Sunday, March 19 2006, 19:01 GMT
By Dave West, Media Correspondent
Crowe in 'Gladiator'
Russell Crowe has invested in a majority share of South Sydney rugby club the Rabbitohs.
The Oscar-winning actor and dedicated rugby league fan attended a club meeting to see his bid get a 75.8% approval vote – just over the 75% required.
Crowe, who partnered businessman Peter Holmes a Court to make the bid, also has a home in the city.
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