Former AFL Player Adam Selwood Dies Months After Twin Brother Suicide

Adam Selwood, a former AFL player and twin brother of Troy Selwood, tragically passed away just months after Troy's suicide, profoundly impacting the AFL community. Adam had planned to honor his brother by participating in the HBF Run for a Reason half marathon to raise funds for zero2hero, a charity focused on youth mental health and suicide prevention in Western Australia. He had already raised over $25,000 for the cause, viewing the run as a personal healing journey and a commitment to raising awareness about mental health. AFL legend Jonathon Brown paid a heartfelt tribute to Adam on Nova 100’s Jase & Lauren show, reflecting on the devastating impact of losing a twin and urging people to support one another. Adam’s story highlights the ongoing struggle within the Selwood family and the broader community to cope with mental health challenges and suicide, underscoring the importance of support and awareness initiatives. His selfless efforts to help others despite his own grief have left a lasting legacy in the AFL world.