Manu Feildel's son Jonti, 18, signs with junior division of South Sydney Rabbitohs

Manu Feildel's son has signed with the junior division of the South Sydney Rabbitohs NRL team.

The 48-year-old celebrity chef shared the news on Instagram on Tuesday.

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The proud dad posted a photo of his 18-year-old son Jonti Feildel wearing his new jersey.

"As a dad you get few proud moments in your life," Manu said. "My 18-year-old son Jonti finally joined the under-19 Bunnies squad and this one is on top of my proud list.

"The ball is in his court now and I've got no doubt of his future success."

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The teenager previously played rugby league for the Roosters' junior development team, and prior to that, the Clovelly Crocodiles.

Manu shares Jonti with his ex-girlfriend Veronica Morshead.

He also shares a daughter, Charlee Ariya, with his wife Clarissa Weerasena.