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‘Absolute gent’ Jack Grealish lauded by Everton fans after donating £10,000 to father-of-three, 35, amid cancer battle

Jack Grealish has been praised by fans after donating £10,000 to the fundraising campaign of an Everton supporter suffering aggressive kidney cancer.

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 2:05 PM
‘Absolute gent’ Jack Grealish lauded by Everton fans after donating £10,000 to father-of-three, 35, amid cancer battle
Key Things to Know
  • Jack Grealish donated £10,000 to support a 35-year-old Everton fan battling aggressive kidney cancer.
  • The fundraiser was set up by Crystal Duffey to secure the best possible medical care for her partner.
  • DJ Anton Powers brought attention to the campaign on social media before Grealish made the contribution.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jack Grealish has received praise from supporters after donating £10,000 to a fundraising campaign for an Everton fan battling aggressive kidney cancer. The 35-year-old father-of-three, named Leon, was given one to three years to live, prompting his partner Crystal Duffey to launch an appeal for his medical care. DJ Anton Powers highlighted the campaign on social media before Grealish made the contribution.

Supporters quickly commended the Everton winger for his quiet generosity, noting his history of similar charitable contributions. Grealish previously donated thousands of pounds to several causes, including funeral expenses and specialized cancer treatments, across multiple appeals dating back to 2021.

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