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Matthew James Johns (born 27 July 1971)[citation needed] is an Australian rugby league media personality, commentator and former professional player. An Australian international and New South Wales State of Origin representative five-eighth, Johns played his club football primarily with the Newcastle Knights, alongside his younger brother, Andrew. Since March 2011, Johns has been a co-host on the Triple M Sydney breakfast show called The Grill Team with Mark Geyer. Since 2012, Johns has been a part of the Fox Sports NRL coverage. He had his own show on Channel 7 for one season in 2010, The Matty Johns Show and since 2013 has hosted a rugby league analysis and light entertainment show on Foxtel airing two nights each week.

Key Information

Playing career

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He played as five-eighth for the Knights, playing outside his younger brother Andrew Johns at halfback for nine seasons. Johns was part of the Australian squad that won the 1995 Rugby League World Cup, and went on to play eight matches for his country. He also played four State of Origin series matches for New South Wales for four losses. Another highlight of his career with the Knights was the 1997 Australian Rugby League grand final victory over the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles.[3]

Johns was selected for the Australian team to compete in the end of season 1999 Rugby League Tri-Nations tournament. In the final against New Zealand he played at five-eighth and scored a try in the Kangaroos' 22–20 victory.[citation needed]

Salary cap problems led to Johns leaving the Newcastle club at the end of 2000 to play a season with the UK based Super League club Wigan.[4] He considered playing for Wales at the 2000 Rugby League World Cup due to his Welsh heritage.[5] Johns played for the Wigan Warriors at five-eighth in their 2001 Super League Grand Final loss to the Bradford Bulls.

Johns returned to the National Rugby League in 2002 to play a season with the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, before shoulder and neck injuries forced his retirement at the end of the season.[6]

2002 NZ tour sexual assault investigation

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While on a pre-season tour of New Zealand in February 2002, Johns and 11 other unnamed members of the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks were involved in a group sex session with a 19-year-old in Johns' Christchurch hotel room.[7][8][9][10] Following an allegation of sexual assault from the woman five days later, police investigated the incident both in New Zealand and Australia but did not lay any charges.[11][12]

Seven years later, the ABC TV Four Corners documentary program "Code of Silence", broadcast on 11 May 2009, reported on the incident.[9][10] Although Four Corners spoke to Johns about the incident, he declined to give an on-camera interview for the program.[13] The alleged victim (known by the pseudonym "Clare") stated that she had returned to room 21 of the Racecourse Hotel with Johns and another player, and that when one of them began to kiss her without her consent, she felt socially awkward objecting to the unwanted advance; which eventually led to sex.[14]

Johns admitted to taking part, but stated that the act was consensual.[8] In May 2009, Johns agreed to be interviewed by the Nine Network to give his viewpoint of the incident, saying it had been painful for his family and regretted what happened.[15] He stated that he had been apprehensive about the consequences of the incident for seven years.[16]

Subsequent to the Four Corners program, Johns was stood down by Channel Nine from his role as rugby league commentator and co-host of The Footy Show. The Melbourne Storm also took the step of releasing Johns indefinitely as an assistant coach.[17][18][19]

Entertainment career

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Film

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Main article: Reg Reagan

Johns's first foray into entertainment began in 1999 when he adopted the persona of Reg Reagan in a low-budget film, In Search of the Holy Grail, which was made for The Shoot Out 24 Hour Filmmaking Festival in Newcastle.[20] The film also starred fellow Knights players Andrew Johns as Bruno, Matthew Gidley, Trent Watson, Danny Buderus and Robbie O'Davis. The Nine Network showed excerpts of the film on The Footy Show.

The Reg Reagan character was developed further in an article in the Sydney Morning Herald in 2000 where Johns described the character as a late 1970s Australian (or ocker) who smoked only Winfield Reds and drank KB beer. Fans of Johns's new side Cronulla started wearing copies of the T-shirt worn by Reagan, with the slogan "Bring Back the Biff", to games.

