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25 May 2026
Neale Daniher, the legendary Australian rules footballer and tireless MND advocate, has died at 65 after a courageous 13-year battle against the disease he called “The Beast.” Once a star player and coach, he transformed his diagnosis into a global rallying cry, co-founding FightNMD and turning the iconic blue beanie into a symbol of hope. His “play on” attitude, relentless fundraising, and unforgettable declaration that he’d be “hard to kill” inspired millions and propelled research forward. Daniher’s legacy lives on through the Big Freeze, the families he touched, and the countless lives he changed — a true champion of resilience and hope. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/41602b19191bf086
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