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Someone Called This Girl Stupid For Doing Dangerous Things, Then Saw Her Last Name
19-year-old Bindi Irwin is proving that she is a ‘chip off the old block’ by following in the footsteps of her famous father, showing the same natural charm and close connection with animals of all kinds.
Much like her brother Robert, Bindi has been in the spotlight from an early age, appearing on her father’s showThe Crocodile Hunter as young as six months old. During the filming of a commercial, Steve Irwin placed toddler Bindi on a crocodile’s back and said: “You’re watching Animal Planet with the Crocodile Hunter, and family!”
Since that unique on-screen debut she has tried her hand at all kinds of things, from acting and singing, to hosting TV shows and even winning an emotional season of Dancing With The Stars. The world has watched her grow up from her father’s adorable sidekick, through the aftermath of his tragic passing, to the confident and eloquent young lady she is today.
Bindi’s true passion is wildlife and, just like her father, she has that special gift of sharing her enthuasiasm, inspiration and message of conservation to the world. She still lives and works at Australia Zoo, which was founded and has been run by the Irwin family since 1970. “I have spent my entire life living in a zoo, which is pretty crazy. Not many kids get to say that,” she told E! News.“It took me until I was about three years old to realize that we didn’t just come to the zoo every day, that we actually lived here.”
Together with her mom and brother, Bindi is making sure her father’s legacy remains, and Steve, a hero to many of us of a certain age, is never forgotten. “We want to make sure that his message of wildlife and conservation continues,” she said. “Because he was the world’s greatest conservationist and we never want that message to die.”
Scroll down to check out what Bindi is up to these days, and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Twitter user Zeke TF recently went viral with his tweet
The tweet’s star is, of course, Bindi Irwin
Daughter of Steve Irwin, aka the “Crocodile Hunter”
And just like her father, Bindi also has a strong connection with animals
She still lives and works at Australia Zoo, which was founded and has been run by the Irwin family since 1970
“I have spent my entire life living in a zoo, which is pretty crazy. Not many kids get to say that”
“It took me until I was about three years old to realize that we didn’t just come to the zoo every day, that we actually lived here”
“I remember he [dad] gave me a piece of advice that has stuck with me forever”
“If you treat animals how you want to be treated, you’re a lot better off”
“When [Irwin] was working with venomous snakes or cheetahs, he just treated them in a [certain] way”
“It was never trying to overpower them or anything like that”
“He was just loving them”
“Dad was the ultimate wildlife warrior and we admired him more than anything”
“We want to make sure that his message of wildlife and conservation continues”
And Steve, a hero to many of us of a certain age, is never forgotten
Together with her mom and brother, Bindi is making sure her father’s legacy remains
“Because he was the world’s greatest conservationist and we never want that message to die”
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BREAK YOUr perceptions 7 years ago
why cant we have a show about this family instead of pompous idiots who layer makeup like its a bean dip?
stellermatt 7 years ago
it's incredible that his legacy, his children, are carrying on his love of animals and his work. They have such great enthusiasm for life that you can't help but feel inspired.
Sree S 7 years ago
SO TRUE!!!! Im going to point out that someone captured a photo of King Julian victoriously stepping on Bindi's head ... King Julian for life. Who agrees??
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Austin Coutinho 7 years ago
Steve Irwin was my hero growing up. I still remember when it hit the news. I watched it and went "nope, must be some other steve", just refusing to believe what happened. He was an amazing and an incredibly brave person. And full of life and energy. Its great to see his kids follow in his steps - they're doing him proud.
Viviane Katz 7 years ago
I didn't see the problem with holding a tarantula. They're not dangerous unless you have an allergy to the venom.
Trisha Dragon 7 years ago
My issue with tarantula holding is that they are a delicate creature. Freak out and drop him/her and they die. Spiders freak me out a little but mosquitos are creatures from satans a**s so spiders FTW!
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OlivierD 7 years ago
Is it just me who is bothered by this comment of Mr Zeke "white people are so stupid"?? This is so appallingly dumb and racist, such a poor introduction for an article on Mrs Irwin's fabulous life and actions...
Shana 7 years ago
That bothered me too. If it said something else, people would've probably been outraged, but it"s "white people" so no big deal.... -_-
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Michael John Aragon 7 years ago
Why would it be crazy and dumb if any other person who is not associated or related to Steve Irwin to handle such dangerous animals? If anyone is capable of tending to those creatures/animals professionally with extreme care and alertness, they shouldn't be judged crazy. They should be seen as someone who knows what they're doing.
Bubble Tae 7 years ago
it's amazing that his love for animals was passed over to his kids! This was amazing! But seriously? Guys if she is doing something that SHE decided to do, then let her! For gods sake, don't call her out for it; and then take it back just because of her last name :p
Martin Ludwig 7 years ago
She's a beautiful girl! And I think its great that they make me remember on the TV Show that I watched when I was young. I wish her and her family much power, so they can care for the animals as long as possible =)
Dustin Bettencourt 7 years ago
Man some people are just to cool for this world lol SHES SITTING NEXT TO A TIGER (I want to do that but I also want to live lol
Maria K 7 years ago
Aw, these pictures are nice! I wish I could hold a Koala like that one day.. XD
CrunChewy McSandybutt 7 years ago
On a side note... I never realized how HUGE rhinos are. I mean, I knew they were big, but holy moly!