Johns appeared in Footy Legends where he appeared as himself. The film was directed by Khoa Do, and released on 3 August 2006. In 2007 The Final Winter presented Johns in his first feature film acting role where he starred as 'Jack', the 1980s coach of the Newtown Jets.[21]

Television

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In 2002, Johns became a regular on The Footy Show with Reagan and a new character, Trent, a gay flight attendant from San Francisco.[citation needed] After his retirement as a player, Johns signed deals with the Nine Network and Sony Music Entertainment. He appeared on The Footy Show and as a commentator on Nine's broadcasts of rugby league matches. He has recorded a DVD titled "All of Me", released in June 2004, featuring skits by Reg Reagan and Trent the flight attendant.[citation needed]

In 2004, as Reg Reagan, Johns recorded a song called "Am I Ever Gonna See the Biff Again?" sung to the tune of The Angels' 1976 hit "Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again?". The song is a humorous lamentation of the decline of onfield violence in professional rugby league.

Johns in October 2008

Johns was indefinitely stood down from his position on the Nine Network in May 2009 after the airing of the Four Corners program. He was subsequently replaced by Phil Gould.[22] He was asked by Channel 9 to make a comeback to commentary later in the season but Johns declined.[23]

Towards the end of 2009, Johns turned down a $600,000-a-year contract with Channel 9 in favour of starting up his own production company alongside John Singleton.[24]

In 2010, Johns signed with rival network Channel Seven and launched a new family-friendly, NRL/entertainment show on 25 March at 7:30pm in NSW and Queensland.[25] After one season, the show was discontinued.

In 2012, Johns joined Fox Sports (Australia) as part of their rugby league coverage. He is the host of his own show "Sunday Night with Matty Johns".[26]

Author

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In 2004, Johns released Reg Reagan's 'This Is My Life' through Pan Macmillan.[27]

Radio

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In March 2011 Johns joined Triple M Sydney's breakfast show The Grill Team[28] introducing a number of character impersonations including "Bruce", the effeminate producer for Triple M's sister station 2Day FM's breakfast team Kyle and Jackie O; the crude coal-mining magnate (and owner of the Newcastle Knights) Nathan Tinkler; and the rugby league greats Andrew Johns, Brad Fittler and Darren Lockyer as the "Future Immortals Gone Nuts". [citation needed] His last day in the Grill Team was on 7 December 2018. Johns currently work on SEN radio's "Morning Glory with Matty Johns" program. In June 2023, his brother Andrew Johns quit the show after a public falling out over comments Matthew Johns made about Queensland ahead of the 2023 State of Origin series.[29]

Personal life

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Johns is founder and co-owner of Steel City Beer Company with Andrew Johns, Danny Buderus, Kurt Gidley and Matt Hoy.[30][31]

Johns' sons, Cooper Johns and Jack Johns, are former rugby league players.

Works

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Filmography

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Songs

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  • "Rugby League Outlaw" (2005)
  • "Video Killed the Football Star" (2008)

Books

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  • This Is My Life (2004) ISBN 1-4050-3609-5
  • From The Sheds (2008) ISBN 0-7322-8651-4

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Matthew Johns (born 27 July 1971) is an Australian former professional rugby league player and current media commentator, best known for his role as a five-eighth with the Newcastle Knights. Johns played 176 first-grade games for the Knights from 1992 to 2000, partnering effectively with his younger brother Andrew at halfback in a combination that contributed to the club's maiden NRL premiership win in 1997. He represented New South Wales in four State of Origin matches between 1995 and 1998 and earned selection for Australia, appearing in international Tests including two during the 1999 Tri-Nations series. After retiring in 2002, Johns transitioned to broadcasting, hosting shows focused on rugby league analysis and entertainment. His media career was interrupted in 2009 when a television investigation revealed his participation in a group sex session with Cronulla Sharks teammates and a woman during a pre-season tour in New Zealand in 2002; although Johns maintained the encounter was consensual, the ensuing public outcry over the woman's reported distress led to his dismissal from Channel Nine and other roles. He later resumed commentary work, leveraging his playing experience for ongoing contributions to rugby league media.

