Steve Irwin

If you grew up in the early 2000s, chances are that at some point you came across a man dressed in brown, laying atop a gator twice his size, ...

He believed in the importance of preserving wildlife and their habitats, and he used his platform to educate viewers about the importance of conservation. There was always a kindness to him that instantly spoke to the millions of lives he touched. The Australia Zoo, which Irwin and his family own and operate, continues to be a major wildlife conservation and education centre in Australia. His life and legacy left an indelible mark on the world of wildlife conservation and education. Despite the efforts of his crew and emergency responders, Irwin was pronounced dead at the scene. Although his life was cut tragically short, his legacy lives on through his family, his organisations, and his impact on popular culture. He was a natural entertainer, and his shows were always filled with excitement and adventure. His approach to conservation was practical, and he was always looking for ways to make it accessible to the average person. He made it his life's work to educate people about wildlife and the importance of protecting our planet. From an early age, Irwin was passionate about wildlife and spent his childhood learning about and caring for animals. Though that served as the title to his television series for many years, Steve Irwin was anything but. Here’s a quick retrospective on how the wildlife conservationist icon, Steve Irwin, inspired millions and continues to do so, many years after his untimely death.