Snooker champion Ronnie O'Sullivan has expressed a desire to mend his relationship with his estranged daughter, Taylor-Ann, after she previously criticised him as 'not fit to be a dad'. The seven-time world champion has three children: Taylor-Ann, born in 1996 from a relationship with Sally Magnus; Lily, born in 2006; and Ronnie Jr, born in 2007, both from his relationship with Jo Langley.
Taylor-Ann, who has not spoken to her father for years, publicly accused him of failing to meet his granddaughter, Zarah-Ann, despite initial promises. In a 2020 interview, she stated: 'He might be world champion to some but he's not fit to be called "Dad" let alone "Grandad" as far as I'm concerned.' She added that her father's broken promises had taught her what truly matters in life.
In a recent interview with The Times, O'Sullivan acknowledged the rift and expressed hope for reconciliation. 'I hope not. I think I've got to make some sort of amends,' he said when asked if the estrangement would be permanent. 'Hopefully, at some point, it might sort itself out. Who knows? I don't know.'
O'Sullivan remains close to his two younger children and plans to welcome Lily to his new home in Dubai over Christmas. He noted that his children support his move to the Middle East, saying: 'They just want me to be happy.' The snooker star also revealed he has no intention of learning Arabic, as he prefers the simplicity of life in Dubai and limited social interaction.