Rugby League Career

Club Career

Matthew Johns began his professional career with the , debuting in the NSWRL Premiership in 1992 after progressing through Cessnock juniors. He primarily played as , forming a long-term partnership with his younger brother at halfback, and featured in 177 games for the club from 1992 to 2000, scoring 22 tries, 9 field goals, and 97 points. During this period, Johns contributed to the ' maiden NRL Premiership victory in the 1997 against the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles, held on September 28, 1997, at the Sydney Football Stadium, where Newcastle triumphed 22-16. In 2001, Johns moved to the Super League, signing with the Wigan Warriors, where he played 24 games, scored 3 tries and 1 field goal for 26 points, and participated in the Grand Final loss to the Bradford Bulls on October 13, 2001. He returned to Australia for the 2002 NRL season with the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, appearing in 21 games, scoring 8 tries for 32 points, before chronic neck and shoulder injuries prompted his retirement at the end of the year.
ClubYearsGamesTriesGoalsField GoalsPoints
1992–2000177220997
20012430126
20022180032

Representative Career

Matthew Johns represented in four matches, debuting as alongside his brother in Game 1 of the 1995 series on May 23, 1995. suffered defeats in all four of his appearances, which occurred across the 1995 and 1998 series. His Origin tenure highlighted his tactical acumen and partnership with , though the failed to secure victories during his involvement. Johns earned nine caps for the Australian Kangaroos in Test matches between 1995 and 1999, achieving a record of eight wins and one loss. He featured prominently in the , playing four games including the final against on October 22, 1995, where he scored a try in Australia's 22-20 victory at . Additional appearances included the 1995 Test series against (two wins) and the 1999 Tri-Nations tournament, where he started at in the final 24-22 win over on November 6, 1999, following a match against . Johns often played as or from the bench, contributing 1 try and 4 points across his Tests. He also represented City in the annual City vs Country Origin match in 1996, aiding a victory.

Key Achievements and Statistics

Matthew Johns won the 1997 Australian (ARL) Premiership with the , defeating the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles 22–16 in the Grand Final. He contributed a crucial in the Knights' 17–12 Preliminary Final victory over North Sydney that year, securing their path to the decider. Johns represented in four matches between 1995 and 1998, partnering with his brother Andrew in the halves during his debut year. Internationally, he earned nine caps for from 1995 to 1999, including participation in the victorious 1995 squad, the 1995 Test Series win over , and the 1999 Tri-Nations tournament. His test record stood at eight wins and one loss, with two tries scored. Over his club career spanning 1992 to 2002, Johns played 222 first-grade matches, primarily as a five-eighth or halfback, scoring 33 tries for 155 points. With Newcastle, he appeared in 177 games and amassed 97 points, earning selection at five-eighth in the club's Team of the Era (1988–2007).
Club/LevelGamesTriesPoints
(Australia)1772297
(Australia)21832
(UK)24326
Total Club22233155
State of Origin (NSW)4--
International Tests ()928

