest guys anywhere. 👍❤

[@TristanColgate]

Genius idea using that high camera angle in this. Seeing Dennis standing at that table from up there gave me chills.

[@carlkamuti]

That 1st red from Hendry was a thing of beauty 🤌😗

[@ianwardell4485]

I remember staying up late to watch that great final against Steve Davis. Dennis Taylor is such a great guy and commentator. Hats off to Stephen Hendry, a great of the game, and a total natural at interviewing. Loved this loads😊

[@Billdick360]

What a lovely fella Dennis is.

[@MarkyBigSmoke]

Remember it well! Massive loud cheer in my house when Dennis knocked this black in. Thanks for taking us down memory lane!

[@JackMcLeodJr]

27:03 That's why you won it 7 times, you see! 🤣 👍🏻 Absolute class

[@zainmotiwala1342]

such a nice vibe Dennis is. you cant like him enough. him commentating on Ronnie's centuries is a better story then twilight

[@oneteaminbristolbcfc]

Soon as anyone talks about that final takes instantly back to where I was! brilliant

[@NoLuuck]

I actually love the fact you’re able to use the actual crucible camera angles in the crucible for this video, with a legend of the game, shows how much of an impact on the game you have to be able to make this video, keep up the good work

[@AGxAG]

That was class!

[@atomcraft4067]

I wouldn't be surprised if they've got keys to the building.

[@PatrolOfficer161]

That's what I was thinking.

[@FUNKINETIK]

Yep, when the first overhead shot of the table appeared I initially thought it was a clip from days gone by.

[@kirkpicken7199]

dennis taylor such a legend, and 7 times world champion stephen hendry such a legend too, your such a great player and still are you just gotta believe in yourself and you will find that star quality again

[@changbeerbeer]

Here’s to hoping Dennis, John Virgo are still commentating for the 2024 world championships 🙏

[@sonicrules666]

The legend Dennis, I was too young to watch the 1985 final live, was only 3 years old, I grew up late 80s onwards with snooker, was great to watch this, siuch a wonderful, lovely man, the world will be a much poorer place when he's no longer with us

[@celtlen]

It's been a joy over the years to listen to Dennis' commentary. "Look at that for a shot, by the way!" A living legend!

[@hariboproductions]

My favourite guy in snooker!

[@Ben-Dixey]

I remember meeting and playing pool against Dennis when he hosted our end of year presentation night for the exmoor pool league. He said he hadn't played pool much before but by the end of the night he was really showing his class and beating everyone. Very funny and lovely man.

[@andy.robinson]

Little nod to the past with that table cam colour-cast 👍

[@Aaron_96]

Dennis reminds me so much of my grandad who got me into snooker. He was from Monaghan in Ireland. They even sound exactly the same 😂 love listening to him commentate

[@Joker-yw9hl]

One of the best voices in commentary

[@andybradshaw5971]

Really enjoyed watching this. I was one of those millions who stayed up to watch that final game in '85. Such a lovely series this Stephen. And hats off to Dennis for just being such a great, likeable human being. Respect.

[@MrKutzzy]

That was a great watch...... Who doesn't love Dennis? Thanks Stephen and the Cue tips team 😊

[@seaniek9175]

Love Denis as a commentator. Has great voice and accent for it. Very fair as well unlike Virgo whisr become very critical. Stephen doing great work on his channel here.

[@wfcyellow]

Such a lovely, lovely, lovely man.

[@72Leroy]

Just wanna say! What a fantastic frame of snooker. Dennis still teaching the younger lol. Keep them coming Steve. Brilliant KZbin site

[@shanmahi2851]

That famous gesture of Dennis Taylor after potting the black is second to none ❤

[@benarcher7411]

It’s tedious now he’s brings it up at any occasion

[@andrewmoody465]

​@@benarcher7411 Where's your snooker world title .u ain't got one so shut it

[@benarcher7411]

Andrew keep liking your own comments you weak little man haha telling people to shut it on social media maybe you should leave if other peoples comments get so upset

[@jamesburne3893]

@@andrewmoody465 He's married Andrew, calm down luvy.

[@asobstoryforeverysong9853]

So nice to finally hear Dennis talk about the 85 final

[@johnrigby9594]

What a blast from the past , two legends .......makes me feel really old !

[@paulwalker1793]

Love Dennis. Lovely man. Was a great player and a world champion..👍

[@michaelrausch617]

I can listen to this man for hours!

[@garethparr9482]

2 legends havin a chat and a frame. What’s not to like!

