Hey there, friends! On Father’s Day, Bindi Irwin, the amazing daughter of the legendary Steve Irwin, took a heartfelt moment to honor her late dad. Bindi shared a beautiful throwback picture of herself with her dad on Instagram, expressing her gratitude for the lessons he taught her. In the post, she talked about how her dad instilled courage in her and inspired her to always stand up for her beliefs. Bindi, now 20 years old, wrote, “Thank you for always teaching me to stand up for what I believe in. I’m incredibly blessed to be your daughter and I love you so much. ❤️.”
This touching tribute quickly gained traction, earning over 250,000 likes and countless heartfelt comments from fans who admired Steve Irwin, the beloved Crocodile Hunter. Bindi's followers chimed in, sharing how Steve was more than just a father to his family—he was a role model to many. Fans praised Bindi for continuing her dad’s legacy with the same passion and dedication that made Steve Irwin such a global icon.
Steve Irwin: A Legend Remembered
One fan commented, “I think Steve was a father to all of us at one point, what a legend and may he rest peacefully.” Another fan added, “Your dad was a role model to all of us, I know for a fact that the reason a lot of us care about the planet and animals is because of your dad.” It’s clear that Steve’s impact went far beyond his immediate family, touching the hearts of millions around the world. A third fan shared, “He’d be proud to see how far you’ve come! We love ya’ll so much, and you’re carrying on his legacy well. 😍😍”
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Remembering the Tragic Loss
In 2006, Bindi and her younger brother Robert, who was just 15 at the time, tragically lost their father. Steve Irwin was filming his documentary series, Ocean’s Deadliest, when a short-tail stingray fatally injured him. In a recent interview with People, Bindi opened up about the heartbreak of losing her dad when she was only 8 years old.
“I remember people coming up to me and saying, ‘I’m sorry for your loss, sweetheart. Time heals all wounds,’” Bindi, the Dancing With the Stars alum, recalled. “But that’s just not true. It’s like losing a part of your heart, and when you’ve lost that, you never get it back.”
Carrying the Legacy Forward
Even though Bindi had to grow up without her dad, she had the unwavering support of her mom, Terri Irwin, who taught her everything about being successful in life. Bindi has carried forward her father’s legacy with grace and determination, inspiring countless others along the way.
“I sure hope dad would be proud,” Bindi said about Steve’s reaction to their Animal Planet series Crikey! It’s the Irwins. “We really do try every
