Steve Irwin’s Family Shares Emotional Tributes 20 Years After His Tragic Death
Steve Irwin, the beloved Australian wildlife expert known as the “Crocodile Hunter,” died on September 4, 2006, at just 44 years old. While filming near the Great Barrier Reef, he suffered a fatal injury when a stingray’s barb struck his chest. His sudden death shocked millions of fans around the world and devastated his wife, Terri, and their two young children, Bindi and Robert.
Twenty years later, Steve’s family continues to honor his legacy through wildlife conservation and education. Bindi, who was just eight when her father died, is now a mother herself. She has shared memories of Steve with her daughter, Grace, who watches his documentaries and knows him as “Grandpa Crocodile.” Robert has also followed in his father’s footsteps, becoming a wildlife presenter and photographer, while Terri continues supporting their conservation work at Australia Zoo.
On the twentieth anniversary of his death, Bindi shared an emotional tribute featuring footage of her father talking about the day she was born. Robert posted a childhood photograph of himself with Steve, while Terri reflected on the memories they made together. Their messages reminded fans that behind the famous television personality was a devoted husband and father whose love for his family was just as important as his passion for animals.
Steve’s influence lives on through his family, Australia Zoo, wildlife rescue efforts, and the documentaries that continue introducing new generations to the natural world. Although his daughter and son lost him far too young, both have dedicated their lives to conservation. For millions, he will always be the energetic Crocodile Hunter—but for his family, he will forever be the husband, father, and grandfather whose legacy continues to inspire them.