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Robert Irwin celebrates his 21st birthday with moving tribute to father Steve Irwin: 'I carry his memory'


Robert Irwin has shared an emotional tribute to his father Steve as he marked his 21st birthday.

Taking to Instagram on Sunday, the wildlife warrior posted a touching photo of his dad celebrating his own milestone birthday decades ago. The heartfelt post drew an outpouring of love from fans and family alike, with his sister Bindi Irwin leaving a touching comment. Steve died on September 4 2006 after being pierced in the chest by a short-tail stingray barb while filming in the Great Barrier Reef with Philippe Cousteau Jr.

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