New Zealand

Sir John Kirwan

One of the All Blacks super, super stars

Humbled and honoured – they’re two words Sir John Kirwan (known to most as “JK”) often uses to describe his life and accolades.

The former All Black and 1987 Rugby World Cup winner became a “Sir” in 2012, joining a list that includes other well-known former All Blacks.

However, unlike his fellow All Blacks, John was recognised as much, if not more, for his contribution outside of rugby union; for services to mental health, having been for several years at the forefront of the campaign to heighten public awareness of depression, an illness he has suffered from himself.

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Key Points

Sir John Kirwan received a Knighthood in 2012 for his contribution to rugby union and for his services to heighten public awareness of depression.
In 1988, John scored a tally of 10 tries in five tests, against Wales and Australia.
John retired from the All Blacks in 1994, his 63 tests having brought him 35 tries, which was then the New Zealand record.
He is an his ambassador for Westpac and ATEED (Auckland Tourism) and continues raising the profile and assisting with the mental health initiatives.
He is also a member of the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust Board.

Topics

Rugby union and sports
Mental illness and health

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