Playing his first game in his home state of Queensland in over 1000 days[127] and since round 4 of the 2015 season (which was against the Cowboys at 1300SMILES Stadium in Townsville) in the NRL Indigenous Round and the Round 10 double-header at Suncorp Stadium; Slater continued his consistent form by producing an outstanding performance scoring a try, setting-up 2 tries, making 8 tackles, 16 runs (174 metres), 2 line-breaks and a line-break assist; despite the Storm narrowly losing 3638 to the Titans. [13] Slater's club form helped his team finish 6th on the ladder, defeating the Brisbane Broncos 3114 at Suncorp Stadium in the first game of the finals before succumbing to eventual premiers the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs 4318 at SFS. Billy Slater Autobiography by Billy Slater - Penguin Books Australia Read an extract Published: 3 December 2018 ISBN: 9780143782476 Imprint: Ebury Australia Format: Trade Paperback Pages: 416 RRP: $29.99 Categories: Biography Share Billy Slater Autobiography Billy Slater Formats & editions Tr. "She was making [the proposal] really difficult to be honest," he laughs. [74] Slater was the Storm's highest tryscorer in the 2013 NRL season with 18 tries in 24 matches. See What is a sport? [9] Slater played the rest of the year at fullback. Billy Slater 1918 ~ 2005 Billy Slater, age 86, passed away September 24, 2005 of complications incident to age in West Valley City, Utah. [citation needed] Slater played in 4 matches and scored 4 tries in the tournament. of episodes: 2; Latest episode: 2023-02-27; Sports "I've been talking to him about it. Slater's form was rewarded when he was selected at fullback for the Australian national team in the Centenary Test against New Zealand, displacing the incumbent Brett Stewart. [59] Slater played in all three 2011 State of Origin matches, as fullback for the Queensland Maroons. Slater is the son of Ron Slater and Judy Slater. [42] In 2008 he also received the Rugby League International Federation's International Player of the Year award.[43]. Professional Career Vullu is a young man who became famous in Australia as a professional rugby league footballer. Billy Slater won the Man of the match twice in tournament for his performance in both games. Eight wins from the last nine deciders paints the picture of Queensland's State of Origin dominance with the series on the line. Longtime member of Australia's rugby team. "Once he puts his mind to something, he does it. Billy Slater. After dinner, he suggested that they go and sit on the water and get some ice cream, even though she really was not keen. He's got breeding horses and his house is almost built so [his wife] Nicole and the kids have been having fun with that," his mother Judy Slater added. Billy knew something was there instantly. [78] Slater played all three games of the 2014 State of Origin series in which Queensland lost the series 21, the first series the NSW Blues won since the 2005 series. Billy Slater was born to guardians Ron Slater and Judy Slater in Australia. Unbeknownst to Nicole, Billy was hiding her engagement ring in his jacket, ready to pop the question, though every time he tried to get down on one knee and ask her, there was some kind of distraction a kid on a skateboard would fly past, or someone would be walking nearby. "I don't know that he'll have more time on his hands. Slater finished the 2012 NRL season with him scoring 16 tries in 21 matches for the Storm, which made him the highest fullback try scorer in the NRL with 140 tries, going past previous holder Rhys Wesser with 129. [citation needed] In Round 21 against the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks at Remondis Stadium, Slater played his 100th NRL career match in the Storms 1716 win. Although Nicole is an artist by trade, and Billy is a footballer, their shared passions and interests such as their love of horses have never failed to bring them together. Slater was also the winner of the television game show Australia's Greatest Athlete in 2009 and 2010. Funerals & Memorials. He scored 3 tries in Melbourne's 3218 Round 1 win at Etihad Stadium,[31] one at SFS in Round 3, a 106 loss to the Sydney Roosters and two at Olympic Park in Melbourne's 264 win over the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles. Slater, 38, jumps into the Maroons hot seat following one of the most tumultuous series in Queensland's 41-year Origin history. var md = new Date(document.lastModified) (Instagram), 'He said if I made him a bread