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. His father is a former football player and coach. [26], Slater had a quiet start to the 2007 season. [118][119] The following week, he started at Fullback in the Storm's 2214 win over the West Tigers playing 80 minutes at Leichhardt Oval, which was his first full-game and away game. Slater was also the winner of the television game show Australia's Greatest Athlete in 2009 and 2010. It just happened. Billy Slater was born on 18 June, 1983 in Nambour, Australia. Billy Slater has reflected on his first win as QLD Maroons coach, as three of his debutants produced stellar displays in an upset 16-10 win over New South Wales. Slater, who starred for the . Parents roasted after sharing the names of their three children: 'I just threw up a little bit' . It wasn't until almost a decade later when Billy made the first romantic move. When Billy Slater and his wife of 11 years Nicole Slater (ne Rose) started dating 16 years ago, Billy wasn't looking for his one great love. 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. [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. Associated With He was joined by Brett Morris on Australia's national rugby team in 2009. Family Life He married Nicole Rose in November 2009. An Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. Reece Walsh took a call from Billy Slater on Monday as the 19-year-old Warriors star looks to learn all he can from arguably the greatest fullback of all time. About midway through the second half of the World Cup final Slater, who had set up Australia's first two tries, made a grave misjudgement, Slater threw a wild pass back in field after attempting to go the short side from a kick return and it was snapped up by Benji Marshall for a gift four-pointer. He picked up a shoulder injury in the Storm's 3014 home game win over the Warriors, which resulted him missing the next 4 weeks of action;[83] including the Kangaroos' Annual Trans-Tasman ANZAC Test match clash to the Kiwis, with Greg Inglis filling his Fullback position. Billy Slater 1918 ~ 2005 Billy Slater, age 86, passed away September 24, 2005 of complications incident to age in West Valley City, Utah. [21] Slater was suspended for 2 matches. "Once he puts his mind to something, he does it. He was sin-binned for throwing several punches at winger, Jason Nightingale. "He'll be up here a lot more. ', The comments below have not been moderated, By He's very thoughtful and very normal. 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. 'When that person walks into your life, it sort of smacks you in the face,' Billy told 9Honey in July. [190] He played his final game, a grand final loss to the Sydney Roosters, on 30 September 2018.[191]. 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. A one-club man who debuted in 2003, Slater formed part of Melbourne's iconic 'big three' alongside Cameron Smith and Cooper Cronk. Slater was born in Nambour, Queensland, Australia on 18 June 1983. Billy Slater is a former Australian rugby player for the Melbourne Storm of the National Rugby League. Billy knew something was there instantly. 23:07 AEDT 30 Sep 2021 The Willunga family home of stylist and Read&Hall co-owner Emma Read. Slater is the son of Ron Slater and Judy Slater. They have two children, Tyla and Jake. I pinch myself sometimes and wonder how he did it, but he's got so much dedication and he sacrificed a lot," she said. [41] Slater played in 24 matches and scored 14 tries for the Storm in the 2008 NRL season. Home > Sports > List > Rugby League > Profiles > Slater. Slater is both a painter of large-scale equestrian portraits and a breeder of outstanding thoroughbreds. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? His father Ron said his son often sought his parents' advice when it came to his footy career and told them about his plans to retire about a month before his public announcement. [6][198], Billy Slater participated in the television show Australia's Greatest Athlete and was the winner for both Season 1 (broadcast on Channel 9) and Season 2 (on Channel 7) against a diverse range of athletes such as Olympic gold medalist Steve Hooker, ironman Ky Hurst and V8 Supercar champions Jamie Whincup and Craig Lowndes. [2] Slater capped off a brilliant year by winning the Rugby League World Golden Boot Award as the best player in the world. [29] Slater won the Storms Back of the Year Award. The family now breedsthoroughbred horses, while artist Nicole, 36, also paints the animals, showing off her stunning artworks on Instagram. [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. [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. [77] In the 2014 Anzac Test, Slater played at fullback for Australia in the Kangaroos' 3018 victory against New Zealand at SFS. 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. 1 talking about this. + " " + md.getFullYear()); A rugby league dual premiership winner with the Melbourne Storm. Billy Slater has opened up about trading life in inner-city Melbourne for a farm 40 minutes away The couple said State of Origin would not be the same in the Slater household once Billy retires. "And he'll stick with the Melbourne Storm, teaching the young fellas.". In the post season Slater was named at Fullback in the Melbourne Storm Team of the Decade.[30]. of Twitter Followers 174K No. [76], In Round 2 against the Penrith Panthers, Slater reached a milestone of having played 250 games for Melbourne Storm in the 1817 win at AAMI Park. For the Anzac Test, Slater was selected to play at fullback in the Kangaroos 2012 victory against New Zealand at Eden Park. His ethnicity is white, and holds Australian nationality. Slater started the 2015 season, playing featuring in the first 5 rounds of the season. With a wry smile and a beer in hand, Mr Slater said his son still had work to do before the end of the season. var months = new Array ("January","February","March","April","May","June","July","August","September","October","November","December") Billy and Nicole had actually known each other since their adolescence, first meeting at a "pony club" when they were around 13 or 14. 