Carrying on the legacy of Steve Irwin

The family of Steve Irwin is continuing the life mission of the "Crocodile Hunter" star, with their zoo and hospital aimed at protecting wildlife, and a TV series educating the public about the wonders of the animal world. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with Steve's kids, Bindi and Robert Irwin; their mom, Terri; and Bindi's new husband, Chandler Powell, about their unusual family business.
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[@1_fishin_magician153]

Steve is smiling from above !!! thumbs up !!

[@1wookieman]

I love the Irwins and what they all do for wildlife.

[@user-pc1gk5go6b]

چرا باز نمیشن

[@krististarosta6736]

They certainly love animals. Like A LOT! I love animals too!

[@kristinewilson5353]

Yes they are a great family. Steve would be so proud

[@mclovin1463]

Thanks bro :)

[@randycaston6217]

What an inspirational family.

[@labhrais6957]

This brought tears to my eyes. I'm not a cryer. God bless the Irwin family.

[@RoccoGains]

I have been watching Steve Irwin since I was a kid. I love what there family has done. By carrying out Steve’s legacy! We love u Steve and family!

[@rkh7360]

I remember when bindi was a small baby

[@MasonSanchez.]

He looks just like his Dad. :)

[@nigelmurphy6761]

Yep. He's the spitting image of him.

[@Debby901]

Terri did a wonderful job raising the kids! Steve Im sure is watching over them and very proud 😇🦎❤❤❤

[@adyferguson3846]

I hope their brand gets bigger and bigger and goes on for many generations to come. Such a lovely family.

[@PrayerfullyBlessedMama]

I cry through every episode, every interview, every post. Their love and passion is what we need in this world. God love the Irwins!

[@OriginalPuro]

There is no god, but us humans love the Irwins.

[@abbydawson9074]

@@OriginalPuro I have to disagree. There is one true God who created and loves everyone. He sent His only Son, Jesus, to die for our sins and wrongdoings so we can have eternal life through Him! He loves you and knows you. I know there is a God because I’ve seen Him move in situations and circumstances in my life. He has helped my mental health and made me feel so loved and heard when I didn’t feel like it. There is a God.

[@highcurrent1125]

When my son was a boy, the Crocodile Hunter was eagerly watched and enjoyed by us. When news of the accident made it to us, it was as if we lost a member of our family. RIP Steve Irwin.....you turned millions of kids (and adults) onto wildlife conservation!

[@katefresina832]

Steve is so proud of his kids, they have done such a good job.

[@EvanFrenchMusic93]

There isn't a day that goes by that I don't miss Steve Irwin. If I ever do go to Australia, I will definitely try to visit Australia zoo, for two reasons, one to finally fulfill a childhood dream, and two, it will be my way and I think honestly the best way of paying my respects to Steve!

[@amapparatistkwabena]

Yes, mom---that really IS good parenting. Keep up the good work; your kids are amazing! Steve would be so proud!

[@thomasselcuk8736]

May Steve Irwin’s legacy never die

[@1805movie]

Steve would be proud.

[@Liz_678]

Agree💕

[@geomodelrailroader]

Indeed he would he said himself "If my children and my wife take up my mission only then will I step aside and watch them from the great beyond". His words I will tell you Crocodile Hunter they are completing your mission and saving the worlds wildlife you would have been proud Steve and we still miss you.

[@sallydaniel1023]

Bindi and Robert inherited Steve's infectious enthusiasm. So great to see them all together ❤

[@zacg_]

What an incredible family! I think Bindi and Robert are wonderful examples in a world where young people are given such absurd celebrity teen idols.

[@cwayzums]

I completely agree. Losing a parent when you’re as you as Bindi and Robert were matured them very early, but their mom did a wonderful job at balancing both mother and father roles. Steve would be so proud at how well his children turned out under such circumstances.

