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Walter James Lewis AM (born 1 December 1959) is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, and coached in the 1980s and 1990s. He became a commentator for television coverage of the sport.
Jul 31, 2023 · The rugby league legend, nicknamed 'the King', revealed he has chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a form of dementia caused by repeated concussions. He said he was "gobsmacked" by the scan of his brain and had no regrets about his NRL career.
Wally Lewis was a legendary five-eighth and captain of Queensland and Australia, who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He won eight Origin series, two World Cups, a Golden Boot and was named an Immortal in 1999.
- Five-Eighth
- December 1, 1959
The rugby league legend and immortal, who played for Australia and Queensland, has probable chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a type of dementia. He shares his story and hopes to raise awareness of the condition and its impact on former players.
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Nov 30, 2023 · In celebration of the Birthday of Wally Lewis, watch some of the 'King's' most memorable State of Origin moments at Lang Park, Brisbane. Subscribe 👉 https:/...
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Jul 30, 2023 · The rugby league legend and former Australia captain revealed his heartbreaking condition on 60 Minutes. He said he had short-term memory loss and couldn't remember the name of the disease he had.
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Jul 30, 2023 · Rugby league legend Wally Lewis is battling a devastating neurodegenerative condition, he revealed in an interview with 60 Minutes on Sunday night. Lewis, a State of Origin hero for Queensland and former captain of Australia, has been diagnosed with “probable CTE”, which stands for chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
