Steve Irwin (Croc Hunter) passed away today - was 44

thaive · September 04, 2006, 01:51:58 AM

Sad but true, only hours ago it was reported that Steve Irwin passed away during an accident while he was filming an underwater documentary at Batt Reef, Low Isles off Port Douglas in Queensland.

He died from a stingray barb to the heart.

If you bothered to look past the crikey's and the persona Steve was truly an awesome guy who provided care to a hell of alot of animals and people alike.

May he rest peacefully.

Zap · September 04, 2006, 02:14:09 AM

God bless him.

754boy · September 04, 2006, 02:23:08 AM

Damn, thats sad news. Well, at least he went out doing what he loved most. R.I.P.

jmr · September 04, 2006, 02:25:43 AM

well it was bound to happen some time he took to many risks
not only with his own life but with his familys life as well

thaive · September 04, 2006, 02:28:10 AM

honestly is that really needed?

sardaukar · September 04, 2006, 05:40:49 AM

Needed? It's fact! The dude just took too many risks, this was bound to happen. Or did anyone thought he would live to be 90 and die of old age? He just took the wrong turn in the road to become famous.

Having said that, I'm not glad he died. A death is always a loss.

bitblt · September 04, 2006, 07:07:18 AM

I think that is unfortunate. I liked his style. My whole family enjoyed his flamboyant and charismatic personality. My 12 year old daughter was a big fan of his documentaries (she wants to be a Biologist). Peace Steve Irwin.

Jax · September 04, 2006, 07:48:18 AM

Why, man?
WHY?!

RIP, Steve :cry:

kyus · September 04, 2006, 09:16:44 AM

The thing is... the dude lived his life taking insane risks...

...and then died snorkelling in shallow water when a normally placid creature took a dislike to the fact he was swimming so close.

How Ironic.

I wasn't his biggest fan, but I admired him. It's a shame for Terri and his little girl and boy. I can see him being an amazing father and husband.

Oh well. It happens

juice · September 04, 2006, 10:47:55 AM

Whatever the case, it's still very sad.

phoood · September 04, 2006, 01:38:52 PM

Steve Irwin was a badass. I heard this on the radio.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Irwin. Dammn, they made everything past-tensed too.

memyselfandi · September 04, 2006, 01:59:58 PM

YEah this sucks... and those wikipedia people work fast. They already wrote what they are going to do today...wow.

mgarrine · September 04, 2006, 02:51:25 PM

May GOD bless HIM.
RIP Steve.
My simpathy goes to His Family.

I watched some of His shows, and I 've always liked His serious but funny way to take life and risks. He loved its job and animals.Realle a special man. MAY rest in Peace.

Deadmon · September 04, 2006, 06:22:39 PM

Poor Steve, his daughter and son are so young too...=\

RIP.

Haoie · September 05, 2006, 05:27:00 AM

This has been on every forum I go to, it's crazy. I thought the aussies would be the most upset, naturally.