[@write2ap]

Great family! Sad note: Seeing that little koala bear hopping around in that wildfire was so sad. OMG! 😢😭

[@michelefair1577]

It literally crushes my soul to see that 😭😭😭

[@ellenmcdonald4789]

I never cried so hard...or grieved so intensely...for someone I never met. Steve was one of a kind.

[@weimaranerlover79]

I love the Erwins! My son when he was little loved Steve Erwin the Crocadile man, my son even got a stuffed alligator for a birthday or something and named it bixby. My son is now 24 and still too this day has that alligator. Terri you have done an amazing job raising 2 amazing kids. Their father would be so proud and watching them daily I'm sure in true amazment at how they picked up where he left off. Bless your sweet family

[@krististarosta6736]

It’s actually “Irwin”. But you were close.

[@kathleenreyes4345]

He is still missed!! He would be so proud of all of you!!

[@julieanne5373]

A hard job, but a passionate one to be blessed to work with animals.

[@bpgk2007]

I wish I had grown up like this. I've always adored animals.

[@kristinek2916]

Amazing family!! Thank you Irwin’s for all you do for animals and the planet 🌎 🐾

[@charissaevans2023]

God bless this beautiful family! How incredibly inspiring and positive.

[@krististarosta6736]

The first time I saw Steve Irwin was on The Wiggles. I was just a little kid and I loved it so much! And Bindi looked soooo cute when she was a kid! I even loved the way the Irwin’s treated the animals. From past to right now. I hope I get a chance to go to the Australia Zoo sometime soon and see them take care of the animals. I really love animals!💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@Mickcotton]

I’m crying now ❤️😇. Love Them So Much

[@DarcieGlam]

Steve is in everything at Australia Zoo. It is the most marvelous place and the family has done an amazing job there. I didn't want to leave!

[@jonathonspears7736]

Growing up Steve was my hero. His death a blow to my heart and soul. But he taught me to love and respect animals, and that is something I have carried with me into my adult life. And hopefully someday share with my children. To many people out there fear or don't understand animals and even insects. RIP Steve, you were truly one of a kind. And to the Irwin family, Never stop being who you are. What you do is beyond words.

[@sharlottewoods2451]

Steve Irwin will forever live on in our memory and God bless his family fir continuing his Australia zoo best zoo on this earth godspeed........

[@jessicafallen9455]

I love The Irwins congrats on the baby on way

[@nieremarie4206]

I can only imagine Steve face and to see that his son is doing what he did is awesome and for them to keep his legacy alive I love them can’t wait to visit that zoo

[@masuganut2082]

Every time I watch stuff to do with this family I cry and smile all at the same time!! What a beautiful family!

[@geomodelrailroader]

Always good to have our friends The Irwins drop by. I use to watch Crocodile Hunter when he was on and when I heard he was killed I was devastated. Terri you are doing a good job by educating people keep it up they need to have the same love of animals that Crocodile Hunter did when he was around we miss him. Bindi I have watched you grow up and that statement you made a long time ago has come true. The Zoo is yours now Bindi you and Chandler take good care of it it is what your dad would have wanted same goes to you Chandler make Crocodile Hunter proud. Last but not least Rob you barely got to know your dad today is your birthday Rob I remember when you were little Crocodile Hunter fed Graham while he was holding you and when you could walk he let you feed him. Now look at you Rob 16 years old and already feeding, wrestling, catching, and relocating Crocs. Make him proud Rob and happy birthday you are his son Rob give those guest of yours the best Croc Show ever and remember do it for him make Crocodile Hunter proud. #RIPSteveIrwin #CrocodileHunter 1962-2006 the best conservationist in the world. Continue his dream Irwins make him proud.

[@haleyanne86]

I just love this family and what they stand for! 👏❤😍

[@Zorn76]

All grown up and carrying on Dad's legacy. Good kids now adults.

[@mtbwithtomdobb6788]

The greatest man to have ever walked this planet! I love you Steve your the best!

