Daniel Stewart, former Port Adelaide forward, dies aged 37
Former Port Adelaide AFL forward Daniel Stewart has died suddenly at 37, leaving wife Laura and two sons.
Daniel Stewart, who played 36 AFL games for Port Adelaide between 2010 and 2013, has died suddenly at age 37. The Power confirmed his passing on Saturday.
Stewart is survived by his wife Laura, two sons Bernie and Lando, and parents Donna and Byron. Stewart joined Port Adelaide after being drafted in 2009 from AFL Queensland club Labrador.
He kicked 31 goals across his 36 games, with a career-best four goals in a match against Richmond in 2010. Power CEO Matthew Richardson said the club was devastated.
The Power will wear black armbands in their first match of the 2027 season in his memory. Former teammate Kane Cornes paid tribute, calling Stewart a brilliant and caring player.
The club has asked that the family's privacy be respected.
- 37 years old
- Age at death
- 36 games (2010-2013)
- AFL games played
- 31 goals
- Career goals
- Port Adelaide
- Club
Why it mattersThe death of a former AFL player and family man resonates across the wider football community and his loved ones.
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