Former NRL star dies

Thompson, who played for St George Illawarra and Cronulla, was found dead in his home this morning.

Lance Thompson update: Police saying no evidence of self harm more likely his shock death is a medical episode. Very sad. @tendailyau @TenNewsSydney

— Steve Hart (@SteveHartTen) August 23, 2018

Thomspon was an Australian Schoolboy in 1994 and 1995, and debuted for St George in 1995 as a 17-year-old.

The second-rower spent 11 years with the Red V, playing 201 games.

He joined the Sharks in 2006 and made 38 appearances before retiring in 2008.

Numerous members of the NRL community have paid tribute to Thompson.

I am absolutely numb at the news of Lance Thompson passing away.If you watched  Lance on The Fan this year,you would appreciate what a genuine & hard working man he was. Shattered for his family.He proved you dont need to have won GF's or played for your country to be a champion.

— Andrew Voss (@AndrewVossy) August 23, 2018

Ffs! Sad news. R.I.P Lance Thompson. 💔

— ᏒᎬᏁᎥ mᎪᎥтuᎪ (@renimaitua) August 23, 2018

Shattered to hear about Lance Thompson. A great bloke who helped me learn alot! Gone way to soon. RIP Thommo

— Bryson Goodwin (@Bryson_Goodwin) August 23, 2018