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What Is Paul Gallen’s Net Worth?
Paul Gallen, renowned as both a retired Australian rugby star and a professional boxer, boasts an impressive net worth of $10 million. Gallen made his mark as the captain of the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the National Rugby League, where he excelled as a prop, lock, and second-row forward. His leadership extended to the New South Wales State of Origin team and as the vice-captain of the Australian national rugby league squad. Under his guidance, the Sharks clinched the 2016 NRL Premiership and secured a spot as runner-ups in the 2017 World Club Series. Gallen’s tenure with the Sharks spanned 19 seasons, tying the record with Cameron Smith for the most seasons played in the NRL. Transitioning to boxing in 2014, Paul achieved victory in 16 out of 19 matches. He also showcased his sports insights as a panelist on “SportsFan Clubhouse” and made appearances on “100% Footy” and “Sports Sunday.”
Born Paul Mark Gallen on August 14, 1981, in Sydney, New South Wales, Gallen’s athletic journey began with the Wentworthville Magpies in junior rugby. He participated in the S.G. Ball Cup as part of the Parramatta Eels junior system. Feeling overlooked by the Eels, Gallen joined the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, explaining to The Sun-Herald, “I played SG Ball for them, that’s it. I’m from the district but I wouldn’t call myself an ex-Parramatta player, that’s for sure. I wasn’t really getting a look-in there and decided to go elsewhere. I wanted to move away from the area and I knew one of the Cronulla trainers at the time.”
National Rugby League Career
Gallen first took to the field with the Sharks in June 2001, making an additional appearance that season. By 2002, he was a regular fixture, appearing in 21 first-grade matches, followed by 17 in 2003. In the opening round of 2004, a clash with Wests Tigers’ John Skandalis led to a two-week suspension for Gallen. Nonetheless, he secured a three-year contract extension with the Sharks that June. That year, Gallen tallied five tries across 19 matches. The Sharks reached the finals in 2005 but bowed out to St. George Illawarra Dragons. His stellar season earned him the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks Chairman’s Award, leading the league in offloads and hit-ups, and a nomination for Best Lock at the Dally M Awards. Despite undergoing surgery for a back injury post-season, Gallen quickly returned to play, representing City New South Wales and the Prime Minister’s XIII. He wrapped up 2006 with seven tries in 18 games, earning the supporters player of the year accolade.
In 2007, Gallen faced setbacks, missing games due to an ankle injury and later a shoulder issue, yet he was named captain of the Sharks. The following year, he proudly represented Australia in the Centenary Test and was part of the World Cup squad. Controversy struck in 2009 when Gallen resigned as Cronulla captain after using a racial slur. Reinstated as captain in 2011, he earned the RLIF Lock Forward of the Year award and repeated the feat at the 2012 Dally M Awards. In 2014, following a guilty plea for unknowingly using banned peptides, he received a reduced, backdated ban from the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority. By 2017, Gallen was again selected for the City v Country match and achieved a milestone as the first NRL player to reach 50,000 running metres. Recognized as one of the greatest NRL players of the decade in 2019, he concluded his rugby career that September, with coach John Morris commending his influence both on and off the field.
Boxing Career
Gallen ventured into boxing in 2012, initially for a New Zealand charity event. He bested Hikawera Elliot, an international rugby union player, with a unanimous points victory. Continuing his success, he narrowly defeated Liam Messam the following year. Turning professional in 2014, Gallen kicked off his career with a technical knockout against Herman Ene-Purcell. He continued his winning streak against Anthony Watts and secured victories over Randall Rayment and Bodene Thompson in 2015. Gallen’s record remained untarnished until a draw with Barry Hall in 2019. His first professional defeat came in 2021 against Justis Huni. After bouncing back with a win over Darcy Lussick, Gallen faced Kris Terzievski in 2022, losing via unanimous decision. He announced retirement later that year but made a triumphant return in 2025, defeating Sonny Bill Williams by split decision.
Personal Life
Paul Gallen has been married to Anne since 2012, and the couple shares four children: daughters Charley, Macy, and Ruby, and son Kody.
Awards
Gallen won the Dally M Lock of the Year award in 2011, 2012, and 2017, the RLIF Lock of the Year award in 2008, 2011, and 2012, and the Harry Sunderland Medal in 2010 and 2011. He was named RLW Player of the Year in 2010, and he received the Brad Fittler Medal and Peter Frilingos Memorial Award in 2011 and the Wally Lewis Medal in 2014.
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