BarryAllenTheFlash 7 years ago
Yeah, I thought they were smaller. This is like, school bus sized
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Janine Randall 7 years ago
What an amazing family. To be so strong to carry on such an important message after tragedy. Other poster is right. I'd love to see a show about them rather than the c**p that comes on every night and day! Keep up the good work Irwin's!
JoAnne Klein 7 years ago
This family is a credit to humanity. May they live very long, healthy and successful lives, inspiring those open to the best life has to offer the joys of animal/human friendships!
Gerard Kiekens 7 years ago
Your father not only did a great job with animals, but also in teaching you to love animals. Have a good life Bindi!
Gerard Kiekens 7 years ago
Tour father not only did a good job with animals, but also in teaching you to love them. Have a great life Bindi!
Gillian Black 7 years ago
used to love watching Steve and his little princess and we are so luck that they are still there to keep his love of animals going
Tanya Tzatmary 5 years ago
That is so disgustingly racist and so typical of Twitter. Twitter is FILLED with racism but because it's not white people being racist they let it slide, but 99.99% of all hate crimes and racism is AGAINST whites. It's ridiculous. They ban people for no reason just because they have the wrong views on there but this level of systemic racism is OK?
Rita Marratt 7 years ago
Would love to watch the show,your dad was amazing. All of you are wonderful for doing this
peril-clay 7 years ago
I love her!!! I especially love the animals she works with. Her brother looks just like the OG too. Kinda creepy...
Bobbi Wilson Fein 7 years ago
The son looks so much like his dad! Let’s do that as a reality show instead of the plastic Kardashians!
Nicole Holt 7 years ago
Such a gorgeous and loving family! I'm happy that they are carrying on their dad's vision.
Laura Wilkie 7 years ago
Wish he was still here to see how much his kids have grown! The joy on their faces would have meant the world to him!
phil blanque 7 years ago
Handling zoo animals is not necessarily dangerous. Most zoos train and develop certain animals for this so that visitors can have closer contact with animals and even touch them. This helps visitors connect with these wonderful creatures and, hopefully, do something for conservation or habitat protection. But while zoo staff, who are well-trained in handling these animals, may be at minimal danger of bites or attacks, it is CERTAIN that they will be peed on or pooped on at a pretty high frequency. Meerkat on the head?.....HIGH RISK...but just part of the job. I know from experience! Congratulations to this family for good work and maintaining Irwin's legacy.
Justin Dodson 7 years ago
its driving me nuts that the first pic is blurry. The bushes in back sure aren't though
urafotze 7 years ago
Well well well it looks like it wasn't the WHITE GIRL girl that is stupid, HUH ZEKE
B Walko 7 years ago
Ok, this is neat and all, but I will be the first to say I got click baited. He didn't call her stupid. He said, IN THE VERY SAME POST, be safe and carry on with what she's doing. He's not particularly racist because everybody can be extremely stupid at times. I don't intend to cause arguments, and I like this post, everything about it, except for the fact that I, and probably you too, got click baited.
Chris Pitch 7 years ago
the dude who didn't know who she was, don't visit Australia. the first five pics is like a walk to the local corner store to get milk.
TheKnightOwl 7 years ago
See how racist it all the sudden becomes to peoples when you switch the colours from anything other than white? C'mon people, in this day and age we need to call it like it is. Whether someone is black, white, brown, green, orange, pink, red or purple, being derogatory towards another race of any colour is not okay, not in any context.
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BREAK YOUr perceptions 7 years ago
why cant we have a show about this family instead of pompous idiots who layer makeup like its a bean dip?
stellermatt 7 years ago
it's incredible that his legacy, his children, are carrying on his love of animals and his work. They have such great enthusiasm for life that you can't help but feel inspired.
Sree S 7 years ago
SO TRUE!!!! Im going to point out that someone captured a photo of King Julian victoriously stepping on Bindi's head ... King Julian for life. Who agrees??
Load More Replies... Austin Coutinho 7 years ago
Steve Irwin was my hero growing up. I still remember when it hit the news. I watched it and went "nope, must be some other steve", just refusing to believe what happened. He was an amazing and an incredibly brave person. And full of life and energy. Its great to see his kids follow in his steps - they're doing him proud.
Viviane Katz 7 years ago
I didn't see the problem with holding a tarantula. They're not dangerous unless you have an allergy to the venom.
Trisha Dragon 7 years ago
My issue with tarantula holding is that they are a delicate creature. Freak out and drop him/her and they die. Spiders freak me out a little but mosquitos are creatures from satans a**s so spiders FTW!
