How the AFL almost missed its Buddy goodbye
On the AFL stage he was one of the biggest superstars the sport has ever seen but Buddy Franklin has never been one for the spotlight as he pondered a quiet exit from the arena.
thewest.com.auI can share what’s reported recently: Buddy Franklin’s family life has been in the spotlight, with multiple outlets noting Jesinta Franklin’s pregnancy and the couple preparing to welcome a third child. Reports from mid-2025 confirm Jesinta announced they’re expecting again, sharing moments with their children Tulah and Rocky and describing the news as a joyful surprise. There’s also coverage of the family’s public support network and how they’ve balanced life as a high-profile AFL family during the pregnancy.[2][3][4][5]
For a quick read, you can check:
- "AFL world sends flood of messages after Buddy and Jesinta share 'surprise' family news"[2]
- "Jesinta and Buddy Franklin are expecting their third child"[4]
- "Aussie power couple make ‘best pregnancy announcement ever’"[3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest local coverage from specific outlets or summarize any new developments in the last few weeks.