8. He loved The Sound of Music
In Samoa, where he grew up, it was one of three movies to watch at the cinema, Collins explained. The other two were Seven Brides For Seven Brothers and Rambo.
9. Investigators
French crash investigators say Collins’ final courageous act involved him throwing his body over his daughter to protect her from the impact.
10. Honoured
Porirua Park Stadium was officially renamed the Jerry Collins Stadium on 25 March 2016 in his honour
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