Load More Replies... OlivierD 7 years ago
Is it just me who is bothered by this comment of Mr Zeke "white people are so stupid"?? This is so appallingly dumb and racist, such a poor introduction for an article on Mrs Irwin's fabulous life and actions...
Shana 7 years ago
That bothered me too. If it said something else, people would've probably been outraged, but it"s "white people" so no big deal.... -_-
Load More Replies... Michael John Aragon 7 years ago
Why would it be crazy and dumb if any other person who is not associated or related to Steve Irwin to handle such dangerous animals? If anyone is capable of tending to those creatures/animals professionally with extreme care and alertness, they shouldn't be judged crazy. They should be seen as someone who knows what they're doing.
Bubble Tae 7 years ago
it's amazing that his love for animals was passed over to his kids! This was amazing! But seriously? Guys if she is doing something that SHE decided to do, then let her! For gods sake, don't call her out for it; and then take it back just because of her last name :p
Martin Ludwig 7 years ago
She's a beautiful girl! And I think its great that they make me remember on the TV Show that I watched when I was young. I wish her and her family much power, so they can care for the animals as long as possible =)
Dustin Bettencourt 7 years ago
Man some people are just to cool for this world lol SHES SITTING NEXT TO A TIGER (I want to do that but I also want to live lol
Maria K 7 years ago
Aw, these pictures are nice! I wish I could hold a Koala like that one day.. XD
CrunChewy McSandybutt 7 years ago
On a side note... I never realized how HUGE rhinos are. I mean, I knew they were big, but holy moly!
BarryAllenTheFlash 7 years ago
Yeah, I thought they were smaller. This is like, school bus sized
Load More Replies... Janine Randall 7 years ago
What an amazing family. To be so strong to carry on such an important message after tragedy. Other poster is right. I'd love to see a show about them rather than the c**p that comes on every night and day! Keep up the good work Irwin's!
JoAnne Klein 7 years ago
This family is a credit to humanity. May they live very long, healthy and successful lives, inspiring those open to the best life has to offer the joys of animal/human friendships!
Gerard Kiekens 7 years ago
Your father not only did a great job with animals, but also in teaching you to love animals. Have a good life Bindi!
Gerard Kiekens 7 years ago
Tour father not only did a good job with animals, but also in teaching you to love them. Have a great life Bindi!
Gillian Black 7 years ago
used to love watching Steve and his little princess and we are so luck that they are still there to keep his love of animals going
Tanya Tzatmary 5 years ago
That is so disgustingly racist and so typical of Twitter. Twitter is FILLED with racism but because it's not white people being racist they let it slide, but 99.99% of all hate crimes and racism is AGAINST whites. It's ridiculous. They ban people for no reason just because they have the wrong views on there but this level of systemic racism is OK?
Rita Marratt 7 years ago
Would love to watch the show,your dad was amazing. All of you are wonderful for doing this
peril-clay 7 years ago
I love her!!! I especially love the animals she works with. Her brother looks just like the OG too. Kinda creepy...
Bobbi Wilson Fein 7 years ago
The son looks so much like his dad! Let’s do that as a reality show instead of the plastic Kardashians!
Nicole Holt 7 years ago
Such a gorgeous and loving family! I'm happy that they are carrying on their dad's vision.
Laura Wilkie 7 years ago
Wish he was still here to see how much his kids have grown! The joy on their faces would have meant the world to him!
phil blanque 7 years ago
Handling zoo animals is not necessarily dangerous. Most zoos train and develop certain animals for this so that visitors can have closer contact with animals and even touch them. This helps visitors connect with these wonderful creatures and, hopefully, do something for conservation or habitat protection. But while zoo staff, who are well-trained in handling these animals, may be at minimal danger of bites or attacks, it is CERTAIN that they will be peed on or pooped on at a pretty high frequency. Meerkat on the head?.....HIGH RISK...but just part of the job. I know from experience! Congratulations to this family for good work and maintaining Irwin's legacy.
Justin Dodson 7 years ago
its driving me nuts that the first pic is blurry. The bushes in back sure aren't though
urafotze 7 years ago
Well well well it looks like it wasn't the WHITE GIRL girl that is stupid, HUH ZEKE
B Walko 7 years ago
Ok, this is neat and all, but I will be the first to say I got click baited. He didn't call her stupid. He said, IN THE VERY SAME POST, be safe and carry on with what she's doing. He's not particularly racist because everybody can be extremely stupid at times. I don't intend to cause arguments, and I like this post, everything about it, except for the fact that I, and probably you too, got click baited.
Chris Pitch 7 years ago
the dude who didn't know who she was, don't visit Australia. the first five pics is like a walk to the local corner store to get milk.
TheKnightOwl 7 years ago
See how racist it all the sudden becomes to peoples when you switch the colours from anything other than white? C'mon people, in this day and age we need to call it like it is. Whether someone is black, white, brown, green, orange, pink, red or purple, being derogatory towards another race of any colour is not okay, not in any context.
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