AFL world praises Joel Selwood for ‘brave' act as footy great returns after death of his brothers
Selwood has been on a break from his media commitments after the sudden death of his brother Adam in May, aged 41.
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His death came just three months after his twin brother Troy took his own life.
The surviving Selwood brothers – Joel and Scott – were understandably left devastated by the loss, and Joel decided to take a break from his media obligations.
Scott also took a short break from his role at Collingwood, but returned to his duties last month.
And earlier this week it was revealed that Selwood would return for Sunday's clash between St Kilda and Melbourne, much to the delight of fans.
'Great to see you back doing what you love,' one fan wrote on Facebook in response to the news.
'Great to see Joel returning we have missed you Joel,' another said.
'So brave, welcome back! Love and prayers for you and your family love you Joel,' a third added.
While a fourth wrote on X during the first quarter: 'Good to hear Joel Selwood in Comms again this afternoon. Lots of love on your return.'
Joel Selwood's touching tributes to twin brothers
Following the death of Adam, Joel wrote a touching tribute message on social media. 'Rest up, love you brother. Look after each other'.
It came after his heartfelt speech at Troy's speech in February.
'He was dealt some pretty tough cards over his lifetime. Some he found a way to deal with, but sadly, there were others, no matter how hard he tried, he could never fully control – and he did try,' Joel said.
'He tried so hard. He put up a hell of a fight for mum and dad, for his kids, for his brothers, for his friends and for others who are fighting the same fight, just as he was.
'He fought for all of us.
'He wanted to keep fighting, as he always did in life, but in the end, he simply couldn't lift his arms to throw another punch back. He'll be missed by so many.'
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