| In a shocking twist that has left fans stunned and social media in meltdown, Canberra Raiders rising star Ethan Strange has made a deeply personal — and controversial — decision to cut ties with his sister, Shona Strange, in a move that many are calling “unexpected” and “heartbreaking.”
The 21-year-old five-eighth, known for his fiery footwork on the field and cool head under pressure, broke the news late Sunday night during an emotionally charged press conference following the Raiders’ training session at GIO Stadium.
“This isn’t something I wanted to go public with,” Ethan said, visibly shaken. “But for my mental health and focus — I’ve made the decision to step away from my relationship with Shona. It’s been one of the hardest choices of my life.”
💔 What Led To The Fallout?
Sources close to the Strange family say the sibling fallout has been brewing behind the scenes for months, stemming from what one insider described as a “major betrayal of trust.” While Ethan declined to go into full detail, he did confirm there had been “irreconcilable differences” between them — both personally and professionally.
Shona, a former athlete and public figure in her own right, had been managing parts of Ethan’s early career and was often seen at his games, cheering from the sidelines. The two were considered “inseparable” — until now.
“Sometimes, even family can be toxic,” Ethan admitted. “I need to protect my peace and my career. That means making choices no one else has to understand — only I do.”
⚠️ Fan Reactions: Shock, Support, and Speculation
As news spread, Raiders fans flooded social media with messages ranging from sympathy to outrage.
“This is heartbreaking. Family should come first,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“Respect to Ethan for putting his mental health first. We’ve all got that one family member…” another wrote.
Conspiracy theories also ignited, with some claiming financial disputes, others pointing fingers at outside influences, and a few even speculating that the club pressured Ethan to sever ties for image-related reasons. The Raiders have not commented on the matter.
🔮 What’s Next for Ethan?
Despite the personal turmoil, Ethan says he remains focused on finishing the season strong — with his eyes locked on finals football and possibly a Blues jersey in next year’s Origin.
“This chapter is closed,” he said, “and I’m not looking back.”
As for Shona, she has yet to make a public statement, though sources say she is “devastated” by Ethan’s decision and feels “blindsided” by the sudden cutoff.
One thing is clear: the Strange family saga is far from over, and the ripple effects could be felt well beyond the NRL world.?
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