[@Liz_678]

Excellent family and legacy🥰

[@patsyl5766]

It's so lovely that Steve's children have carried on in his foot steps. I wonder if 1 of them will train to be vet to help the team. I know they do wonderful work and I bet if their father would of been so proud of them. What a wonderful family.

[@melindadouglas1673]

What an amazing family! Steve would be so proud of them.

[@Vivalarosa45]

Now, that's a legacy.

[@jacquelynnjones1372]

Bindi exudes such beauty! She is a woman I hope my daughter looks up to. 💕😌

[@a.l9313]

Their father would be proud.

[@carolwhite2486]

MISSING STEVE SO BADLY. I WISH HE WAS STILL HERE WITH US 😢

[@DanielDenoted]

Such a beautiful family

[@jackhackett80]

I recall Steve being under some fire for holding an infant Robert(Bob) while feeding a crocodile. Time flies

[@reneecassidy7279]

They are beautiful people with caring hearts for all creatures!

[@SuperSeubanks]

Love watching the Irwin family 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@mkuti-childress3625]

I thought his son was just like him, but Bindi talks _exactly_ like him!

[@GurcharanSingh-ns9jw]

Love you so much irwins n whole staff. You are doing your best to save wild life

[@TheBooban]

2:56 "..and thats good parenting" lol, remembering so many know it alls gave Steve so much crap for feeding that croc with Bindi.

[@NickyD]

lol imagine he did that the last few years his carrer would be long over

[@OriginalPuro]

@@NickyD No, he has proof that he knows what he is doing and I think most non-retards understand that they are a special family. They run and live in a zoo, for crocks sake.

[@ThePinkladies18]

I miss you too much Steve you will always be in my heart and memories thank you for that😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@mad_hatter7880]

I didn't even think about the wild fires but you know damn well steve would have been out there saving every single animal he could find 😔

[@JMarieCAlove]

Awww! I’m so happy she’s going to have a baby! They’re all an awesome family! 💖

[@kaykonodine2954]

I love those animal loving Irwins..God bless them.

[@peanutwars]

Steve has some beautiful kids man!

[@amynaddra7230]

Bindi was a spokesperson for Sea World. I never understood that one after all we know about the horrors of Sea World.

[@pohanahawaii]

Probably because their park operates on the same idea except with crocs and snakes instead of dolphins and orcas. However, their philosophy is different. The Irwins are personally out there in the field showing that they really do ❤ animals and conservation and not just for show like Sea World.

[@mariannesouza8326]

I know. 😏

[@cynthianolder5344]

I would think ahe kinew of the death of that trainer, but maybe not? If you haven't seen Blackfish, courtesy of CNN, it's heartwrenching

[@tom11zz884]

They paid her quite handsomely I'm sure Money talks...

[@psw4763]

Love this wonderful family.

[@magentarose7633]

Love you Irwin’s 💙

[@Feistywench59]

No greater tribute to a life cut short, than to continue his work.

[@jennifermartinez5616]

Love this family! 🥰🤟🏼❤️

[@vish2ual]

Always wonderful

[@AshChildOfGod]

A truly awesome FAMILY

[@FlamerSmasherMBXCar]

The Irwin's is one of the best parts of living west of the Mississippi River, and next to Pacific Ocean in U.S.A..

[@makerkandike9810]

4:28 OMG my heart 💔😢

[@kinsmed]

Great story. Of course.

[@warface4881]

I was just thinking about Steve. I really liked that guy.

[@jeffj2495]

I'm one of the few people who actually didn't like him. I'm sure people will blast me for this opinion. Hoarse Whisperer - we called him. Overly dramatic reality show.

[@warface4881]

@@jeffj2495 ok thats cool but how do you properly dramatize capturing crocodiles and handling cobras? At the time he seemed pretty cool or maybe there was just less channels.

[@jeffj2495]

@@warface4881 Fair enough. Maybe there were less channels. And maybe we don't need to even go out and temporarily catch wild animals. The animals certainly don't enjoy it.

[@warface4881]

@@jeffj2495 probably not but a lot of those snakes seemed to enjoy his company.

