Bindi Irwin, the 26-year-old wildlife conservationist, is sharing her heartfelt story of losing her father, Steve Irwin, in a candid interview on the A Life of Greatness podcast.
It’s been over 15 years since her dad’s tragic death, but the pain still feels like a “scar on her heart.”
Grief: A Journey of Ups and Downs
Bindi remembers when her dad passed away in 2006, and how every adult would tell her that “time heals all wounds.” But as she grew older, she realized that this wasn’t entirely true.
“Time changes your grief, time changes your perspective, but the grief and sadness of losing someone you love – that feeling is just a part of you,” she said.
For Bindi, the pain of losing her dad is still there, but it’s no longer just about sadness and devastation.
Remembering Steve Irwin
Steve Irwin’s death was a shock to the world.
He was just 44 years old when he died in a stingray attack while filming in Australia.
Bindi was only 8 years old at the time, and she recalls being scared that she would one day forget about her dad.
But as she’s grown older, she’s come to realize that her dad’s legacy lives on through her and her family.
Finding Love and Light in Memories
Bindy shared that over the years, her grief has changed. She’s no longer just feeling devastation, but also love, light, and warmth when she thinks about her dad.
She wants to make him proud and carry on his work, ensuring his legacy lives on. “I feel the greatest sense of wanting to make him proud and carry on his work,” she said.
Keeping Steve’s Legacy Alive
As Bindi looks back on her life without her dad, she’s grateful for the outpouring of love and support that her family received after his death.
She’s also grateful for the opportunity to share her story and keep her dad’s legacy alive.
With Steve’s 63rd birthday just around the corner, Bindi paid tribute to her dad on Instagram, writing, “Happy Birthday, Dad. Your legacy will live on forever.”
Bindy’s story is a reminder that grief is a journey, and it’s okay to feel the pain of losing someone you love.
But it’s also a story of hope and resilience, showing that even in the darkest moments, there is always love and light to be found.