Tommy Tiernan Show review: Snooker legend Jimmy White says alcohol 'was the devil'

He spoke in detail about his struggles with drinking, cocaine, and gambling
Tommy Tiernan Show review: Snooker legend Jimmy White says alcohol 'was the devil'

Jimmy White on the Tommy Tiernan Show

Sun, 13 Feb, 2022 - 07:00
Denise O’Donoghue

Saturday night's Tommy Tiernan Show touched on some heavy topics, including addiction and mental health.

Snooker player Jimmy White spoke candidly about his experience with alcoholism and how it introduced other vices into his life, including drugs and gambling.

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