‘We lost our superhero’: Bindi honors Steve Irwin

Steve Irwin's family paid homage to the notable conservationist on the 20th anniversary of his death.

His children, Bindi and Robert, posted photos and videos of Irwin, famously known around the world as the "crocodile hunter." Irwin died on Sept. 4, 2006, at age 44 after a stingray struck him in the heart as he was working on the underwater film "Ocean’s Deadliest" in Australia.

Bindi's heartfelt tribute included footage of Irwin reflecting on the moment his wife, Terri, gave birth to her in the hospital. He called it "the most incredible wildlife encounter in my life."

"20 years ago, today, the world lost the most passionate and dedicated wildlife conservationist. Our family lost our superhero. My mum lost the love of her life; my brother and I lost the greatest dad," Bindi wrote in the caption. "Grief never truly leaves us; we walk alongside it every day. Where there is enormous grief, there is even greater love."

Bindi said Irwin's impact has trickled down to her 5-year-old daughter, who has been watching his documentaries: "She feels utterly loved by her 'grandpa crocodile' without ever having met him.

"My dad left a lasting impact so poignant that it will ripple…

Original source: https://www.usatoday.com/entertainment/