Steve Irwin's family celebrates 'superhero' dad, 20 years after shock death
The Australian icon was killed in 2006, after a stingray's barb pierced his chest during filming.
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"I always thought that my dad's legacy is wildlife conservation; it turns out, his legacy is love. For our planet and for each other."
— Bindi Irwin , Celebrity
"The most incredible wildlife encounter of my life was the birth of my daughter, Bindi."
— Steve Irwin , Celebrity
"I've gone, 'Bindi!' after my favourite crocodile, Bindi."
— Steve Irwin , Celebrity
"Your legacy is forever."
— Robert Irwin , Celebrity
Key People
Bindi Irwin is an Australian conservationist and television personality, daughter of Steve Irwin.
Robert Irwin is an Australian wildlife photographer and conservationist, son of Steve Irwin.
Steve Irwin was an Australian wildlife expert and conservationist, best known as the 'Crocodile Hunter'.
Terri Irwin is an American-Australian conservationist and the widow of Steve Irwin.
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The Australian icon was killed in 2006, after a stingray's barb pierced his chest during filming.
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