Nathan Cleary Biography: Wife, Salary, Net Worth, Parents, Age, Siblings, Height, Weight, Contract

Biography

Nathan Cleary (born November 14, 1997) shines brightly as an immensely talented Australian rugby league player. He clinched the prestigious Clive Churchill Medal in 2021 and 2023, and he also earned the title of Dally M Halfback of the Year in 2020 and 2021.

He commands the field as the halfback for the Penrith Panthers in the revered National Rugby League (NRL). 

His prowess extends beyond domestic borders as he proudly wears the green and gold jersey, representing Australia internationally. Nathan Cleary‘s remarkable skills and unwavering commitment to the game have solidified his position as a pivotal figure in club and international rugby league tournaments.

Nathan Cleary
Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Nathan Cleary
Born:	14 November 1997 (age 26 years old)
Place of Birth:	Sydney, Australia
Nationality:	Australian
Education:	Sacred Heart College, St. Dominic’s College
Height:	1.82 m
Parents:	Ivan Cleary, Rebecca Cleary
Siblings:	Indi Cleary, Jett Cleary, Milaya Cleary
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Mary Fowler
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Rugby League Footballer
Net Worth:	$500,000-$1 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Nathan Cleary, a native of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, was born on November 14, 1997. He was raised in a loving household by his parents, Ivan Cleary (father) and Rebecca Cleary (mother). 

Nathan Cleary also shared his childhood with three siblings: two sisters, Milaya Cleary and Indi Cleary, and a brother, Jett Cleary. As he progressed, Nathan attended Sacred Heart College in Auckland and St. Dominic’s College.

Career

Nathan Cleary‘s journey in rugby league is nothing short of extraordinary. Just imagine, he became the youngest player ever to hit the 200-point mark in a single season! That’s like setting a new bar and then smashing it.

Back in 2018, he stepped onto the State of Origin stage for New South Wales, and boy, did he make an impact. His moves helped steer the team to a series victory against Queensland. Then, in a game against Newcastle the next year, he went on a scoring spree, breaking club records left and right with an incredible 34-point performance.

But Nathan Cleary didn’t stop there. When Australia called him up for the Rugby League World Cup in 2021, he didn’t just show up—he dominated. His debut match saw him scoring tries and kicking goals like it was child’s play, leading Australia to a jaw-dropping 84-0 win over Scotland. And let’s not forget his key role in clinching the World Cup final against Samoa.

Fast forward to 2022, and Nathan‘s still on fire. He led the Penrith Panthers to their first NRL championship in over two decades! And to top it off, he was named the man of the match in the Grand Final, bagging the Clive Churchill Medal. Oh, and did I mention he snagged the Dally M Halfback of the Year award for the third time in a row? Yeah, the guy’s basically a legend in the making.

Awards & Nominations

• 2016 Ben Alexander Rookie of the Year 
•  2016, 2020 Penrith Panthers Members’ Player of the Year
• 2020, 2021 Merv Cartwright Medal 
• 2020, 2021 RLPA Halfback of the Year 
• 2020 RLPA Players’ Champion 
• 2020 Brad Fittler Medal 
• 2020, 2021 Dally M Halfback of the Year 
• 2021, 2023 Clive Churchill Medal 

Social Media

• Instagram: @nathancleary_
• Twitter: @nathancleary

Personal Life

Nathan Cleary, the esteemed 26-year-old rugby league scrumhalf, is happily romantically linked with the talented actress Mary Fowler. While their connection is strong, they haven’t embarked on the journey of parenthood just yet and do not have any children.

Net Worth

Nathan Cleary‘s net worth is estimated to be between $500,000 to $1 million. Renowned as one of the top-earning rugby league players globally, Cleary reportedly receives approximately $1 million annually. 

Additionally, he supplements his earnings through lucrative endorsement deals and sponsorships. In 2022, Cleary inked a fresh contract with the Penrith Panthers, guaranteeing him an impressive $1.5 million yearly.