Breaking barriers: Ian Roberts Pt.1

Ian Roberts was one of the toughest men in the NRL. Behind the
footy world’s brutal culture of macho masculinity, Ian was
struggling to deal with his sexuality. In 1995, he bravely became
the first footy player to come out as gay, breaking down barriers
along the way. On this episode, Ian joins Gary Jubelin to reflect
on his painful journey, share how he dealt with his family’s
reaction and the headlines, and how he learned to embrace his
true self.


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