An evening with Mat Rogers
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Mat Rogers is an Aussie footy legend and TV star who has triumphed over hardship, loss and heartache. Mat is one of the most talented footballers of the modern era and a dual international in rugby league and rugby union. But for a long time, Mat Rogers lived in both the shadow and the thrall of his famous father, and their complex relationship shaped him in ways he couldn’t fathom.
Rogers reveals how his teenage years were marked by periods of rebellion and self-destructive behaviour and becoming a father whilst still a boy. Rogers also recounts the impact of losing both his parents in tragic circumstances and the experimental neck surgery he underwent in 2007, ending years of debilitating pain.
Rogers tells of the discovery that his son Max is autistic prompted him and second wife Chloe to co-found charity 4 ASD Kids. He also speaks to his two memorable appearances on Australian Survivor. Rogers’ story is one of a man who rises to the difficulties life sends his way.
Rogers reveals how his teenage years were marked by periods of rebellion and self-destructive behaviour and becoming a father whilst still a boy. Rogers also recounts the impact of losing both his parents in tragic circumstances and the experimental neck surgery he underwent in 2007, ending years of debilitating pain.
Rogers tells of the discovery that his son Max is autistic prompted him and second wife Chloe to co-found charity 4 ASD Kids. He also speaks to his two memorable appearances on Australian Survivor. Rogers’ story is one of a man who rises to the difficulties life sends his way.