Steve Irwin’s emotional final message for crew revealed
A previously unreleased final message from Steve Irwin to his crew, recorded shortly before his death 20 years ago, has been revealed. The emotional footage shows Irwin expressing deep gratitude and pride for his team's dedication to wildlife research.
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Steve Irwin remains a significant cultural figure in wildlife conservation, and this footage provides a poignant look at his final professional mission.
Share article Exclusive: Steve Irwin’s haunting final message to his crew can be revealed for the first time.
The Crocodile Hunter, who was killed by a stingray 20 years ago today, was on his final croc research mission near Weipa in Queensland’s Cape Yorke Peninsula when he addressed his team.
Steve Irwin’s haunting final message to his crew can be revealed for the first time. A Current Affair
Producer John Stainton, who turned Irwin into a household name around the world, was among the crew.
“I just want to say something from the heart,” Irwin said to the team.
“Sorry for getting all emotional on you, but I tell you what, this has been the best month of my life.
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