and butter pudding he'd propose. In Game 3, Slater once again started from the interchange bench with Karmichael Hunt starting at fullback. Billy Slater's enormous talent has allowed him to achieve almost every conceivable goal achievable in his chosen field - two premierships, five State of Origin series wins, three club best and fairest awards, 14 Test caps, and the coveted Golden Boot Award as the Rugby League Player of the Year. Billy and Nicole share two children: a 12-year-old daughter, Tyler, and a 10-year-old son, Jake. The 35-year-old rugby league star played 16 seasons at fullback for the Melbourne Storm, as well as State of Origin for Queensland and 30 Tests for Australia. [151], Playing his first NRL final series appearance since 2014 (despite missing the 2015 and 2016 play-offs due to shoulder injuries) and during the first week of the NRL play-offs final series; Slater played a key part in his side's 1816 win over the Parramatta Eels at AAMI Park, scoring a try (his 180th NRL career try) in the 2nd half of the game which resulted him drawing level to former Manly Sea Eagles player Steve Menzies as the game's all-time second-equal highest top try-scorer. Slater was selected for Australia in the 2009 Anzac Test match at fullback against New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium in the Kangaroos' 3810 redemption win over the Kiwis. The brown-eyed actress grew up there with her parents, Kathy and Dale Wilson, and sister, Tracy Wilson. The Best of Billy Slater 161,641 views Mar 16, 2015 1K Dislike Share Save 13-aside 12.2K subscribers An Australian international and Queensland State of Origin representative fullback, he has. 23:40 AEDT 30 Sep 2021. Slater's four try haul earned him man of the match honours. Discover Billy Slater's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. [68] Slater was Queensland's fullback for Games 1 and 2 of the 2012 State of Origin series which saw the Maroons record winning streak extend to seven series. AboutPressCopyrightContact. [137][138] He was then recalled to the Queensland squad[139][140][141][142] along with Johnathan Thurston for game 2,[143][144] which resulted incumbent Australian Test Fullback Darius Boyd shifting to Centre[145] and Justin O'Neill dropped from the team. Billy Slater is a former Australian rugby player for the Melbourne Storm of the National Rugby League. Trailing 1210, Slater latched onto a grubber kick from Darren Lockyer, chip-kicked the ball over Blues fullback Anthony Minichiello, regathering the ball and scoring in QLD's 2218 win. So I did'. Related Topics: Billy Slater, children, Family, Football, Health, kids, Sport. He was named Australia's Greatest Athlete in 2009 and 2010. . Famous Name Billy Slater Country Australia AU Facts Father Ron No. Billy asked her, to which she quickly replied, "Oh my god, no, yes, yes!". In the third match, he saved a certain try, before scoring the match-turning and winning try with five minutes remaining in Queensland's 2318 win in Sydney. [108] and Australia's successful Four Nations campaign, as well as missing the first ever Perth International Rugby League Trans-Tasman Test match. They have two children, Tyla and Jake. . A few weeks ago he said to me, it's about time to go," Mr Slater said. [14] Slater played 22 matches and scored 14 tries for the Storm in the 2004 NRL season. [61] In Round 24 against the St George Illawarra Dragons at AAMI Park, Slater played his 200th NRL career match in the Storms 86 win. [56] Slater played in 22 matches and scored 10 tries in the Storms drama filled 2010 NRL season. He's a bushie, a country kid and he's never let any of this go to his head. Billy Slater Popularity 39 Year Olds Vurbl People: Interviews, Commentary, News, and More var md = new Date() "He's a lovely kid. He played as a fullback from earls 2000s to late 2010s. Despite losing the match 3222, Slater took advantage of a knock-on from the Blues Anthony Minichiello to score a length of the field try during the match. Billy Slater father's name is under review and mother unknown at this time. [169], Playing at Fullback in his first international test match for Australia since 2014, Slater scored a try and produced an outstanding man-of-the-match performance in the 184 win over England at Melbourne's AAMI Park. Billy and Nicole Slater's lifelong love of horses and interest. [188], Following an injury to Queensland teammate and captain Greg Inglis, Slater was named captain for game 3 in his final Origin game. 1 talking about this. , updated [186], Slater was set to play in the opening game of the Origin series at the MCG; however, he withdrew from the Game 1 squad due to a hamstring injury, in what would have been his last Origin match in Melbourne. Billy Slater was born on 18 June, 1983 in Nambour, Australia. [64] After playing in 24 matches, Slater was the Storms joint highest tryscorer with 12 tries alongside Cooper Cronk and Matt Duffie in the 2011 NRL season. [19], Slater had a less successful 2006 season. [15] He was named in the Kangaroo squad to tour Europe but injury prevented him from joining in the tour. [66] Slater suffered a collarbone injury and was ruled out of the tournament after Australia's 3620 win over England at Wembley Stadium. William Slater, better known as Billy Slater, was born on June 18, 1983, in Nambour, Queensland, Australia. Bill Slater was born as William Slater on the 18 th of June in 1983 in Nambour, Queensland in Australia. [45] In April 2009, he was named in the preliminary 25-man squad to represent Queensland in the opening State of Origin match for 2009, and was subsequently picked at fullback for the opening State of Origin match. [41] Slater played in 24 matches and scored 14 tries for the Storm in the 2008 NRL season. Billy Slater retirement adds another page to his mum's collection of 23 scrapbooks, Follow the action from the third Test between India and Australia in Delhi in our live blog, Follow the live scorebetween Parramatta and Melbourne as the new NRL season begins. Slater was suspended in Round 4 for seven matches for kicking Wests Tigers prop John Skandalis, but also scored two tries in the match. Now, he and his wife Nicole are sharing that wisdom with the world in a new workout program, Move With Billy Slater, that the whole family can use to stay active. Slater amassed 190 NRL tries for the Melbourne Storm, which is the second most in an Australian first-grade career, behind Ken Irvine. He had a great height of 5 ft and 9 inches or 176 cm and a weight of 14st 0lb or 89kgs which was perfect for the sport. [128] This was also his first game playing at Suncorp Stadium, since round 20 of the 2014 Season which was against the Brisbane Broncos;[129] despite missing Game 3 (the decider) of the 2015 State of Origin series and last year's Game 2 of the 2016 State of Origin series. Again this was also stripped from Melbourne for systematic salary cap cheating. Billy Slater has opened up about trading life in inner-city Melbourne for a farm 40 minutes away, revealing he has no regrets. He scored over 570 points during his first 10 seasons with the Melbourne Storm. Despite his costly error and Australia losing the game 3420 to New Zealand, Slater was named Player of the Tournament following the World Cup final in Brisbane. Education: The education details are not available at this time. var months = new Array ("January","February","March","April","May","June","July","August","September","October","November","December") "Anything that had his name in it I'd cut out of the paper, I'm a bit more selective now," she laughed. [110][111], Slater was set to return to action[112] in the Storm's trial match clash against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs at North Hobart Oval in Hobart, Tasmania. Both fans and social media users were questioning the physics of Slater falling, thus drawing accusations of diving. [24] A few weeks later, after having claimed the minor premiership the Storm again met the Brisbane Broncos, this time in the 2006 NRL Grand Final. Slater is both a painter of large-scale equestrian portraits and a breeder of outstanding thoroughbreds. "When that person walks into your life, it sort of smacks you in the face," the rugby league legend and co-creator of fitness program Move with Billy Slater tells 9Honey. [158][159], Playing in the Grand Final at ANZ Stadium on 1 October; Slater produced an outstanding performance guiding the Melbourne Storm to win the 2017 NRL Premiership (their first Premiership since 2012), beating the North Queensland Cowboys 346. Following the game, he received the Clive Churchill Medal as the best player on the field. document.write("Page last modified: "+ md.getDate()+" " + months[md.getMonth()] Bill Slater was born on June 18, 1983, in Nambour, Queensland, Australia, as William Slater. Associated With He was joined by Brett Morris on Australia's national rugby team in 2009. While Slater had the right to go for a quick-tap because he was outside the 10-metre, many disapproved when Fitzgibbon stuck