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Old 09-04-2006, 01:10 AM
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Steve Irwin dies underwater

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SYDNEY, Australia (CNN) -- Steve Irwin, the Australian TV presenter known as the "Crocodile Hunter," has died after being stung in a marine accident off Australia's north coast.

Australian media reports say Irwin was diving in waters off Port Douglas, north of Cairns, when the incident happened on Monday morning.

Irwin was killed by a stingray barb that went through his chest, according to Cairns police sources. Irwin was filming an underwater documentary at the time.

Ambulance officers confirmed they attended a reef fatality Monday morning off Port Douglas, according to Australian media.

Queensland Police Services also confirmed Irwin's death and said his family had been notified. Irwin, 44, was director of the Australian Zoo in Queensland.

He is survived by his American-born wife Terri and their two children, Bindi Sue, born 1998, and Robert (Bob), born December 2003.

Irwin became a popular figure on Australian and international television through Irwin's close handling of wildlife, most notably the capture and relocation of crocodiles.

Irwin's enthusiastic approach to nature conservation and the environment won him a global following. He was known for his exuberance and use of the catchphrase "Crikey!"

But his image suffered a setback in January 2004 when he held his then one-month-old baby Bob while feeding a crocodile at his Australian zoo.

In a statement released to Australian media, Foreign Minister Alexander Downer expressed his sorrow and said that he was fond of Irwin and was very appreciative of all the work he had done in promoting Australia overseas.

In 2003, Irwin spoke to the Australian Broadcasting Corp.'s Australian Story television program about how he was perceived in his home country.

"When I see what's happened all over the world, they're looking at me as this very popular, wildlife warrior Australian bloke," he said, the ABC reported.

"And yet back here in my own country, some people find me a little bit embarrassing. "You know, there's this... they kind of cringe, you know, 'cause I'm coming out with 'Crikey' and 'Look at this beauty'."
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Old 09-04-2006, 01:24 AM
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yeah it has been going on all over. Very sad. I was a big fan of his. Loved his shows.
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Old 09-04-2006, 01:39 AM
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How awkward was it that a stingray was able to take his life, but not a giant croc?
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Old 09-04-2006, 02:29 AM
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Croc Hunter, we hardly knew yee

just heard the "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin died on monday. guess what killed him, nope not a croc. Nope, not a alligator. A stingray! i just thought i was a hard way to go, especially since well, i kinda always thought he'd be eaten by a croc... or bitten by a snake... or a mongoose (it could happen. maybe)
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Old 09-04-2006, 05:19 AM
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yep, its a shame he died, but I don't know how to say this nicly, I expected it to happen soone or later, the job was a risky one, but he did a great job at it...

He died from a stingray barb to the left side of the chest which penetratd into his heart.
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Old 09-04-2006, 07:03 AM
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I agree with you ramp, but it's still a shock, he was loved, and I used to watch his shows all the time
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Old 09-04-2006, 07:10 AM
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I new i live in aussy but it was sad he died when the doctor got the room
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Old 09-04-2006, 07:15 AM
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in the interests of a tidy forum can we please stick to this thread for all condolances and information re steve irwin...

As much as i didnt like the guy, you cannot refuse the recognize the effect he had on the world, my condolences to his family, they and everyone has lost a great mate

RIP steve..
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Old 09-04-2006, 07:37 PM
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That sucks..

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Old 09-04-2006, 07:43 PM
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I spent today with a tear in my eye, For the family who never got to say Goobye.
Though I feel He is Close By, The Crocodile Hunter who Learnt to Fly.



God Bless to all Steve's Family and Friends.

He will be sadly missed!
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Old 09-04-2006, 07:46 PM
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That's deep sal. But anyway-i saw it on a myspace bulletin and thought it was a lie. I'm watching ABC news rite now, just passed on a tribute.
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Old 09-04-2006, 07:51 PM
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I new i live in aussy but it was sad he died when the doctor got the room
when the doctor got to the room? he was dead on site, once the medivack helcopter arrived
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Old 09-04-2006, 08:14 PM
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i will have to say he was a goofball doing something that was not to hot in act's he play out on the screen, some time take life so careless in doing things. but i have to say to his family we love the fool and he try to do his best may he rest in peace and love.

he had a big heart that would not stop for anything, i think god was watching him all the times things he would get away with and his job was not a easy one.

may his zoo live on and never be sold or taken away from his family or AUS ether. its their history and a man one love for the wild kingdom of AUS

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Godbliss his family too as will. may their coming day be best of life can give them in this sad times.
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thats because he was the croc hunter! He was a top bloke and a legend amongst us Aussies and it is a sad and terrible thing to happen. R.I.P mate.
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RIP Steve.
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His kids never got to lern the profession, I hope it didn't die with him! Loved his tv shows and its a great loss especially for his family!

Rest in peace Steve Irwin!
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Old 09-05-2006, 12:01 PM
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Old 09-05-2006, 01:56 PM
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r.i.p... gr8 guy, very close 2 his family
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Old 09-05-2006, 02:03 PM
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yea that really sucks .. i rembmer when i was younger i would watch him on animal planet all the time .. i'm gona miss him

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