His surname is one of the most recognisable in Australia – and among wildlife fans around the world – but who is Robert Irwin, and is he related to the famous naturalist Steve Irwin?
Who is Robert Irwin?
Robert Irwin is an Australian conservationist, TV presenter, zookeeper, wildlife photographer and actor. He works at the Australia Zoo alongside his mum Terri and sister Bindi.
How old is Robert Irwin?
Robert Irwin was born on 1 December 2003.
What shows has he presented?
Robert Irwin has co-hosted the TV show I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! He also starred in the reality TV show Crikey! It's the Irwins, which follows his family's work at the Australia Zoo.
In 2017, he made his late-night television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, presenting an African dwarf crocodile, a screaming armadillo, a red-tailed boa and a sloth. As of April 2019, he has appeared on the show a total of 11 times.
Where did Robert Irwin grow up?
Robert Irwin grew up at Australia Zoo with his family.
Where does Robert Irwin live now?
Robert Irwin lives at Australia Zoo on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Is Robert Irwin related to Steve Irwin?
Robert Irwin is the son of Steve Irwin.
Who is Steve Irwin?
Steve Irwin was an Australian zookeeper and conservationist, also known as 'The Crocodile Hunter'. He set up Australia Zoo with his wife Terri.
How did Steve Irwin die?
In 2006, Steve Irwin died after being stung in the heart by a stingray while filming in the Great Barrier Reef.
What is Australia Zoo?
Australia Zoo is a 700-acre zoo on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia, and is owned by Terri Irwin. The zoo became a popular tourist attraction thanks to Steve and Terri Irwin's documentary series The Crocodile Hunter.
It was opened in 1970 by Bob and Lyn Irwin under the name Beerwah Reptile Park. Steve and Terri Irwin took over in 1992 and renamed it Australia Zoo. Funds from The Crocodile Hunter went back into the zoo, and an animal hospital was opened in 2004.
Main image: Robert Irwin at the TV WEEK Logie Awards in 2024/Credit: Getty
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