Rugby league legend Paul Langmack dies at 61

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 4, 2026

“Langers” has been remembered as one of rugby league’s greatest characters, affectionately known as “Yesterday’s Hero”, in tributes from Phil Gould, Peter V’landys and Greg Alexander.

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