Steve Irwin’s Son Hears His Late Father Discuss His Legacy in Old Clip: ‘He Is My Superhero’

The keeper at the Australia Zoo followed in his father’s footsteps. ‘It really is an honor to make sure everything he lived and died for continues.’

Robert Irwin attends The TikTok Awards in Sydney, Australia, on Nov. 27, 2024. Brendon Thorne/Getty Images

Robert Irwin, son of the late “Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin, has followed in his father’s footsteps by dedicating his life to animal conservation.

During a June 24 appearance on BBC Radio 2’s “The Scott Mills Breakfast Show,” the 21-year-old was played an old video of his father discussing his hopes and dreams for his two children, including his daughter, Bindi Irwin, now 26.