2002 Christchurch Group Sex Incident

Incident Details and Initial Allegations

In February 2002, during the ' pre-season tour of , a 19-year-old woman met several players, including Matthew Johns, at a local before accompanying a group to a hotel room at the Racecourse Hotel. What reportedly began as consensual sexual activity with one player escalated into a group encounter involving Johns and at least five other players, with additional team members allegedly present or participating. The woman alleged that she felt pressured and degraded during the incident, claiming that as more players joined uninvited, she became unable to withdraw amid the alcohol-fueled group dynamic, leading to non-consensual acts and significant emotional trauma. She identified Johns specifically to police and club officials shortly after the event, describing the overall experience as violating and humiliating. Initial reports to authorities framed the encounter as involving elements of by multiple participants, though accounts of the exact number involved ranged from five active participants to up to 12 players and staff present in the room. Police launched an investigation into the woman's complaint in 2002, interviewing players and reviewing , but ultimately laid no criminal charges, citing insufficient grounds for prosecution. The club conducted an internal review at the time, with players maintaining the was consensual, though the allegations highlighted concerns over group and the woman's vulnerability. Following the alleged incident on February 3, 2002, in , , during a Cronulla Sharks pre-season tour, local police initiated an investigation into claims of involving Matthew Johns and several teammates with a 19-year-old . The complainant identified Johns and others to investigators at the time, alleging non-consensual elements in a group sexual encounter. Christchurch police interviewed all involved parties, including players who provided statements described by authorities as "full, frank and honest." On April 1, 2002, announced no charges would be laid against any Sharks team members, citing insufficient evidence to support criminal prosecution. The inquiry concluded without further legal action, and no civil proceedings ensued from the complainant. The matter remained dormant until May 2009, when an ABC Four Corners report revisited the allegations, prompting calls to reopen the case. New Zealand police reviewed the original file and, on May 7, 2009, ruled out reopening the investigation, stating the 2002 probe had been thorough and that no new evidence warranted further action. Acting Detective Inspector David Long affirmed the prior satisfaction with witness accounts, emphasizing the decision rested on evidential grounds rather than external pressure. No subsequent legal or police inquiries have been reported.

NRL Review and Professional Consequences

Following the broadcast of the allegations on ABC's Four Corners program on May 7, 2009, NRL chief executive David Gallop stated that Matthew Johns's future involvement in the sport was in "massive doubt," emphasizing the need for a review of player attitudes toward women and the code's handling of off-field conduct. The NRL issued a public apology for the behavior of its players, acknowledging systemic issues in rugby league culture but stopping short of formal disciplinary action against Johns, who had retired from playing in 2005. Gallop highlighted ongoing challenges in changing attitudes, noting that while education programs existed, the incident underscored persistent cultural problems within the sport. No breach of the NRL's code of conduct was pursued against Johns personally, as the events predated his retirement and involved no criminal findings from the original 2002 New Zealand police investigation, which was not reopened. Professionally, Johns faced immediate suspension from his media roles. On May 12, 2009, Channel Nine stood him down indefinitely from co-hosting The Footy Show, citing the need to assess the impact on the program's reputation. Concurrently, the terminated his part-time coaching and development position, where he had been mentoring young players. These actions effectively halted his primary income streams, valued in the millions annually from television, radio, and club affiliations, though Johns maintained the encounter involved consenting adults and expressed regret only for any perceived pain caused. The fallout prompted broader NRL discussions on player welfare and media ties, but Johns was not banned from future involvement, allowing his eventual return to commentary roles after public apologies.

Johns' Perspective and Broader Cultural Context

Johns has consistently asserted that the group sexual encounter on May 5, 2002, in a hotel room was consensual, with the willingly participating alongside him and his Cronulla Sharks teammates. Following the ABC's program airing details of the incident on May 11, 2009, he issued a public apology to the for "any and " caused by his actions but firmly denied any or , stating, "I did not commit an act of to that ." He acknowledged guilt only for to his wife and "absolute stupidity" in engaging in the behavior, emphasizing that had investigated and cleared all involved players of criminal charges in 2002 due to insufficient evidence of non-consent. In subsequent reflections, Johns described the professional fallout—including his stand-down from The Footy Show and coaching roles—as a consequence of heightened media scrutiny rather than new evidence of wrongdoing, noting that the woman's initial account to police aligned with but later evolved amid personal distress. He has framed his perspective as one of regret for the relational and reputational harm, while rejecting narratives of predation, and has advocated for players to exercise better personal discipline in high-profile environments. The scandal exemplifies broader patterns in Australian rugby league during the early 2000s, a period marked by at least eight documented clusters of allegations involving over 20 players from NRL and AFL codes, often linked to post-match partying, alcohol consumption, and encounters with women drawn to athletes' celebrity status. These incidents fueled critiques of the sport's entrenched "macho" culture, where sexual conquests and were normalized among peers but frequently of affirmative , leading to regrets, trauma claims, or legal probes—though convictions were rare due to evidentiary challenges. By , when Johns' case resurfaced, societal and institutional tolerances had shifted amid accumulating scandals—totaling dozens by the decade's end—prompting the NRL to issue formal apologies, mandate respect-for-women programs, and enforce stricter off-field conduct codes to mitigate reputational risks and address causal factors like unchecked entitlement in insular team environments. This evolution underscores a transition from minimal intervention in 2002, when the incident remained internal to the club, to amplified accountability driven by media exposés and public demands for cultural reform, without retroactive legal repercussions for cleared cases.

