Rugby league icon Johnny Gibbs has recently been diagnosed with cancer, prompting an outpouring of support from the sporting community. Andrew Johns, a fellow legend of the game, delivered a particularly moving tribute to Gibbs, acknowledging his character. Johns described Gibbs as “selfless,” highlighting the impact he had both on and off the field. The diagnosis has shocked fans and players alike, given Gibbs’s longstanding contribution to rugby league. Further details regarding Gibbs’s condition and treatment have not yet been released. The tribute demonstrates the close bonds within the rugby league fraternity and the respect held for Gibbs's legacy.