Port Adelaide player and BFT co-founder Daniel Stewart dies at 37
Stewart played 36 games for Port Adelaide. He co-founded fitness chain BFT. He died from a sudden health episode.
Daniel Stewart, 37, died on Friday after a sudden medical episode. Stewart played 36 games as a key forward for the Power between 2010 and 2013.
Stewart co-founded Body Fit Training with former Port Adelaide teammate Matt Thomas. The fitness chain grew into one of Australia's biggest.
Laura Stewart said the family was navigating an incredible loss and asked for privacy. Port Adelaide said his passing shocked them.
They pledged to wear black armbands at their first 2027 home game at Adelaide Oval. Kane Cornes, who played with Stewart, described him as a brilliant, caring teammate with a beautiful family.
- 37 years old
- Age at death
- 36 games, 31 goals
- Port Adelaide games
- 2010 to 2013
- Playing years
- Matt Thomas
- Co-founder
Why it mattersA prominent figure in Australia's fitness community died. He was a former AFL player. He left behind a thriving business and family.
AustraliaBFT is one of Australia's largest fitness chains; the loss of its co-founder affects the business and its community of members and staff.
Corroborated by7news.com.au
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