Media and Entertainment Career

Early Media Involvement and The Footy Show

Following his retirement from professional rugby league at the end of the 2002 season due to chronic neck and shoulder injuries sustained during his stint with the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, Matthew Johns signed media contracts with the Nine Network, marking his formal entry into broadcasting. His initial foray emphasized entertainment over pure analysis, leveraging his on-field persona for comedic appeal. Johns' breakthrough came through regular appearances on The Footy Show, Channel Nine's long-running rugby league variety program that combined game recaps, player interviews, and sketch comedy since its 1994 debut. Installed as a panellist, he contributed segments blending humor with insider insights from his 286-game NRL career, often performing as himself or in character to satirize league culture. This role capitalized on his pre-retirement media exposure, including guest spots like a 1995 interview alongside brother Andrew, but elevated him to a fixture post-2002. A hallmark of his Footy Show contributions was the character Reg Reagan, an over-the-top coach Johns first developed in minor television roles as early as 1999 while still playing. Reagan's bombastic style and sketches poking fun at coaching tropes became recurring staples, enhancing the show's lighthearted tone and helping Johns build a distinct media identity distinct from his brother Andrew's more analytical bent. These performances drew on Johns' halfback creativity, turning potential post-career uncertainty into sustained popularity amid the program's peak viewership era.

Television Hosting and Commentary

In 2010, Johns hosted The Matty Johns Show on Channel Seven, a live variety program centered on NRL news, entertainment sketches, and interviews, which debuted on 25 March. The series emphasized family-friendly content with comedic segments featuring recurring characters and guest appearances from league figures, airing weekly during the NRL season. Johns transitioned to in 2012, becoming a central figure in their expanded NRL coverage as host, analyst, and commentator for live matches, , and finals. His contributions include providing on-air analysis during broadcasts, often blending tactical breakdowns with humor drawn from his playing experience. On , Johns has hosted Sunday Night with Matty Johns, a post-round review show featuring panel discussions on game outcomes, player performances, and league issues, typically airing Sundays at 6:00 PM during the season. He co-hosts The Late Show with Matty Johns on Thursday evenings, alongside regulars like Bryan Fletcher and , focusing on mid-week previews, debates, and light-hearted segments. These programs, produced in-studio or occasionally live from venues, have maintained consistent scheduling through 2025, contributing to Fox's dominant NRL viewership. Johns' commentary style emphasizes practical insights from his 286 first-grade games, critiquing strategies like halves partnerships and defensive structures, while avoiding overly deferential tones toward officials or players. His tenure has coincided with the network's acquisition of exclusive NRL rights, amplifying his reach to over 1.5 million weekly viewers during peak seasons.

Radio Broadcasting

Johns entered radio broadcasting in March 2011 as a co-host on Triple M Sydney's breakfast program The Grill Team, partnering with Mark Geyer and Gus Worland to deliver sports commentary, humor, and interviews from 6 to 9 a.m. weekdays. The show gained popularity for its blend of rugby league analysis and entertainment, running successfully for eight years until Johns departed in December 2018 to pursue other media opportunities. In September 2020, Johns joined the newly launched 1170 SEN Sydney station, debuting on air in October 2020 with the morning program Morning Glory with Matty Johns, which later expanded to simulcast in Brisbane. The program features Johns providing NRL insights, guest interviews, and light-hearted discussions, airing weekdays and establishing SEN's presence in Sydney's sports radio market. Morning Glory continued through 2024, with Johns' brother Andrew serving as a co-host until June 2023, when Andrew exited following an on-air disagreement. SEN renewed the show for 2025, marking Johns' fifth year with the network, and extended it through 2026, affirming its role as a key NRL-focused morning slot.

