Johnathan Dean Thurston AM (born 25 April 1983) is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the National Rugby League (NRL). Thurston was an Australian international, Queensland State of Origin and Indigenous All Stars representative, playing at halfback or five-eighth, and was a noted goal-kicker.
- Johnathan Dean Thurston
- 25 April 1983 (age 40), Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 89 kg (14 st 0 lb)
12 de ago. de 2022 · North Queensland Cowboys great Johnathan Thurston flew back home to be with his family after he was left "absolutely devastated" by the news that his former coach, Paul Green, had died by suicide at the age of 49. Key points: Johnathan Thurston was due to appear on Nine's Thursday night football coverage, but instead flew home to be with his family
1 de sept. de 2018 · All Stars and all class: Johnathan Thurston has been a strong advocate for Indigenous causes. NRL Photos Rugby league has had two opposing coaches in the State of Origin series with Indigenous or Torres Strait heritage, NSW’s Laurie Daley and Queensland’s Mal Meninga.
15 de ago. de 2022 · A grief stricken Johnathan Thurston has revealed that he regularly consulted a psychologist and urged others to seek mental health advice after the shock death of mentor and mate Paul Green.
- NRL Senior Reporter