Steve "Crocodile Hunter" Irwin is dead (no joke!) - Page 1

The naturalist and television star Steve Irwin has died in a diving accident in far north Queensland. He was 44. Police say he was stung through the heart by a stingray while diving off Port Douglas. He was filming a documentary when the accident occurred around midday AEST near the Low Isles. A helicopter arrived with paramedics on board to try to resuscitate him, but it was too late. Irwin, who was was born in Victoria in 1962, inherited his love of reptiles from his father. His father Bob was a keen reptile enthusiast and moved the family to Queensland in 1970 to open a small reptile park on the Sunshine Coast. Irwin took over the family business in 1991 and grew it into Australia Zoo. for more go to http://www.abc.net.au/news/newsitems/200609/s1732439.htm

its all so sad x

seemed a nice guy, sorry to hear this very sad news, our prayers are with his family at this time.

This is such a tragedy! He was the ultimate reptile man and an icon for me as i'm into rescuing snakes as well! My heartfelt condolences to his wife and family and to all the members of the Australia zoo who loved him.

It is a very sad day for his family, friends and the wildlife that he so passionaltley brought into the homes of millions of viewers. He will truely be missed.He single handidly has brought the plight of animals to the Worlds attention and has helped ensure the survival of many animals such as the crocodile from being hunted into extiction. You cannot help but admire a man that lived with such passion. CHEERS to Steve

I'm so upset that I can't stop crying. You never know whose death will have such an impact. He was a very good man and his kindness toward animals wll never be forgotten. It is an awesome tragedy. Millions will miss him. I know I top that list.

This is very sad news Steve was a very kind man to the animals my thoughts are with his friends and family GOD BLESS

This Hits Close To Home... When I was much younger I met his wife Terri, She is from Eugene and only lived a few blocks from my Grandparents, I would visit them in the Summers. We met because we both love animals. I feel just awful for her and the little ones, They are so young ! Our prayers, thoughts, and support go to his Family and extended family. He will be greatly missed for so many reasons.

even though he came by way of television, he was a welcome visitor in every home. people talked about him as though they knew him personally. the world will be a sadder place without him. my deepest condolences to his family and friends. pjp

I am so sad that the world lost such an animal hereo!!! condolences to his family.