Ardie Savea is a New Zealand rugby player who plays as a flanker for the All Blacks and Moana Pasifika.
Despite winning several awards, including Rugby Player of the Year, Ardie is one of the talented rugby stars of his generation.
Despite having such a big name in rugby, she also commands a fancy lifestyle.
SUMMARY
Full name: Ardie Suemalo Savea
Date of birth: 14 October 1993
Age: 32 years
Place of birth: Wellington, New Zealand
Father: Masina Savea
Mother: Lina Savea
Wife: Saskia Savea
Children: Three
Height: 1.9 m
Weight: 99 kg
Position(s): Flanker, Number 8
ARDIE SAVEA AGE, BIRTHDAY AND EARLY LIFE
The All Blacks icon was born on 14 October 1993, and he celebrated his 32nd birthday in 2025.
Savea was born in Wellington, New Zealand, where he spent his childhood. His family is of Samoan descent.
Growing up, he attended Rongotai College, where he showcased his top talent as a young boy.
He excelled in the rugby team and later became a team captain and head prefect in his final year of High School.
ARDIE SAVEA CAREER
Savea made his provincial debut with Wellington in 2012 and made his Super Rugby debut with the Hurricanes in 2013.
Internationally, Savea earned his first cap for the All Blacks in 2016 and quickly became a key contributor, capable of playing both Number 8 and flanker.
His club achievements include winning the Super Rugby title with the Hurricanes in 2016. On the global stage, he was awarded the prestigious World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year in 2023, recognising his outstanding 12-test season, including six appearances at the Rugby World Cup in France.
Known for his relentless work rate, tackling volume, and ball-carrying ability, Savea has also been influential off the field. He signed with Moana Pasifika in a move that emphasises his support for Pacific-Islander rugby development.
With over 100 caps for New Zealand and numerous awards, Ardie Savea’s career stands as a benchmark for versatility, leadership and consistency in modern rugby.
ARDIE SAVEA’S FAMILY: WIFE AND CHILDREN
When it comes to his support system, Savea has a wall behind his back. His father is Masena Savea, and his mother is Lina Savea, and they are the ones who guided him growing up. He is the younger brother of fellow All Blacks star Julian Savea.
Several times, Savea has posted pictures and occasionally videos of his family, including his mother, father, and brother.
Celebrating his 100th All Blacks Test, he danced with his mother, and fans loved it.
In 2018, Adie Savea married his longtime girlfriend, Saskia Hartmann-Hechenberger.
Since then, they have been together and have enjoyed so much success both as parents and professionally.
Together, they have three children, Kobe, Keeon, and Kove, and they look to be a happy family.
As of October 2025, his firstborn began school, marking the start of a long journey and a new experience for the Savea family.
With this family, Adie Savea has developed into a family man, which has enhanced his leadership; he is now among the All Blacks’ leaders.
ARDIE SAVEA SALARY, BUSINESS EMPIRE AND NET WORTH
Undoubtedly, Ardie Savea is one of the most paid rugby players worldwide, merely by his profile.
Currently playing for Moana Pasifika, the rumour mill has it that the All Blacks star is a target for Racing 92 after the 2027 World Cup.
Racing recently signed a marquee and massive money deal for the Springboks captain, Siya Kolisi, and France’s Owen Farrell.
Unfortunately, it did not work out, and the two stars left after a year; hence, they are now looking at Savea.
Rumours suggest that they want to make him the highest-paid player in world rugby, as reported by Planet Rugby. Besides rugby, Savea is a businessman and has started his own fashion line with his wife since 2017.
As of now, Savea’s salary is not publicly disclosed, but it is estimated to be over $1 million per year.
He is also a brand ambassador for several top companies, including Capital City Motors, and earns a substantial income from these partnerships.
In addition to all this, he is also a mental health advocate, which provides him with another source of income. According to Surprise Sports, All Blacks star Ardie Savea’s net worth is estimated at around $5 million.
ARDIE SAVEA CARS, MANSIONS, LIFESTYLE
The talented number 8 is a very private man; he rarely shows off his assets, especially his cars and houses.
He only shows that he leads an expensive lifestyle through his vacations, outings, and so forth.
On many occasions, he goes out with his wife and kids; together, they swim and eat expensive food, surely things that most of his fans can’t afford.
He recently partnered with Capital City Motors, and they gave him a fancy white Ford truck.
Fellow rugby star Kwagga Smith welcomed him to the family, “Welcome to the Ford family 👊🏼”
Ardie Savea’s family: wife and kids. Image via Instagram @ardiesavea.