Former NRL star Sam Burgess and his wife, fashion influencer Lucy Burgess, became the centre of attention at a glamorous wedding over the weekend. The couple attended the nuptials of South Sydney Rabbitohs player Ben Lowe, where Sam also enjoyed a poignant reunion with his two eldest children.
Star-Studded Wedding Style
The wedding was a stylish affair, with Lucy Burgess, 33, commanding the spotlight in a sophisticated beige gown. The figure-hugging dress featured elegant draping around the neckline. She was joined by Tori, 40, the wife of Sam's brother Luke, who looked stunning in a chocolate brown maxi dress adorned with a lace detail at the waist.
In contrast to their glamorous partners, the Burgess brothers opted for a more relaxed aesthetic. Sam, 37, chose a blue open-neck shirt layered under a white jacket, paired with tailored black chinos and low-cut brown boots – notably worn without socks. Luke Burgess complemented the occasion in a sharp blue shirt and matching suit.
A Heartwarming Family Reunion
The wedding weekend provided a significant personal moment for Sam Burgess. It marked a reunion with his two children from his previous marriage to Phoebe Burgess: nine-year-old daughter Poppy and seven-year-old son Billy.
Lucy Burgess, who married Sam in 2024, shared intimate family photos on social media this Tuesday, captioning the gallery with the simple words 'Family time'. One cherished image shows the English-born athlete beaming while posing with all four of his children. This includes his two with Lucy – two-year-old Robbie and three-month-old Mack – alongside Poppy and Billy. It is believed to be the first time Billy and Poppy have met their infant half-brother, Mack.
Further heartwarming footage captured Sam playing a casual game of rugby with his son Billy in a backyard, highlighting their bond. Another picture showed Sam and Lucy enjoying downtime together in Sydney.
Background on the Burgess Family
Sam Burgess's separation from his older children followed his move to the United Kingdom with Lucy in 2023. Billy and Poppy live with their mother, Phoebe, and her family in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales.
Sam and Phoebe were married for four years before their separation in 2019. He later began a relationship with Lucy, culminating in a lavish Italian wedding in 2024 after two years of dating. The recent wedding of Ben Lowe served as both a fashionable outing and a meaningful family gathering for the Burgess clan.
