Bindi Irwin opens up about grief and how she remembers her dad Steve Irwin every day

Bindi acknowledges there are still days when the loss of her dad feels overwhelming.

In a touching revelation, Bindi Irwin, the beloved daughter of the late Steve Irwin, has shared the profound ways in which she immortalises her father's memory and celebrates his remarkable life on a daily basis.

For Bindi, this deeply personal journey is marked by a myriad of heartfelt activities that hold special significance. Opening up to E! News in an interview at the Steve Irwin Gala Dinner in Los Angeles, Bindi revealed the importance of remembering and celebrating her father's life every day.

Chandler Powell, Bindi Irwin, Terri Irwin and Robert Irwin on the red carpet
Bindi, Terri and Robert Irwin host the annual Steve Irwin Gala Dinner in Steve's honour in Los Angeles. Pictured alongside Chandler Powell, left. Photo: Getty Images

"Whether it's playing one of his documentaries for our daughter Grace, feeding the crocodiles at the Australia Zoo, nights like tonight," she shared, referencing the annual fundraising gala, "I think it's so important to remember that we all deal with grief in different ways."

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Bindi went on to reveal she firmly believes that surrounding oneself with loved ones and embracing the opportunity to commemorate a person's life can provide immense comfort and healing.

Now 24 years old, Bindi eloquently expresses the profound impact of losing a loved one, having experienced the heartbreaking loss of her legendary father Steve, star of the Crocodile Hunter and cherished Australian icon, when she was just eight years old when he was fatally stung by a stingray.

Steve Irwin with his wife Terri Irwin, and daughter Bindi Irwin holding a baby crocodile
Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin with his wife Terri Irwin, and daughter Bindi Irwin, and a baby crocodile at Australia Zoo in Queensland. Photo: Getty Images
Chandler and Bindi holding up their daughter Grace
"I love being able to see Chandler as a dad," Bindi told E! News. She shares daughter Grace Warrior with husband Chandler Powell. Photo: Instagram/@bindisueirwin

Bindi's birthday tribute to Steve

Bindi left fans in tears in February with a tribute to her dad Steve Irwin on what would have been his 61st birthday.

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"Happy Birthday, Dad," she wrote alongside a photo of herself and Steve when she was young. "Thank you for instilling a love for all species, courage to follow my heart and determination to make a difference in the world for wildlife and wild places."

She continued, "Your legacy lives on and the world is forever changed because of your dedication to conservation. Mum, Robert and I love and miss you so much."

Fans shared comments, telling Bindi how Steve had left a lasting impression on them, with one user writing, "Sweetest picture, making me cry. l’m sure he’s so proud of his baby girl and what a good mama and person you are! Happy birthday to your dear dad."

"Your father had such a profound impact on so many of our tiny hearts and minds at the time, and it has carried into being an adult. Thank you Steve, we miss you so much," another added.

"I watched him with wonder, truly one of a kind," a third said.

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