Steve Irwin, also known as The Crocodile Hunter, has been killed. Aussie media and CNN are reporting that he was killed by a stingray barb that went through his chest. He was snorkeling at north Queensland's Batt Reef at the time, where he was filming an underwater documentary. A friend of his told CNN that Irwin accidentally swam up on top of a stingray in the sand and it attacked, out of self defense.
Steve Irwin became a reptile enthusiast at a young age. He was only eight years old when his father moved the family to Queensland and opened up a small reptile park. Irwin took over the family business in 1991 and turned it into the Australia Zoo. According to Wikipedia, The Crocodile Hunter television show was created in 1992 from footage of crocodile trapping/antics on his honeymoon with his American wife, Terri. His outrageous personality made him an instant hit in the United States.
Irwin was 44 years old. He leaves behind a wife, Terri, and two young children, Bob and Bindi.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 21)
9-04-2006 @ 1:14AM
Donna said...
Rest in Peace Steve and God Bless you're family. My kids Love you, they will be broken hearted tomorrow morning.
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9-04-2006 @ 3:19AM
John said...
Sad to hear, Rest in peace steve, the people will miss you...
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9-04-2006 @ 8:14AM
Elliott White said...
RIP Steve.
As much as he was ridiculed by myself and many others, he was a good man. His work in raising awareness for endangered species and the like has been tremendous...
A sad day it is.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:23AM
Jessica said...
God bless you Steve irwin, a tragic event that will no doubt shock the nation and further abroad. My heart goes out to his family and 2 young children.
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9-04-2006 @ 5:14PM
Ben said...
RIP Steve. I love all the shows you have done. It's hard to believe this happened after you have survived through so much.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:22AM
Billy said...
Rest in peace brother Steve you will be missed.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:26AM
Ali said...
RIP, I am speechless, my kids sure enjoyed his shows.
Tragic.
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9-04-2006 @ 5:24AM
Helen Fitzpatrick said...
I am absolutely gobsmacked. I can't believe he has gone. He was one of our families most favourite people in the whole world. Our thoughts are with you Terri, Bindi & Bob.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:27AM
Karl Ditchburn said...
REST IN PEACE MATE.
YOU ARE A LEGEND WE VERY AUSSIE IS GOING TO MISS YOU.
FAIR WELL.
BEST WISHERS TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:36AM
Melissa said...
You made wildlife and dangerous creatures so interesting and enjoyable to learn about. Rest in peace. God bless your wife and children.
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9-04-2006 @ 9:02PM
Alison said...
I was so saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family! RIP Steve and I'll miss you! :(
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9-04-2006 @ 1:28AM
Annie Wu said...
I keep waiting for someone to tell me that this is a joke. I can't even begin to explain how startled I am. I grew up watching his shows.
Wow.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:32AM
Jim Keating said...
Bless you Steve. You brought us lots of joy and entertained us for
may=ny years. May GOD bless your wife and children too.
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9-05-2006 @ 8:54PM
Mary said...
So sad. Thanks for the information and entertainment.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:30AM
Richard said...
Rest in Peace Steve Irwin,you are still my idol
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9-04-2006 @ 1:30AM
Nadia said...
I am shocked and saddened by this news. I loved watching his shows. My sympathies to his wife and children as well as the rest of his family and friends....
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9-04-2006 @ 1:35AM
Brett said...
It's a sad day. Steve Irwin was one of a kind.
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9-04-2006 @ 4:17AM
Karen C-S said...
Steve Irwin will be missed, however he was doing what he loved to do. Rest in peace Steve and my heartfelt sympathy to his wife and children.
We will continue to watch Animal Planet, however the planet has lost a favorite personality.
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9-04-2006 @ 1:30AM
Diann said...
Rest in Peace Steve, it's so sad to hear what happened, we are still in shock. You gave us many hours of knowledge and laughter. You will be missed tremendously. GOD BLESS this wonderful man.
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9-04-2006 @ 4:02AM
Shane said...
Well i have to say he is one hell of a man but he has cheated death too many times and fianaly its caught up with him it just goes to show when your times up itsw up my heart goes out to his family and loved ones. rest in peace mate god bless. Shane From Australia
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