Sid Waddell
Also Known As: Voice of Darts, Sidney Waddell
Biography: Sid Waddell (10 August 1940 – 11 August 2012) was an English sports commentator and television personality. He was nicknamed the "Voice of Darts" due to his fame as a darts commentator, and worked for Granada, Yorkshire, BBC and Sky Sports. Due to his joke telling skills he was also nicknamed the Thief of Bad Gags, firstly by Dave Lanning. He was nominated for two prestigious awards for his work, and published several books. Following his death on 11 August 2012, the day after his 72nd birthday, the decision was made to rename the PDC World Darts Championship trophy the Sid Waddell trophy from 2013. Waddell's funeral was held in Leeds on 22 August 2012. Before Waddell's funeral he was cremated earlier in the day in a private ceremony. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Alnwick, Northumberland, England, UK
Birthday: August 10, 1940
Deathday: August 11, 2012
Adult: No
Gender: Male
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Phil Taylor: The Power and the Glory
Overview: A profile of 16-time world champion Phil Taylor, who is the most successful darts player of all time.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-03-31
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House of Flying Arrows
Overview: The popular rise of darts is charted in this pin-sharp documentary that follows the trajectory of arrows from local pub to beer-soaked arena. Featuring archive footage, behind-the-scenes access and interviews with current darting personalities such as Michael van Gerwen, Gary Anderson and Raymond van Barneveld, the film traces the sport's evolution from humble beginnings through to the glamorous heyday of the 1980s and on into the lucrative professional era.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-11-14
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The World Of Phil Taylor
Overview: Ahead of the World Darts Championship, we speak to defending champion Phil Taylor and take a close look at the 15-time winner's career.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-12-01
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Darts - The Crafty Cockney Way
Overview: Eric Bristow gives his viewers and fans his top ten tips. Included in the programme are highlights from all of his world championship wins, and a nailbiting 1989 final between Eric Bristow and Jocky Wilson.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-01-01
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Sid Waddell's Wacky World of Darts
Overview: Over the 21 years Sid Waddell has been commentating on this terrific sport, he has seen all the greatest matches, met the most amazing characters, and witnessed some unbelievable scenes. This movie is his ultimate collection of these hugely enjoyable moments, and makes for great family entertaiment.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-09-06
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Special Report – The Voice of Darts
Overview: Generations of sports fans loved listening to the lyricism and wit of the legendary Sid Waddell and on Christmas Day, Sky Sports News HD looked back at his extraordinary life in Special Report – The Voice of Darts.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-12-25
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A Little Bit of Fry and Waddell
Overview: Stephen Fry pays tribute to legendary darts commentator Sid Waddell. He discusses the time they spent together in the commentary box and also talks to Phil Taylor and Sid's son Dan.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-05-20
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Michael Van Gerwen - The Best Darts Player in The World
Overview: A documentary about the Number 1 of Darts, Michael van Gerwen.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-12-16
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Jocky Wilson Said
Overview: Rare archive footage and Jocky Wilson's own words tell the story of the rise and fall of a cult Scottish sportman. Featuring interviews with his friends and darts contemporaries.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-05-15
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Darts Players' Wives
Overview: These women are the unsung heroes of the sport. They keep the show on the road and their men at the oche! They always give 180%, without them the players would be lost and darts would be... just another game.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-01-18
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