Did u guys know that Steve Irwin (Croc Hunter) died because of a sting ray attack.....doesn't that suck?: (
2006-09-04 05:02:56 · 30 answers · asked by zacsgrl212 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Celebrities
He was very entertaining, with lots of enthusiam and a great passion for what he did. He loved animals of all kinds. He also cared a great deal about educating the world not only about the different animals but also the dangers each animal species faced in the wild. He wanted to help preserve endangered species.
Mini biography
Steve Irwin was born in 1962 to parents Lyn and Bob Irwin, who were animal naturalists. He has shared the love for animals all his life, stemming from being raised at the Queensland Reptile and Fauna Park. There, he partook in daily duties of animal feeding and care. He quickly established himself with the Queenland's government on the process of the country's Crocodile Relocation Program, in which the reptiles could be transferred and relocated to proper localties in the most absolute humane, non-tranquilizing manner. He frequently implements the non-tranquilizing factor in his televison show "Croc Files" (1999). To date, Steve can claim that he has never been bitten by a venomous snake, despite his bare-hand handling of some of the most deadliest snakes in the world. Steve has been married to fellow naturalist, Terri Irwin (Baines) since 1992. She joins him in his adventures and efforts in almost every episode of his show. They have one daughter Bindi Sue Irwin who was born July 24, 1998.
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2006-09-04 13:41:58 · answer #1 · answered by Matthew G 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
yeah I found out about it when I got on yahoo and saw a news story on him. I told my husband an hour later when I woke him up for the day. Sadly my 14 month old son won't get to know who steve irwin is partly because at the moment when the show is on he is too busy practicing new skills to even sit down for a second to watch anything in the evening
2006-09-04 05:31:07 · answer #2 · answered by teri81979_2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah I found last night.. I was dreaming about it because I left the tv on while I slept...
I must admit that I never did like the guy.. he annoyed the hell outta me. But still I am saddened for his family and loyal fans & countrymen.
RIP Steve.. go chase some crocs in the great beyond-o.
2006-09-04 05:38:08 · answer #3 · answered by yes_i_am 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
fairly Steve Irwin became an atheist. i think he could be pleased along with his daughter although with each and all of the activities surrounding newborn celebrities.. in keeping with risk somewhat worried?? i'm particular they are very careful along with her through fact she is around unique animals. this may appear undesirable, yet i for my section wish she in no way gets harm. Even experts who understand the character of untamed animals can not anticipate their habit... Take Steve Irwins death for occasion.
2016-11-24 21:15:06 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i kno it makes me want to cry.
i can't believe it. i used to watch him. he had a movie.
Self described "wildlife warrior" and star of the TV program "The Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin has died after being pierced in the chest by a stingray barb in a freak accident while diving in Australia.
Irwin had been filming a new documentary off the coast of Port Douglas in Far North Queensland when the accident occurred. Irwin was diving near the stingray for the documentary when he was struck by the barb which pierced his heart. Irwin was taken to his boat but there was little paramedics could do to save the 44-year old.
Steve Irwin was born in Victoria, Australia in 1962 and moved to Queensland with his family in 1970 when his father Robert opened a reptile park where the young Irwin developed his life-long love of nature.
Taking over the family business in 1991, Irwin saw the small reptile park develop into the world-famous Australian Zoo -- a must see attraction to the millions of fans of the TV show.
Irwin met and married his wife Terri in 1992, shooting to international stardom that year when the newlywed couple took a camera crew to film their honeymoon crocodile trapping trip in northern Australia. This became the basis of the first episode of his "The Crocodile Hunter" television show.
American television audiences quickly warmed to Irwin and his crazy antics, his outlandish Australian outlook to life and the obvious enthusiasm and passion he had for wildlife, making Irwin one the most popular faces on U.S. TV.
Despite his popularity, Irwin was not immune to controversy. The burly Queenslander was heavily criticized in January 2004 when as part of his show at Australia Zoo he fed crocs with his month-old son Bob in his arm. The incident was a major worldwide scandal that nearly ended his television career.
While he became one of the most easily recognized Australians in the world during the 1990's, Irwin struggled to find acceptance and recognition in his homeland with Australians cringing as Irwin spouted catchphrases like "Crikey!"
Tributes have already began to flow in for Irwin, with long time friend, producer and business partner John Stainton leading the tributes
"Today the world has lost a great wildlife icon, a passionate conservationist and one of the proudest dads on the planet," he said. "He left this world in a peaceful and happy state of mind. He would have said, 'Croc's will'."
Australian political leaders were also quick to pay tribute to the life of a man who had become a cultural icon. Australian Prime Minister John Howard said in a press conference, "Steve was also a passionate environmentalist who used his television programs and his award-winning Australia Zoo to promote a serious conservation message."
"Steve was a dynamic personality who will be greatly missed by his legion of fans in Australia and around the world," said Howard.
Queensland premier Peter Beattie said that Irwin's loss were be sorely felt in home state.
"He was a great Australian, he was obviously a great Queenslander, but he put Queensland and Australia on the international map," Beattie said. "I mean I can remember going to the United States where people would not know the Prime Minister of Australia but they knew Steve Irwin."
Steve Irwin is survived by wife Terri and two children, daughter Bindi and son Bob.
2006-09-04 05:04:51 · answer #5 · answered by dippie. 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes. and God bless his family. He was much loved by many. What a great guy. He was genuinely a likable guy. The thing is everyone has probably said the same thing in the past,"he's going to get killed one of these days".
Til later Steve
2006-09-04 05:07:59 · answer #6 · answered by steve b 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think that after all his encounters over the years he must have thought he was invincible. Ironically it was not a vicious alligator or bear to take his life but yet a stingray. It is sad but I can't believe it would be shocking to anyone he has seen Steves work.
2006-09-04 05:09:57 · answer #7 · answered by Michelle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OMG I so know what you mean i was like actually really shocked....That's just so sad and a waste cause he was quite young as in that he could have gone on for many more years....That's just such a loss for nature ..right now I'm sure all the crocodiles must be crying..man i still cant believe it...Rest In Peace Steve I'm sure you will...A man who loved nature was finally killed by it....I'm sure he wouldn't have it any other way : )
2006-09-04 05:08:38 · answer #8 · answered by James 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's sad to hear that the "crocodile hunter" was killed by the stingray as he was doing a documentary about fierce creatures of the sea. I remember him as he encountered dangerous creatures and how he demonstrated his bravery. He was also funny and humorous when he described about the creatures he got closer to and I thought he was a fun guy. My hearts and prayers goes to his family and his friends and may he rest in peace.
2006-09-04 10:12:10 · answer #9 · answered by jaythewarthog 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Steve, you were an inspiration to me. I remember after seeing your show for the first time, I was so impressed by how natural you were with all those animals, that I began to rethink my whole approach to nature... I have looked at "scary" creatures differently ever since
May God rest your soul, dear man ... It's been a shock ...
2006-09-04 09:20:34 · answer #10 · answered by d_ruxandra 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