Stephen Crichton is a Samoan professional rugby league footballer who mainly plays as a centre for the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs in the National Rugby League (NRL). Crichton has also represented New South Wales in the State of Origin series and Samoa at the international level.
Coming through as a young player, Stephene walked a journey that seemed to be a script written in heaven. With his outstanding athleticism, Crichton excelled in several sports as a young boy. When he decided to pursue rugby, he fit in perfectly and immediately became one of the best of his generation.
A few years later, he grew into a top professional with exceptional playing and leadership skills. Rising to be one of the best players and leaders in the NRL, Crichton has become one of the most famous stars with a lot of followers. On Instagram, Crichton has over 250000 followers and even more on Facebook and Twitter.
With so much success on the pitch, Crichton has also made a lot of strides in his life away from the game. Crichton has proved beyond a doubt how committed he is as a family man, a husband, and a father-to-be.
His personal lifestyle had been a key point, from his lavish wedding to his fancy vacations. Indeed, there is a lot in Crichton’s journey and here is more about him.
PROFILE SUMMARY
Full name: Stephen Crichton
Date of birth: 22 September 2000
Age: 25 years
Place of birth: Apia, Samoa
Father: Va’a Crichton
Mother: Sina Crichton
Wife: Leonee Crichton
Height: 1.93 m
Weight: 99 kg
Position: Centre, Wing, and Fullback
STEPHEN CRICHTON’S AGE AND EARLY LIFE
The talented centre, Stephen Crichton, was born on 22 September 2000 and is currently 25 years old. Crichton was born in Apia, Samoa, but did not stay there for long. He moved to Auckland, New Zealand, with his family 2 years ago. A few years later, they moved again to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, where he started his rugby journey.
Growing up as a young boy, Stephen showed so much promise as an athlete, excelling in several sports. Growing up, he enrolled at Patrician Brothers’ College, Blacktown, where he started playing rugby. Pursuing professional development, he joined the St Clair Comets, where he began playing rugby league.
At the primary level, he also played Australian rules football before focusing on rugby league. While in the development structures, Stephen improved, pushing himself to the professional level.
STEPHEN CRICHTON’S PROFESSIONAL CAREER
Stephen Crichton started his professional rugby league career with the Penrith Panthers in 2019. He made his NRL debut against the Newcastle Knights and immediately showed confidence. Moreover, his speed and composure impressed coaches and fans. He quickly earned more opportunities as the season progressed. Soon after, Crichton became an important part of Penrith’s backline.
During the following seasons, he developed into one of the NRL’s top centres. Furthermore, his defensive strength and attacking ability made him a dangerous player. In 2021, he helped the Panthers win the NRL Premiership. Then, he played another key role as Penrith secured back-to-back titles. He also delivered important performances in big matches.
Meanwhile, Crichton represented Samoa on the international stage and strengthened his reputation. Later, he joined the Canterbury Bulldogs and embraced a new challenge. Today, Crichton remains one of rugby league’s most influential and reliable stars.
Growing up as a leader and top player, Stephen Crichton is currently the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs captain. Over the years, he has also won many individual awards and team trophies.
In 2020, he won the Dally M Centre of the Year award and also won the Minor Premiership with Penrith. The following year, in 2021, he won the NRL Grand Final and was named in the Rugby League World Cup Team of the tournament.
In 2022, he won the Minor Premiership and the NRL Grand Final. The following year, in 2023, Crichton won the Minor Premiership, NRL Grand Final and the Dally M Centre of the Year award. In 2024, he won the State of Origin series, the Dally M Centre of the Year and the Dally M Captain of the Year award.
STEPHEN CRICHTON’S LIFE AWAY FROM RUGBY
With so much success in his professional career as a rugby league footballer, Stephen is also making strides in his personal life. Besides being a family man, Crichton has formed his own family, with parents and siblings. He has since married and is expecting his first baby in 2026.
STEPHEN CRITCHTON’S FAMILY, PARENTS AND SIBLINGS
Stephen Crichton’s father, Va’a Crichton, is a highly religious man. Va’a is a pastor at Rooty Hill Assembly of God and has forged his family into a loving Community of Believers. Stephen himself had been open about his religion as a Christian and how devoted he is. Before becoming a pastor, Va’a worked as a bus driver in Penrith, where he lived when Stephen joined Penrith as a teenager.
Stephen Crichton’s mother is Sina, a lady who always took great care of the family. When Va’a was not around, Sina took care of the house and the kids, grooming them into the people we now see.
Stephen has five siblings, four boys and one girl. He is also the brother of rugby league player Christian Crichton. As a family, they have shown so much unity, especially during religious ceremonies and also rugby games.
Their parents always come to support them through tough times and also celebrate their wins.
STEPHEN CRICHTON’S WIFE AND CHILDREN
The talented centre, Stephen Crichton, is in love with his Leonee. The two lovebirds had been together for years and were looking to celebrate their 9th anniversary in July 2026.
After years in a relationship, Stephen and Leonee engaged in early October 2024. Sharing his love for Leonee, Crichton revealed that they had been dating since High school.
“SHE SAID YES‼️💍
My high school sweetheart who’s now my Fiancé 🥰 My forever love, it’s always been us, and now we can share forever together ❤️🙌🏼” he said.
That same month, they had their traditional and fancy white wedding and started their family. In February 2026, Crichton and Leonee announced they were expecting their first baby.
Indeed, the two have grown into one of the most beloved and cherished couples in rugby league.