JOHN Higgins is the second best snooker player to hail from Scotland, following in the footsteps of his great friend and foe Stephen Hendry.
Here we get to know the Wizard of Wishaw’s wife Denise, who will be cheering him on at the World Snooker Championship 2025.
PA:Press AssociationJohn Higgins pictured with his family and MBE on March 12, 2009[/caption]
Who is John Higgins’ wife Denise?
Denise Higgins is the wife of John Higgins, one of the most celebrated and decorated snooker players in the history of the game.
John married Denise, whom he has known since his adolescent years at Wishaw High School, in 2010.
Denise is known for supporting John throughout his illustrious career, which has seen him win multiple world championships and establish himself as one of the sport‘s legends.
But things don’t always work out, for example, when John won ranking title number 32 in March 2025 at the World Open.
He told Metro: “It’s just a shame, my missus is coming to Hong Kong and she’s going to be flying tomorrow while I’ll be playing the final.
“We didn’t work that out right, she’s getting on a flight today to Hong Kong, so hopefully when she lands I’ll have a chance of winning the title.”
While Denise tends to keep a low profile and stay clear of the limelight, her unwavering support has been instrumental in helping him maintain focus on his career while balancing family life.
She has also played an important role in encouraging him to stay committed to his practice, especially during periods when he struggled with motivation.
Children
John and Denise share three children together: two sons, Pierce and Oliver, and a daughter named Claudia.
The Higgins family is known for being close-knit, with John often speaking fondly about his role as a father.
But they prefer to keep their private information out of the public domain, so details about their dates of birth, etc, have not been reported.
Despite the demands of his career, which involves extensive travel and long hours of practice, John has always prioritised spending quality time with his family.
The couple’s children have occasionally accompanied their father to snooker events, particularly during major tournaments where John has achieved significant victories.
For example, after winning the World Snooker Championship, John has been photographed celebrating with Denise and their kids, highlighting the importance of family in his life.
PA:Press AssociationJohn Higgins celebrating with his wife Denise and children Pierce (right), Oliver and Claudia World Snooker Championship victory in 2011[/caption] Creator – [#item_custom_dc:creator]
