Paul Atkins: key obituary facts
Is Paul Atkins dead? Yes. Paul Atkins died on July 11, 2026, at age 57.
Cause of death: Paul Atkins's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Paul Atkins known for?
He was an Australian rules footballer.
More about Paul Atkins
Born: 23 December 1968.
Gender: male.
Occupation: Australian rules football player.
Nationality: Australia.
Paul Atkins, an Australian rules footballer who played two games for the Sydney Swans in the 1992 AFL season, died on July 11, 2026.
Born on December 23, 1968, Atkins was recruited from Burnie Hawks in Tasmania and had previously played at the Wynyard Football Club. He made his league debut in Round 23 against the Brisbane Bears at Carrara, wearing the number 32 jumper, and appeared again the following week against Richmond at the SCG.
He was the twin brother of Simon Atkins, who played for Footscray.