Dancing with the Stars Season 34 has shown a never-before-seen side of Australian zookeeper and environmentalist, Robert Irwin. He had been seen as a lively, energetic animal whisperer, tackling crocodiles and swimming with sharks. However, since competing in DWTS, Robert has won hearts by showing that he is not shy of being vulnerable. Robert has always stated that he owes his sensitivities to his late father, Steve Irwin, who passed away from a stingray attack. However, Robert and his sister still love the animal, and here’s why.
Robert Irwin lost his father, Steve Irwin, to a stingray attack when he was only two years old
Steve Irwin was an iconic figure known as the ‘Crocodile Hunter’. However, despite this moniker, Steve was an environmentalist, conservationist, and educated people on wildlife. He and his wife, Terri, founded the Australia Zoo and passed down their love for the environment to their children, Bindi and Robert. However, his love for the wildlife cost Steve his life at the age of 44.
