Robert “Dipper” DiPierdomenico: The Man Behind the AFL Legend | Shaped

[Watch the full episode here] AFL legend Robert “Dipper” DiPierdomenico joins Trent on Shaped for a conversation about the moments, people and lessons that made him the man he is today.

One of the most recognisable figures in Australian football, Dipper built an extraordinary career at Hawthorn, becoming a five-time premiership player, Brownlow Medallist and a member of the Australian Football Hall of Fame.

But this conversation goes well beyond football.

Dipper opens up about his journey from a young kid with big dreams to one of the toughest competitors of his generation, and the experiences that shaped his outlook on life long after the final siren.

He and Trent talk about resilience, leadership, family, success, community and the importance of learning to accept and love who you are.

It’s a conversation about what happens when the accolades fade, what really matters in life, and the lessons Dipper has carried with him from football into the person he is today.

In this episode:

• Dipper’s journey to becoming a Hawthorn legend

• The mentality behind his AFL career

• Winning the Brownlow Medal and five premierships

• Resilience through the highs and lows of professional sport

• Leadership, teammates and the power of community