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New Zealand Dan Carter is a former All Black rugby international, widely regarded as one of the sport's greatest fly-halves, who transitioned from professional athlete to active philanthropist and brand ambassador.
Louis Vuitton teamed up with rugby legend Dan Carter for their first Malle Vestiaire trunk, celebrating his career. The collaboration also extended to joining UNICEF in appealing for support to children affected by the Syrian crisis.
Mastercard partnered with Dan Carter, along with other rugby trailblazers like Maggie Alphonsi, Shaunagh Brown, and Bryan Habana, to encourage girls to 'Give Rugby a Try' through free introductory sessions.
The DC10 Fund is a partnership between Dan Carter and UNICEF Aotearoa, aiming to create life-changing impact for children and communities in Aotearoa (New Zealand) and the Pacific by empowering children and protecting their rights.
TAG Heuer announced that Dan Carter, the renowned New Zealand rugby player, joined their prestigious family of ambassadors, representing the Swiss watch brand.
Chemist Warehouse was announced as an official partner of the Rugby World Cup 2021. To mark the partnership, Chemist Warehouse ambassador and two-time Rugby World Cup winner Dan Carter joined New Zealand Black Ferns Ruahei Demant.
Following his retirement from professional rugby, Studio South partnered with Dan Carter to develop a refined design and communication strategy.
Dan Carter has modelled for Jockey underwear on billboards worldwide since 2003, with his future wife Honor Dillon joining him in a campaign in 2009.
Dan Carter has served as a spokesmodel for Daikin heat pumps.
From mid-2011, Dan Carter was a spokesmodel for Philips electric shavers.
Dan Carter is an active partner with ISPS Handa.
Dan Carter works in partnership with Taisho.
Dan Carter maintains a partnership with Moët Hennessy.
Dan Carter has a partnership with Adidas.
In 2009, Dan Carter, alongside Richie McCaw and Ali Williams, launched the iSport foundation to support New Zealand's youth through sports.
Daniel William Carter was born on March 5, 1982, in Leeston, Canterbury, New Zealand. His early rugby career began at the Southbridge Rugby Club at age five, where he played as a half-back. His talent was recognized early, leading him to represent Ellesmere and Canterbury Country teams. Carter attended Ellesmere College, primarily playing first five-eighth, before transferring to Christchurch Boys’ High School for his final year to develop his rugby potential further. Notably, his great uncle, Bill Dalley, was also a New Zealand half-back and a member of the 1924–25 “Invincibles.” Carter debuted professionally for Canterbury in 2002 and joined the Super Rugby side Crusaders in 2003, initially playing as a second five-eighth.
Carter’s career progressed quickly, and he secured a permanent position as the All Blacks’ first five-eighth during their 2004 tour. In 2005, he delivered a highly acclaimed performance against the British & Irish Lions, scoring 33 points, a new All Blacks record for a Lions Test. This exceptional performance earned him the IRB Player of the Year award in 2005. He continued to achieve significant milestones, becoming the highest point scorer in Test rugby history on November 27, 2010. Carter was instrumental in the All Blacks’ Rugby World Cup victories in 2011 and 2015, achieving man-of-the-match honors in the 2015 final.
After a distinguished career with the All Blacks and Crusaders, which included multiple Super Rugby titles and Tri-Nations championships, Carter ventured into international club rugby. He played for French club Perpignan in 2008–2009, helping them win the Top 14 despite an Achilles tendon injury. Following the 2015 Rugby World Cup, he joined Racing Metro (later Racing 92), contributing to their Top 14 championship in 2016. Concluding his playing career, he moved to the Kobelco Steelers in Japan from 2018–2020. Carter retired from professional rugby in February 2021, leaving a legacy of 1,598 points in 112 All Black Tests and 1,708 points in 141 games for the Crusaders.
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