[@chr5wo]

They all sound so animated and commercialized.

[@TriXJester]

Another generation of Irwin!! How exciting

[@josephlawson9950]

Rest In Peace Steve

[@magentarose7633]

💙💙💙

[@alexeimscruz2893]

it pains me the poor koala in the middle of that brush fire :'(

[@MrGlittergirl554]

The Irwin's family are the nice animal Friendly versions of the Kardashians

[@FC-hj9ub]

Their kids are so good looking

[@keligutierrez7478]

One day I will go to Australia zoo!! Gotta keep that dream 💭

[@liladdymrtrent117]

Well this should be heartbreaking🤣

[@kalel311superman9]

when i first heard about steve's passing i thought a gator got him

[@jesusanchorofmysoulkatheri3648]

♥️♥️♥️♥️❣️

[@TheFrozenblaze_]

Haha, the crowd cheer audio at 0:22 is totally edited in. It's a common audio clip of a crowd cheer that has been used in many different things, similarly to how the Wilhelm Scream is used a lot. This video shows an example of the same clip's use in an old PC game. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHuYqXZjZbmMjasm34s

[@beverlyford4541]

I expect the new little one could be named stevie 🎀👏🙏🇺🇸

[@carmen1hunn130]

💚

[@ivanhoesanchez2606]

IRWIN'S LEAGACY

[@spottedtime]

Why is no-one talking about how Bendi saying that she is giving her daughter a car key and she’s not even born? Is Bendi that excited to for her daughter to be driving?

[@sharonharrison4847]

She said khaki! Nor car key 😜

[@littlepumpkinpiehair-cutte519]

Her mama is a Barbie girl😊

[@agento5952]

I Love this video so much! Ear to ear grin watching it! Terry, you are so lucky! You have the best life! Your kids were so cute when they were little and now they are so amazing! I Love the Irwins so much! And remember you can pick the Irwin's Wildlife Warriors as a charity on Smile Amazon and they will get money every time you shop! Or you can go to their page and make a donation! Even $1 helps! It adds up! And they do so much good with the money! wildlifewarriors.org.au/?fbclid=IwAR045xfRkZ2vhqQj85wRDNJ_NWc7gAvRJEUJFm2k9w2Q_40ej1ufhw842hw

[@christiannielsen3863]

Last night I nearly squashed a snail in the drive way. With my foot.

[@leandroalvesdossantos197]

🌹👋

[@XimenaJimenez-xy5kq]

No por fa joven no te arriesgues con esos animales salvaje yo te admiro

[@cstumpy51]

Hold up. Robert is only 16? I swear he was 20

[@truckcamper5751]

Cashing in on the old man’s legacy there you go😏

[@merakki]

And the daughter got a American man haha funny.

[@brianmagee6595]

Like Father like Daughter

[@jessegarcia5386]

Sounds like she was pronouncing it Car keys 😂..But I caught on khakis..😂

[@alexanderdavila4087]

👍😻

[@keligutierrez7478]

Will they keep filming crikey it’s the Irwin’s

[@Juliet04738]

@2:28 + 🤭🥲🥲😭😭🤗

[@pewterpirate4560]

She needs to teach how to fix his collar

[@sk8smoke21]

There love of animals might just inspire yours! It did.

[@jredbigmouf]

Kinda weird the son and the new husband look alike

[@tzzz7]

the mom looks like steve also.

[@MasonSanchez.]

I don't agree. :^/

[@mariannesouza8326]

Nah, they don’t look at all alike.

[@beyourself2444]

They don't

[@ShredCo]

These people are all just like Steve Irwin, without that pesky attribute of being likeable.

[@HC-qv7ng]

Acting, dancing, writing, photography, music, painting. I guess its easy to pursue artistic and creative endeavors or to start a family and marry young when you're born into a billion dollar empire and when you literally live and "work" in a wildlife paradise and actually will never have to truly work for a living.