out his hand out on shoulder lightly to make Slater hit the deck. "You could say rugby league is my religion. Producing yet another outstanding performance, Slater led Queensland to an 1812 victory at Suncorp Stadium, thus avoiding a potential 30 series whitewash by New South Wales. The couple said State of Origin would not be the same in the Slater household once Billy retires. Billy Slater. Speaking from their local pub in far north Queensland, Billy Slater's parents Ron and Judy said they were sad to hear their son's plans to retire from professional football after more than 300 NRL games. Billy Paul Slater, 88, of Mount Airy, passed away suddenly Wednesday Jan. 11. (Instagram), 'We became pen pals while he served in the Vietnam War', Billy and Nicole share two children: a 12-year-old daughter, Tyler, and a 10-year-old son, Jake. Slater scored 3 tries in 3 matches, including scoring a try in the Kangaroos 1612 Four Nations Final match loss to New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium.[57]. Billy Slater and co-host Mark Levy riff through the winners, the losers, the players and the clubs, and answer the most pressing questions of the round. [104], During his time on the sideline, his Fullback positions was filled by Darius Boyd for both Australia (during the International Trans-Tasman ANZAC Test match, which was played at Newcastle's Hunter Stadium) and Queensland (for the State of Origin Series). Slater played in the first two matches against New Zealand and then England. Billy Slater was surprised to be offered the Maroons role "When this position got put in front of me, I sort of didn't really know how to react. [120], In Round 9, Slater finally broke his long try-scoring drought by scoring 2 tries in a strong man-of-the-match performance in the Storm's 3422 win over the Dragons. Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume. [113][114] However, coach Craig Bellamy opted to rest him for the opening 2 rounds of the 2017 season[115] and Slater had to wait until round 3 to returning to action. Make snippets of Billy talking to create audio highlights to share with your friends or embed in related blog posts. [163][164][165][166][167][168] He also signed a one-year extension, committing to the Melbourne Storm for the 2018 season. 'Every morning the kids get up and feed the horses before they do homeschooling,' he toldStellar On Friday. [32] After his start to the season, Slater garnered praise from league experts such as Laurie Daley and Andrew Johns as being the best player in the game. Billy's parents left him in a children's home, where the staff physically abused him. [77] In the 2014 Anzac Test, Slater played at fullback for Australia in the Kangaroos' 3018 victory against New Zealand at SFS. According to the now 38-year-old Billy, it was a "great time in [his] life" the duo were friends, bonding over riding horses and show jumping. Family Life He married Nicole Rose in November 2009. In July 2004, he appeared as a guest at the Western Film Fair in Charlotte, North Carolina, along with Stella Stevens, Andrew Prine, Heather Lowe, Lane Bradbury, and Sonny Shroyer. "It's sad he's retiring. His father is a former football player and coach. Slater also won two premierships, the Clive Churchill Medal twice and the Dally M Medal with the Storm. Billy Slater chats to Success North Queensland Editor, Marissa Candy about all things, Footy, Business, Billy's Buddies & Horses - this is what she learned. [190] He played his final game, a grand final loss to the Sydney Roosters, on 30 September 2018.[191]. Both Billy and Nicole have always shared a love of horses, having first met at a 'pony club' when they were teenagers. Nicole and I just try to raise them to be good people with good values, so far, so good.'. [2] Slater capped off a brilliant year by winning the Rugby League World Golden Boot Award as the best player in the world. [17] Slater was dumped from the Queensland side for the deciding third game in Brisbane which led to outrage from some Maroons fans. [54] Despite Melbourne being stripped of their 2007 and 2009 premierships due to the discovery of a salary cap breach, Slater was allowed to keep his Clive Churchill Medal. It wasn't until almost a decade later when Billy made the first romantic move. Bill Slater was born as William Slater on the 18 th of June in 1983 in Nambour, Queensland in Australia. 