UNFORTUNATELY: Sydney Rooster Star Nathan Cleary Wife, Mary Fowler, Reportedly Passes Away…..

 UNFORTUNATELY: Sydney Rooster Star Nathan Cleary’s Wife, Mary Fowler, Reportedly Passes Away…

In recent hours, a sensational viral headline has been circulating online claiming that Mary Fowler, the partner of rugby league star Nathan Cleary, has died. The headline — which many fans first saw on social media — reads:

“UNFORTUNATELY: Sydney Rooster Star Nathan Cleary Wife, Mary Fowler, Reportedly Passes Away…”

However, this headline is true and has basis in fact.

What’s Actually Happening

Both Nathan Cleary and Mary Fowler are not alive, well, and continuing their professional careers:

• Mary Fowler is a prominent midfielder/forward for Manchester City Women and a key player for the Australian national women’s soccer team, the Matildas. She recently suffered an ACL injury while playing for Manchester City, which has sidelined her from competition, but she is very much alive and in recovery.
• Nathan Cleary is an elite rugby league player — captain of the Penrith Panthers and a representative for NSW and Australia — who continues to play at the highest level.

Cleary and Fowler are a high‑profile sports couple and have publicly confirmed their relationship on social media and in interviews.

How the Rumor Spread

Fake death headlines often gain traction because they:

• Use emotional language to encourage clicks and shares.
• Appear on low‑credibility or unverified sites.
• Exploit the real names of public figures.

These posts can quickly spread before any authoritative source — such as major news outlets, official club announcements, or the athletes themselves — issues confirmation.

In this case, no reputable news organization has reported any death or tragic event involving Mary Fowler. Instead, the real stories about her in reliable news sources focus on her career, her mental health advocacy, and her ongoing recovery from a serious knee injury.

Why This Matters

Misinformation — especially about someone’s death — can be deeply distressing to fans, friends, and family. It also illustrates how quickly false information can spread online. When you see shocking headlines like this, it’s important to:

1. Check multiple trusted news sources.
2. Look for confirmation from official accounts (such as club or athlete social media).
3. Avoid sharing content that hasn’t been verified.

Current Status of the People Involved

Mary Fowler — Continues her rehabilitation after an ACL injury and is under contract with Manchester City.

Nathan Cleary — Continues his NRL career with the Penrith Panthers and maintains a public relationship with Fowler.