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"Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin Killed Today
Sheyne:
Not sure even how many people knew of Steve Irwin (the Crocodile Hunter)... rumour has it that he was rather popular in the US - don't know about our European brokies.
Unfortunately, he was killed earlier today filming a documentary on the Great Barrier Reef. He copped a sting-ray barb to the chest and died before paramedics arrived.
Personally, I was a great supporter of Steve. My son and I met him at the Australia Zoo (couple of hours north of Brisbane, where I live) and yes, he is EXACTLY the same is person as you've seen on TV. The man had a zest and passion for life that I don't think I've ever seen before. He had a gift for working with animals and using his very down-to-earth personality to charm the pants off the people he met. I am really saddened by his death. The world has lost an amazing person.
Full story here:
http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/steve-irwin-killed-by-stingray/2006/09/04/1157222051512.html
Steve, with wife, Terri and a croc.
injest:
I saw this on another thread and checked the CNN website...so sad..he was still very young..
Aussie Chris:
I agree Sheyne, people either loved or hated his over-the-top exuberance. I was in the latter until I saw an interview with him and his love of life and for his family in particular was overwhelming and endearing, even if he was sometimes seemed more in the "fools-rush-in" category. I'm also shocked and saddened by the loss of this amazing and passionate man.
David In Indy:
Oh God No!!! This can't be true!! I loved Steve Irwin!!!
I am so sorry for Steve's family, friends and for the people of Australia. He was an icon!
:'( :'( :'( I am so sorry and sad to hear this news!! :'( :'( :'(
Sheyne:
--- Quote from: David925 on September 04, 2006, 02:38:21 am ---Oh God No!!! This can't be true!! I loved Steve Irwin!!!
I am so sorry for Steve's family, friends and for the people of Australia. He was an icon!
:'( :'( :'( I am so sorry and sad to hear this news!! :'( :'( :'(
--- End quote ---
There are a lot of people who feel his loss today.. :'(
"Flabbergasted" is the word I would use to describe my reaction to the news. It just didn't seem possible. Steve's just one of those people you kinda figured would be around forever. He did so much for promoting Australia and tourism here. He was a wonderful ambassador for our country and he will be mourned by many for a long time. I just hope his kids grow up knowing what an incredible man their dad was.
Still can't believe it, really. :'(
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