Former Essendon coach James Hird makes red carpet debut with new girlfriend Natalie Young as they lead the glamorous WAG arrivals at 2026 Brownlow
The 2026 Brownlow Medal ceremony got underway at the Palladium at Crown Melbourne on Monday night.
A cavalcade of the AFL’s biggest stars arrived with their glamorous WAGs on their arms, with daring gowns and plenty of skin on show.
Leading the charge was James Hird, who made it a date night with his new partner, Natalie Young.
It is the former Essendon coach’s first Brownlow in 14 years, following his split with wife Tania last year, after 27 years of marriage.
Natalie turned heads in a deep pink sequin gown with a plunging neckline that showed off lots of bust.
James was dapper in a black tuxedo worn with a white dress shirt and matching bow tie.
Leading the charge at the 2026 Brownlow Medal was James Hird, who made it a date night with his new partner, Natalie Young
It is the former Essendon coach’s first Brownlow in 14 years, following his split with wife Tania last year, after 27 years of marriage
Rory Lobb’s wife Lexi Mary, channelled Hollywood red carpet style in a high fashion brown gown with a bold black feather trim.
The dress, which had an asymmetrical pleated design, sat close to her figure before flowing out to a short train.
The blonde beauty opted for a warm-toned makeup look with a heavily lined eyes and a pink lip gloss.
Western Bulldogs player Rory was dapper in a classic black tuxedo worn with a bow tie.
Abbey Holmes posed up a storm, ensuring her baby bump was front and centre.
The Channel 7 sports presenter and former AFLW player stunned in a maroon gown that clung to her blossoming belly.
Rory Lobb’s wife Lexi Mary channelled Hollywood red carpet style in a high fashion brown gown with a bold black feather trim
The dress, which had an asymmetrical pleated design, sat close to her figure before flowing out to a short train
Abbey Holmes posed up a storm, ensuring her baby bump was front and centre
The Channel 7 sports presenter and former AFLW player stunned in a maroon gown that clung to her blossoming belly
She is expecting her second child with her husband, former AFL player Keegan Brooksby
Western Bulldogs star Marcus Bontempelli brought along his wife, Neila Brenning, who made a very unusual choice for her red carpet appearance in a dressing-gown inspired frock
Hawthorn player James Sicily had his gorgeous wife Emma in tow, with the child health nurse pretty in pink in an abstract gown with a puffed, low skirt and lace heels
Sports presenter Rebecca Madden cut a chic figure in a black lace frock with a plunging neckline that showed off a hint of skin
Abbey added a chunky gold chain that rested on her decolletage, which matched her bracelet.
She wore her blonde hair in soft curves and chose a glowing makeup look with nude lipstick.
Western Bulldogs star Marcus Bontempelli brought along his wife, Neila Brenning, who made a very unusual choice for her red carpet appearance.
The Canadian-born brunette wore a pale blue, satin dress with a black trim and a bright red floral embellishment that very much resembled a dressing gown.
Hawthorn player James Sicily had his gorgeous wife Emma in tow, with the child health nurse pretty in pink in an abstract gown with a puffed, low skirt and lace heels.
Sports presenter Rebecca Madden cut a chic figure in a black lace frock with a plunging neckline that showed off a hint of skin.
Hawthorn Jack Gunston posed with his gorgeous partner Dani Shreeve
Dani turned headed in a slinky white gown with feather details in the skirt
Hawthorn Jack Gunston posed with his gorgeous partner Dani Shreeve, who turned headed in a slinky white gown with feather details in the skirt.
Aliir Aliir of the Power made a dashing red carpet arrival alongside partner Sabina Wheatley, who commanded attention in her voluminous frock.
The dress included a black corseted bodice and layers and layers of pink ruffles, as well as a daring, high split.
Geelong Cats player Max Holmes brought his partner, Jess Butler, who opted for a futuristic look in a structural, silver satin dress.
The frock included pointed elements at the bust, a cinched waist and flared into large, full ruffles.
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Aliir Aliir of the Power made a dashing red carpet arrival alongside partner Sabina Wheatley, who commanded attention in her voluminous frock
The dress included a black corseted bodice and layers and layers of pink ruffles, as well as a daring, high split
Geelong Cats player Max Holmes brought his partner, Jess Butler, who opted for a futuristic look in a structural, silver satin dress
The frock included pointed elements at the bust, a cinched waist and flared into large, full ruffles
