Robert Waterhouse

About the Author

Robert Waterhouse is a lifelong Everton supporter whose passion for the Merseyside blues has shaped his writing career, blending humor, heartache, and unwavering loyalty in tales of football fandom. Born and raised in Liverpool, he has spent over six decades navigating the highs and lows of supporting the Toffees, from the glory days to the gut-wrenching rivalries that define the beautiful game. In his debut book, Liverpool FC Ruined My Life: Sixty Years of Supporting Everton, Waterhouse captures the absurdity and devotion of being an Evertonian in a city dominated by red, offering readers a candid, laugh-out-loud memoir that resonates with anyone who's ever bled for their team. A retired teacher and avid pub raconteur, he continues to pen essays on sports, local history, and the indomitable spirit of the working-class fan.