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. [163][164][165][166][167][168] He also signed a one-year extension, committing to the Melbourne Storm for the 2018 season. RELATED: 'We became pen pals while he served in the Vietnam War'. [108] and Australia's successful Four Nations campaign, as well as missing the first ever Perth International Rugby League Trans-Tasman Test match. Born Sept. 6, 1928 in Ray County, MO to George and Leona Slater, he was the devoted husband of Mary Helen. , updated A broken arm to Scott Prince at the 17-minute mark forced Slater to fullback with Karmichael Hunt switching to five eighth. [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. [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. The duo finally tied the knot in Cairns in November 2009. This prolonged experience underpins . A tribute to Billy Slater (born 18 June 1983). Slater's four try haul earned him man of the match honours. [48] Slater notched up his 100th NRL career try in Melbourne's 4010 victory over the Brisbane Broncos in the preliminary final at Etihad Stadium, becoming only the second Melbourne player to do so after Matt Geyer. [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. [188], Following an injury to Queensland teammate and captain Greg Inglis, Slater was named captain for game 3 in his final Origin game. (And his parents Ron and Judy still live here in NQ.) 'But with kids there are always challenges - whether they're two, 12 or 22. He also joined the Nine Networks NRL commentary team in 2019[192] On 14 March 2019 Melbourne Storm Announced the renaming of the Northern Stand of AAMI Park to Slater Stand. "August","September","October","November","December") 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. Longtime member of Australia's rugby team. Bill Slater was born on June 18, 1983, in Nambour, Queensland, Australia, as William Slater. [66] Slater suffered a collarbone injury and was ruled out of the tournament after Australia's 3620 win over England at Wembley Stadium. It's something you buy into and believe in, isn't it? Following the awarding of the Dally M Medal, there was commentary about Slater's progress. He began playing rugby league football for the Brothers club in Innisfail, Queensland. AboutPressCopyrightContact. [53], For the 2010 Anzac Test, Slater was selected to play for Australia at fullback in their 128 victory against New Zealand at AAMI Park. Billy Slater chats to Success North Queensland Editor, Marissa Candy about all things, Footy, Business, Billy's Buddies & Horses - this is what she learned. . [74] Slater was the Storm's highest tryscorer in the 2013 NRL season with 18 tries in 24 matches. Freddie Slater is the biological son of Little Mo Slater and Graham Foster. [72] In the 2013 Anzac Test, Slater played at fullback for Australia in the Kangaroos' 3212 victory against New Zealand at Canberra Stadium. Billy was the youngest of two sons. Billy Slater with his family wife Nicole and children Tyla Rose, nine, and seven-year-old Jake. Slater was the Storm's highest try scorer in the 2003 NRL season with 19 tries in their 26 matches. 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His identity is white, and has Australian ethnicity. Nicole and I just try to raise them to be good people with good values, so far, so good.'. 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'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. Billy Slater was born to parents Ron Slater and Judy Slater in Australia. "We've got a premiership to win," he said. . Her first taste of fame came in 1990 when she won Miss Teen USA. A post shared by Billy Slater (@b1slater) on Aug 11, 2017 at 12:33am PDT. When he gets a spare minute from rugby league, he likes to head down the coast for a surf. [25] Slater played in 15 matches and scored 5 tries for the Storm in the 2006 NRL season. 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. William Slater (born 18 June 1983), is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. But it was the following year when he gained national and international attention, earning the name Billy the Kid. John Ellicott presents a celebration of the career of Billy Slater, one of Australia's favourite Rugby League players. 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. 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. Vurbl People: Interviews, Commentary, News, and More 10 ratings1 review. Slater started the year scoring 9 tries in 5 games, including 2 tries per game in the opening 4 rounds of the season. . Slater Thoroughbreds is a high-end breeder of quality thoroughbred horses. He has ranked on the list of those famous people who were born on June 18, 1983. "When you love someone, it feels right. Once again Slater was picked for the Queensland State of Origin team, this time at his preferred position of fullback. Now, alongside Nicole who herself is a talented artist he's working on their fitness and health app Move with Billy Slater, available on the Apple and Android app stores, or via their website. F Share T Tweet Q SMS W WhatsApp B Email J Tumblr L LinkedIn. NRL legend Billy Slater, 39, and wife Nicole make a rare appearance at the Gold Coast's . Billy, who was still playing with Melbourne Storm at the time, took Nicole out to dinner in St Kilda, but it was no easy feat she really didn't want to go, and after some convincing, he managed to get her there. [65] On 3 October, Slater was selected for the Australian Kangaroos, to play as fullback in the 2011 Rugby League Four Nations tournament. [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. Forget spending money on gym memberships or fancy equipment - everything that you need to improve your . [56] Slater played in 22 matches and scored 10 tries in the Storms drama filled 2010 NRL season. 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. 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. His beaming mother Judy said she had been making scrapbooks full of newspaper clippings detailing their boy's greatest moments since he packed up his car and moved to Brisbane to play at age 18. 1997-2023 Topend Sports Network By Zachary Gates. Slater made his NRL comeback in Round 18 playing his preferred fullback position when the Storm defeated the Brisbane Broncos 104 at Olympic Park. Mrs Slater said although it was expensive to feed a rising professional football star, her son's dedication to his sport made all their sacrifices worth it. Related Topics: Billy Slater, children, Family, Football, Health, kids, Sport. [10], Slater made his debut on the wing for Queensland in game one of the 2004 State of Origin series. The brown-eyed actress grew up there with her parents, Kathy and Dale Wilson, and sister, Tracy Wilson. For 16 years now he's been at the top, it's a lot of commitment.". He has also represented Australia. This week he talks to Billy Slater. Formerly of Pittsburgh, PA and Juno Beach, FL. [22] In Round 22 against the Wests Tigers in the Storms 464 win at Olympic Park,[23] Slater was given a two match suspension for a late forearm, which was his third suspension for the season. Again this was also stripped from Melbourne for systematic salary cap cheating. Genealogy profile for Billy Slater Billy SLATER (1918 - 2005) - Genealogy Genealogy for Billy SLATER (1918 - 2005) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. 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