Lee Harland: key obituary facts
Is Lee Harland dead? Yes. Lee Harland died on October 30, 2026, at age 53.
Cause of death: Lee Harland's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Lee Harland known for?
He was an English rugby league footballer.
More about Lee Harland
Born: 3 September 1973.
Gender: male.
Occupation: rugby league player.
Lee Harland, an English professional rugby league footballer who represented England and Great Britain Under-21, died on October 30, 2026, aged 53.
Born on September 4, 1973, Harland played during the 1990s and 2000s, appearing for clubs in Yorkshire and beyond. His club career included Leeds, Halifax, Castleford Tigers, Doncaster and Batley Bulldogs.
He also played for Yorkshire, and his representative career included appearances for England and Great Britain Under-21. At club level, he played as a second-row or loose forward. These records trace a career across club, regional and international rugby league, with Harland appearing for several sides while occupying two positions in the forward line. His playing years spanned two decades, from the 1990s into the 2000s. The available account identifies his teams and playing roles, but does not give a season-by-season chronology or detailed match record. Harland’s death was reported in October 2026, at the age of 53.