Alex Higgins
Northern Irish snooker player (1949–2010)
1949 — 2010
Quick Facts
Profession
Northern Irish snooker player (1949–2010)
Born
March 18, 1949
Died
2010 (age ~61)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
snooker player
United KingdomBorn in BelfastDied in Belfast
1949
Born in Belfast (1949-03-18)
2010
Died in Belfast
About
Alexander Gordon Higgins was a Northern Irish professional snooker player and a two-time world champion, remembered as one of the most iconic figures in the sport's history. Nicknamed "Hurricane Higgins" for his rapid play, and known as the "People's Champion" for his popularity and charisma, he is often credited as being a key figure in snooker's success as a mainstream televised sport in the 1980s.
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Who is Alex Higgins?+
Alexander Gordon Higgins was a Northern Irish professional snooker player and a two-time world champion, remembered as one of the most iconic figures in the sport's history. Nicknamed "Hurricane Higgins" for his rapid play, and known as the "People's Champion" for his popularity and charisma, he is
What does the name Alex mean?+
The name Alex means "male given name (Άλεξ). Etymology: Short form of Alexander.". It is of English origin.
When was Alex Higgins born?+
Alex Higgins was born on March 18, 1949.
When did Alex Higgins die?+
Alex Higgins died in 2010, at approximately 61 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Άλεξ). Etymology: Short form of Alexander.
The name Alex is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Άλεξ). Etymology: Short form of Alexander.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Alex — March 18, 1949
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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Hated losing to you. But respect. Always.
— a rival
Legend.
— anon
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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