Bindi Irwin is honoring her late father in the most powerful way. The 24-year-old mom is remembering late TV star and animal expert Steve Irwin on the 16th anniversary of his passing with a touching new Instagram post about her beloved dad — and her daughter’s legendary grandfather. Related: Bindi Irwin’s New Tattoo Honors Baby Daughter & Late Dad Steve Irwin — Look! It’s hard to believe it’s been 16 years since the elder Irwin passed.
Of course, the popular Aussie TV star and zoo leader died at age 44 back in 2006 after being stabbed in the chest by a stingray barb while he was filming a documentary.
Bindi was just 8 years old when he passed in September of that year, with her younger brother Robert Irwin just 2 years old.
Taking to the social media app early on Sunday morning, Bindi referenced her own daughter — 17-month-old baby girl Grace Warrior Irwin Powell, whom she shares with husband Chandler Powell — in a meaningful message about Steve.
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