Writing and Other Creative Works

Matthew Johns authored two books on rugby league themes. In 2004, he published Reg Reagan's This Is My Life!, a humorous work featuring his comedic alter ego Reg Reagan, originally created for sketches on The Footy Show. The book, released by Pan Macmillan, drew criticism from National Rugby League officials for its risqué content, which they feared could harm the sport's image among younger fans. Johns followed with From the Sheds: Tales of a Rugby League Life and Other Stories in 2008, published by Australia. This non-fiction account provided an insider's perspective on culture, drawing from his playing career and media experiences, and was noted for its candid and entertaining anecdotes about the sport's off-field dynamics. In addition to books, Johns contributed a weekly column to the Daily Telegraph on Fridays, offering commentary on matches, players, and league issues. He also ventured into related creative output, including a tied to the Reg Reagan character in 2004, which complemented the book's promotional efforts.

Personal Life

Family and Relationships

Matthew Johns has been married to Trish Johns since the early 1990s, and the couple has weathered personal challenges including his admitted infidelity during a 2002 group encounter in Christchurch, New Zealand, which Johns publicly described as a source of "pain and embarrassment" to his family. The pair reconciled following the incident's fallout, with Trish Johns participating in joint media interviews to address its impact on their marriage. They have two sons: Jack, born in 2001 amid the excitement of a week—during which Trish reportedly instructed hospital staff to bar Matthew from the premises due to labor timing—and Cooper, who has pursued at junior and development levels. Jack Johns debuted in the NRL in 2021, playing 16 first-grade games across stints with the and before focusing on overseas opportunities. Johns maintains a close familial bond with his younger brother, Andrew Johns, a Hall of Fame inductee and fellow Newcastle Knights premiership winner, though the siblings experienced a year-long feud in 2023–2024 that was resolved through family intervention, including input from Jack. He also has a sister, though details on her involvement in public life remain limited.

Health and Later Personal Challenges

Johns has publicly reflected on sustaining an estimated 70 to 80 concussions during his playing career, beginning with his first knockout at age six while playing junior rugby league. These incidents ranged from full blackouts to subtler effects like blurred vision, ringing ears, and the "wobbly boot," often occurring in an era without strict protocols for head injuries. In 2014, he acknowledged repressing childhood trauma from witnessing his father, Gary Johns, nearly die from a severe on-field injury, which influenced his initial dismissal of concussion risks and advocacy for tougher play styles, such as opposing bans on shoulder charges. Johns later reversed his stance, admitting he was "totally wrong" and supporting stricter NRL rules, including automatic suspensions for players failing to return after 15 minutes, to prevent long-term brain damage observed in retired players like brittle handshakes, vacant expressions, job instability, and addiction. In 2021, at age 50, Johns faced a cardiovascular health scare when a routine check revealed his cholesterol level at 7.4 mmol/L, well above the recommended threshold of 5 mmol/L, prompting fears of imminent death influenced by family history of heart conditions. A cardiologist's consultation underscored the risks, leading him to adopt intermittent fasting, reduce alcohol intake, and address binge eating habits tied to hangovers, dropping from 93 kg to a leaner physique. Follow-up tests confirmed improvement to 3.4 mmol/L, restoring his fitness for ongoing media commitments. Johns has not attributed personal long-term symptoms directly to his concussions but emphasized cultural shifts away from glorifying endurance through head knocks, stating, "It’s just the way it was," without blaming the sport or medical personnel.

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