Prince William tells Robert Irwin dad Steve would ‘be very proud of you
The Crocodile Hunter died in 2006 from a stingray injury to the heart
Prince William offered a few kind words to Robert Irwin, the son of the late Steve Irwin.
The Duke of Cambridge told the 17-year-old conservationist that his dad, known best as the Crocodile Hunter, would be “very proud of you.”
“Honestly, I was a big fan of your dad [Steve Irwin] and I am so sorry he’s not here,” the 39-year-old said to Robert while on a video conference clip obtained by People magazine.
“It’s no surprise that you’re a fan of crocodiles as well. The family trait has continued into the next generation I am sure,” the royal added.
Steve died in 2006 at age 44 from a stingray injury to the heart. The TV icon was known for his deep love of animals and the environment.
Britain’s Prince William shared a touching moment with Robert Irwin, the son of the late Steve Irwin.
Robert, his sister Bindi, and his mom Terri have continued Steve’s legacy by expanding the Australia Zoo and creating the foundation Wildlife Warriors which fights “to protect our wildlife and wild places.”
“I’m really glad that I get to hopefully inspire my generation and my fellow younger Australians to ignite and start that spark of passion,” Robert said.
(L-R) Robert Irwin, Terri Irwin, and Bindi Irwin all maintain and run the family’s Australia Zoo.
Australian environmentalist, Steve Irwin, died in 2006. (Reuters)
Earshot is supported by the Royal Foundation and Robert is an advocate. The prince will be awarding £1 million grants on Sunday to innovators working to solve climate change.
This week, William spoke out against the recent boost in space tourism as companies like Blue Origin, Virgin, and SpaceX have sent capsules into orbit.
