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Ian Roberts (born 31 July 1965) is a British-born Australian actor and former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1980s and 1990s.
Feb 3, 2023 · Ian Roberts was the best-paid player in the brutal world of Australian rugby league - but it took years for him to make the biggest and bravest play of his life.
The remarkable story of Ian Roberts, the only openly gay male Australian rugby league player, is being made into a documentary.
Oct 11, 2021 · Australia rugby league legend Ian Roberts [he/him], 56, is widely regarded to be the first out player in his sport, coming out in 1994 and continuing to play until his retirement in 1998.
May 25, 2016 · Ian Roberts was the first rugby league player in the world to come out as gay in 1994. He talks about his career, his partners, the Garry Jack incident, the death of a young friend, and his brain damage from concussions.
Mar 4, 2021 · Ian Roberts shares his story of overcoming dyslexia and becoming an actor after retiring from rugby league. He also highlights the challenges and solutions for adult literacy in Australia.
Apr 12, 2020 · Ian Roberts was a pioneer of the modern front-rower in rugby league, playing for Souths, Manly and North Queensland from 1986 to 1998. He also represented NSW and Australia, and later became a media commentator and a gay rights activist.
