As Sam Burgess has been engulfed surrounding the alleged sexting scandal, he is eager for NRL to conclude their investigation. Sam Burgess allegedly sent naked pictures of himself to a 23-year-old fan, who found it offensive and reported to the NRL.
The NRL Integrity Unit is investigating Sam Burgess scandalous affair and is expected to produce a result by 20 September 2018. Sam Burgess, on the other hand, isn’t worried about the result as he addressed the reporters on Tuesday by saying the truth will come out. He said
“I am happy for the truth to come out. That’s going to be my answer to the majority of your questions. I’m not running away or hiding. I’m here to tell you there is an inquiry going on and until (it is completed) I can’t talk about it.”
However, he expresses his unhappiness as the accusation has upset Sam Burgess pregnant wife. He said
“I’m not angry. What hurts me the most is seeing my wife upset about what’s out there. I’m completely happy to be going through the process. I’ve been open and honest with everything. Hopefully, it’s resolved quickly.”
Journalist Paul Kent feels strongly about the controversy and agrees on penalizing the player. According to Paul Kent, Sam Burgess should be benched for the preliminary final against the Roosters on Saturday night.
As the investigation goes on, let’s find out more about Sam Burgess wiki facts. Let’s also explore Sam Burgess wife and his net worth updates.
Who is Sam Burgess wife Phoebe Hooke?
Sam Burgess met his now wife Phoebe Hooke at an Avicii Concert in 2014 and the couple instantly clicked. Sam Burgess and wife Phoebe Hooke had been dating only for a few months when Sam Burgess got down to his one knee and asked Phoebe Hooke to marry him.
Sam Burgess and wife Phoebe Hooke married on 28 December 2015 with a lavish wedding ceremony in NSW Southern Highlands. The Hollywood actor Russell Crow was one of the 200 guests who attended Sam Burgess wedding.
Sam Burgess along with his wife Phoebe Burgess enjoys a blissful married life. The couple has been married for nearly three years and is blessed with a daughter.
Later in June, Sam Burgess wife Pheobe Burgess announced she was pregnant again, with another child on the way. She is due to give birth in December.
As Sam Burgess is under scrutiny for the inappropriate texting to a fan, his wife Phoebe Burgess has decided to stand by her husband’s side. She didn’t make a direct statement, however, implied that the couple’s married life is unfiltered despite the accusations.
Sam Burgess Net Worth
Sam Burgess net worth is contributed largely by his career as a professional rugby player. He started playing in the big leagues in 2006. He kicked his career at Bradford Bulls in 2006 playing against Leeds.
Though Sam Burgess salary began in a lower range, he returned to join South Sydney Rabbitohs in 2016. With the four year contract, Sam Burgess becomes one of the highest paid NRL players. Sam Burgess salary in 2016 was $1.5 million AUD. In 2018, he further renewed his contract with South Sydney keeping him in the team till 2023.
As Sam Burgess salary increases, it consequently increases his net worth. Further, he has represented the national team of the UK in Rugby world cup.
He also owns housing and properties which is valued at $7 million. Being one of the good players in NRL has ensured Sam Burgess net worth well beyond ten million.
Speaking in the exact figure, Sam Burgess net worth as of 2018 is estimated at $14 million.
Sam Burgess Wiki Bio
Sam Burgess age is 29 years. He was born on 14 December 1988. He was born in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, England. Sam Burgess height is 6ft. 5in. and he weighs about 116kg.
Sam Burgess attended Heckmondwike Grammar School in West Yorkshire and played rugby for Dewsbury Moor and Hunslet Parkside in his junior years.
Sam Burgess moved to Australia in 2010 when he signed a four years contract with South Sydney Rabbitohs. South Sydney Rabbitohs is co-owned by the Hollywood actor, Russell Crowe.
Sam Burgess family also joined him in Australia as he moved to play for the Rabbitohs. Sam Burgess is the youngest among the three siblings. His older brother Luke Burgess and twin brothers Tom Burgess and George Burgess also play rugby.
Sam Burgess mother Julie Burgess is a teacher who teaches at The Scots College in Sydney. His father, Mark Burgess, however, has passed on suffering from motor neuron disease.
Sam Burgess Age, Birthday, Height, Weight, Wife Nationality, Ethnicity, Net Worth
| Name | Sam Burgess |
| Birthday | 14 December 1988 |
| Age | 29 years old |
| Height | 6ft. 5in |
| Weight | 116kg |
| Married | Yes |
| Wife | Phoebe Burgess |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Net Worth | $14 million |