1997-2023 Topend Sports Network Billy Slater was so concussed from Canberra forward Sia Soliola's high shot that he couldn't remember playing in State of Origin III, according to a Melbourne medical report. [51] During the off-season he was given the first 'Player of the Finals' award, presented by the Rugby League Writers' Association. (AAP Image: Daniel Pockett) Historical records and family trees related to Billy Slater. ", RELATED: 'I said, "If we win the final, I'll buy her a ring"'. The Willunga family home of stylist and Read&Hall co-owner Emma Read. [98][99][100][101] With speculations surrounding his playing future following that shoulder reconstruction,[102][103] his Melbourne Storm Fullback role was filled again by Cameron Munster. John Ellicott presents a celebration of the career of Billy Slater, one of Australia's favourite Rugby League players. With just 10 minutes to go, Johnathan Thurston broke the New South Wales line, drawing in the fullback before passing the ball to Slater who ran the remaining 30 metres to score the match-winning try and a 1610 victory. "She was making [the proposal] really difficult to be honest," he laughs. In October 2008 Slater was selected in the final 24-man Australian squad but hesitated playing since he and his wife were expecting their first child. The Melbourne Storm full-back, who hails from Innisfail in far north Queensland, this week confirmed he will retire at the end of the NRL season. Slater made his NRL comeback in Round 18 playing his preferred fullback position when the Storm defeated the Brisbane Broncos 104 at Olympic Park. The veteran fullback is proof you are never too famous for your mum to keep a scrap book your achievements. [49], In the next week, the Grand Final was won by the Melbourne Storm over the Parramatta Eels 2316. They were married in Cairns in November 2009[197] and have two children, a daughter, Tyla Rose and a son, Jake. [67] Slater played in 3 matches of the series. [2] On 9 September 2014, Slater was selected for the Australia Kangaroos 2014 Four Nations train on squad but withdrew due to injury.[81][82]. Best Billy Slater Interviews on Podcasts or Audio about Billy Listen to audio about Billy Slater. By Zachary Gates. . Cooper Patrick Cronk (born 5 December 1983) is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. We also have sports winners lists, and about major sports events and a summary of every year. [87][88] Slater's incumbent fullback position was filled by Greg Inglis for Queensland for game 3 of the Origin Decider,[89][90] while Cameron Munster who had a stellar year for the Storm filled his Fullback position for the Storm. Slater lives in Melbourne with his wife, Nicole Slater (ne Rose). Slater scored a try in Melbourne's 144 premiership victory over Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, where Slater was bitten in the ear by James Graham during a scuffle. Bio & Family; Name: Billy Slater: Birth Name: Willian Slater: DOB: June 18, 1983: Place of Birth: Nambour, Queensland, Australia: Age: 36: Father's Name: Ron Slater: Mother's Name . Billy Slater has opened up about trading life in inner-city Melbourne for a farm 40 minutes away But it was the following year when he gained national and international attention, earning the name Billy the Kid. [44] Slater was also the competition's top tryscorer with 7 tries. Slater had a modest game in attack for Australia but proved his worth by making numerous try-saving tackles in Australia's 2812 victory at SCG. [91] Slater finished the season with him only playing in 7 matches and scoring 2 tries for the Storm. [27] On his return from injury in Round 17, Slater scored 8 tries from 9 appearances and became a vital cog in the back line of the Storm, setting up over 20 tries during the season. They married in Cairns in November 2009. [189], On 8 August, Slater announced that he would be retiring from the NRL at the end of the 2018 season. [20] Injuries and suspensions kept Slater out of contention for a spot in the Queensland team in 2006. document.write(" CITE THIS PAGE: "+ author + ", "" + document.title + "." Topend Sports Website, "+ published + ", "+ url + ", Accessed " + md.getDate()+" " + months[md.getMonth()] + " " + md.getFullYear()); His identity is white, and has Australian ethnicity. Since retiring from the NRL in 2018, Billy has held a leadership role in the AFL St Kilda team, as well as a commentary role with Nine. 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Hailing from Innesfail in rugged far north Queensland, Billy Slater's rugby league days began in the tough local Foley Shield competition, where his father and uncles had played before him. With the Kangaroos he was the 2008 World Cup's top try-scorer and player of the tournament and won the 2008 Golden Boot Award as the World player of the year. Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this article, China has taken a 'dramatic' lead in critical technologies used for military power, report says, Rajwinder Singh charged with murder over the death of Toyah Cordingley, Superb Lyon claims eight-wicket haul, Australia chasing 76 for victory in third Test, British MP rejects Dutton's claim the UK does not have capacity to build Australia's nuclear-powered subs, NT Police sergeant denies offering legal defence to Zachary Rolfe after shooting of Kumanjayi Walker, Aaryan's parents have skills Australia desperately needs. He returned to the field in Round 2, playing his 300th NRL Career game in the 810 loss the West Tigers at AAMI Park. "I've got lots of memorabilia, and lots of videos for him, we're just so proud. But at the end of the day, this is important to . "When you love someone, it feels right. [7] In Slater's next match in Round 2 against the Penrith Panthers, Slater played his first match for the Storm at fullback, scoring 2 tries in the Storm's 4216 win at Olympic Park. Slater, who starred for the . Slater came back to the main line-up in Round 25 against the Canberra Raiders in the Storms 2218 win at Canberra Stadium. Our beloved Billy Moore recently passed on 2/28/2023. Your body is made for exercising. But, according to Billy, the first words out of her mouth were, "No, no", "What do you mean 'No'?!" [63] Slater was awarded the 2011 Dally M Medal for best and fairest player of the year in the NRL. In Round 2 against the Gold Coast Titans at AAMI Park the Storms 4012 win, Slater scored two where he broke the record for the number of tries scored for Melbourne Storm with 114 tries, previously held by Matt Geyer with 113 tries. Freddie Slater is the biological son of Little Mo Slater and Graham Foster. Despite still being out of action, he missed being part of Queensland's State of Origin victorious campaign although he worked closely with new Maroons coach Kevin Walters as a consultant[105] during the 2016 State of Origin series period, assisting him in coaching and working with the backs, as well as working closely with the team. May 3rd, 2021. He began playing rugby league football for the Brothers club in Innisfail, Queensland. [8] From Rounds 48, Slater played in the centre position before moving back to fullback in Round 10 against the Brisbane Broncos in the Storms 3616 loss at Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre. A broken arm to Scott Prince at the 17-minute mark forced Slater to fullback with Karmichael Hunt switching to five eighth. Slater also set the club's record for most ever tries and NRL record for most ever tries by a fullback. But to 4-year-old Billy, John Stamos is "Dad." Stamos told TODAY Parents first-time fatherhood in his 50s has been his best role yet. [62] The Melbourne Storm won the minor premiership, but were defeated by the New Zealand Warriors 2012 in the Preliminary Final at AAMI Park, ending Slater's season. [16], Slater once again impressed in his third NRL season. [75] In the post season, Slater was chosen in Australian 24-man squad for the 2013 World Cup which Australia won the Final against New Zealand 342 at Old Trafford, where Slater scored 2 tries. When his brother and sister-in-law died, Billy became the guardian of their son Jamie and vented his anger on him. Rugby league legend Billy Slater believes there's little more the NRL can do to educate its players amid yet another off-season of scandal, arguing education "is a parent job, not an NRL job". Together, they won four premierships (though two were later. Freddie Slater is the son of Little Mo. Father and child spend much of the time fishing and tripping over the Great Barrier Reef. Doris Jean (Slater) Rodgers passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 20, 2023, in The Villages, FL. They have a daughter Tyla Rose. Born December 16, 1918 to Leo Veral Slater and Ethel Callaway The next year she was in Los Angeles taking acting classes. (Instagram) Billy popped the question when Nicole was "heavily pregnant" with their first child, 12-year-old daughter Tyler. [182], Slater earned criticism during a home Round 6 game against the Newcastle Knights where he was accused of diving which led second-rower Lachlan Fitzgibbon to be sin-binned. 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