Charlie Curnow is an Australian professional rugby league player who currently plays for the Carlton Football Club in the Australian Football League.
Known for his role as a key forward, Curnow won the Coleman Medal twice for being the top goal scorer in an AFL home and away season.
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- Full name: Charles Curnrow
- Stage Name: Charlie Curnrow
- Date of birth: February 3, 1997
- Age: 27 years old
- Place of birth: Australia
- Australian citizenship
- Occupation: Rugby player
- Height: 1.94m
- Parents: Lewis Pentreath Curnow and Marjorie Curnrow
- Siblings: Ed Curnow, Eliza Curnow, Charlotte Curnow
- Spouse: Amaani
- Children: Unknown
- Dating relationship
- Net Worth: $3 million to $5 million
Early life
Curnow was born on February 3, 1997 and although his birthplace is not widely known, he grew up in Australia.
He grew up with two brothers, Ed and George, and two sisters, Charlotte and Eliza, on a farm in Bellbrae, Australia.
Reports suggest that the Curnow siblings spent a fair amount of time playing together outdoors, which may have contributed to his athletic ability.
Education
There is no public information about Charlie Curnow’s involvement in university or formal higher education. It is likely that he has devoted himself to his professional football career since being recruited by Carlton in 2015.
In contrast, his brother, Ed Curnow, has educational qualifications that include a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering, a Master of Project Management and is studying for a Master of Finance at the University of Melbourne in 2020.
Career
Charlie Curnow has established himself as a standout forward for the Carlton Football Club in the AFL, showcasing his talent after being drafted in the first round in 2015. His standout performances in 2017 even earned him a nomination for the AFL Rising Star award.
Curnow emerged as a standout player in 2022, playing every game and impressing by winning the Coleman Medal for being the tournament’s top scorer.
His teammate McKay won the same award in 2021, making them the first pair from their club to achieve such a feat in over a hundred years. In 2023, Curnow made history again by winning his second Coleman Medal, the first for any Carlton player.
Alongside this achievement, he also earned a place in the All-Australian team and set a new personal record of 10 goals in a single game, cementing his status as Carlton’s rising star.
Curnow has shown his loyalty to Carlton by signing a six-year contract extension in 2022. Despite facing numerous injury challenges, his skill and dedication have proven he has the potential to become a celebrated figure in the club’s history.
Awards and appointments
- Coleman Medal (2022, 2023)
- All Australian Team (2022, 2023)
- 2× Team 22under22 (2017, 2018)
- Carlton Top Goalscorer (2018, 2022, 2023)
Additional Awards: Here are some of the other awards Charlie has received:
- AFL Rising Star Award Nominee (2017): Nominated for AFL Rising Star Award early in his career.
- Fox Footy Longest Kick Winner (2022): Show off your powerful kicking ability by winning the longest kick competition.
- Carlton Awards (2023): Receive several Carlton-specific awards including the Richard Pratt Medal (Carlton Best and Fairest) and the William A. Cook Trophy (Players’ Award).
Social Media
- Instagram name: @CharlieCurnrow
- Facebook name: Charlie Curnrow
- Twitter Username: @CharlieCurnrow
Personal life
Information about Charlie Curnow’s personal life, specifically his dating life and immediate family, is not widely known.
However, he is known to have a close bond with his family, including his brother Ed, who plays AFL for Carlton. Additionally, Curnow is known to be friendly, outgoing and enjoys interacting with fans.
Net asset value
Charlie Curnow, an Australian professional rugby player who currently plays for the Carlton Football Club in the Australian Football League has amassed a net worth of between $5 million and $8 million.