[@timcrook2231]

Blinding show guy's, snooker tales marvelous 🖖🔝💃😉😎

[@johnhull2941]

what a legend could listen to denis all day

[@donovandavidsonAlton]

Great to listen to Dennis what a great guy down to earth and so nice about everyone

[@alkenstein]

The only thing bigger than Dennis's glasses is his heart! Top episode yet again Stephen

[@Scribble336]

It's his big fat gut.

[@jens-kristiantofthansen9376]

I remember watching the final between Davis and Taylor back then. That tournament was the first time I'd watched any snooker and I was hooked. I've had a soft spot for Dennis ever since and watching this video is just an absolute pleasure.

[@macdofglasgow772]

Love a bit of Dennis Taylor. Him and Steve Davis doing the 85 final recreation was great chat. Taylor is a very funny man.

[@RMS101]

I just love Dennis Taylor, as a player and a person 😍

[@paearley61]

Thank you - wonderful memories I am transported back in time to the mesmerising days of Higgins, Davies, Stevens,Reardon etc.

[@jonny1813]

Had a smile all the way through the video Dennis is such a lovely guy! great video Stephen thank you.

[@jesseboy7951]

Very wholesome, thank you Stephen

[@adrianmorris5546]

Dennis Taylor is such a down to earth lovely man so funny Stephen Hendry is a very humble and speaks with such respect

[@kogurt]

I remember that night in 1985 like it was yesterday glory days and fond memories

[@DavidJohnson-wl3dw]

He did a exhibition in a tiny village in Shropshire a few years back. Golden, great story teller and a gent.

[@anthonywarwick6695]

Worth the watch just to hear Dennis mention my home town of Middlesbrough! utb! lol what a pair of legends 👏

[@dancowham4238]

Absolutely superb, Stephen! This channel is excellent

[@user-cd7cz7ff3p]

What a legend what a lovely man he is❤

[@cobra8676]

There will be many champions crowned 👑 you will see many 147's to come, but that moment denis Taylor created with that gesture, i swear it will be cherished forever, as i write this im getting goosebumps, what an absolute legend he is God bless him.

[@JPERryQuedgeley]

Dennis Taylor... what a beautiful man. A true character and a gentleman. My favourite commentator of all time. He is a walking chuckle of joy.

[@charlesoliver2838]

That was excellent Stephen thanks.

[@Lincolnshire-Paranormal]

Thank you Dennis Taylor. You made snooker accessible to all us 8 scoring numpties. I can't imagine how empty snooker would have been without you and Virgo xxx

[@snakychip]

What a delightful video, Dennis is a real gentleman and a good laugh

[@royalhero4608]

Such a good channel, you can't get this content anywhere else

[@monstieb2122]

Brilliant, cant get much better than that, thank you Stephen

[@bobbycheeseman]

How to do KZbin. Beautifully organic chat, nicely produced, unique perspective. Love it.

[@johnhighland2260]

Not a big snooker fan but this is a great watch with these interviews with ex champs like Dennis brilliant

[@lefrash]

couple of legends

[@kaiying74]

I was allowed to stay up late to watch the 85 final, what a match. I love Dennis, he's such a lovable fella.

[@sasik2556]

I don't know (speak) English, I watch on automatically translated subtitles, I love Snooker (unfortunately I can't play) Great Channel.👍Final 1985 (I must have watched it 100 times) 13.5/h watching.

[@Daniel.Hollenfurst]

Dennis Taylor has a mesmerizing voice.

[@jonsaddler3067]

Love this. So much history in the game of snooker and Dennis has seen it all. I could listen to him for hours

[@johnb5519]

A gentlemen's gentlemen. So many interesting stories, and a fabulous memory to be able to recall them all.

[@markbrocklehurst3764]

Legend. Remember that 85 final so vividly. I was 8 and it was first time mum and dad had let me stay up so late. We were all totally captivated. Denis and JV my favourite commentators

[@workrestandplaysnooker]

I was lucky enough to meet and play Dennis towards the end of 2022. Genuinely one of the nicest chaps ever, he had so much time to talk to everyone an the stories were brilliant too. I'd like to see some of the young British talent coming through, might not have lots to tell but it would be nice to showcase them with the ledge that is Stephen.

[@cowanscott9047]

Was lucky enough to watch that match on the tv.. unforgettable.. it just makes you smile watching this. Lovely!

[@JackMcLeodJr]

Dennis is a proper Lad. How I'd love to have a few pints with that man.