Stingray Kills Famed 'Crocodile Hunter'

Mon Sep 4, 2006 6:15 AM EDT

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BRIAN CASSEY, STR

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yugnats

damn, thats too bad.

i really liked watching this guy as he always seemed to be taking crazy chances- well, i guess thats what got him here.

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3 votes

#1 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 6:46 AM EDT

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Adak

What a terrible loss! It's all the more tragic given that this was a freak strike. His enthusiasm was infectious; He will be missed.

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8 votes

#2 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 7:46 AM EDT

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DanielI

The world needs more Steve Irwins. What a loss.

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8 votes

#3 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 8:31 AM EDT

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Darrell J. Rohl

I agree. The man was a true inspiration to my young son. I hate to break this news to him.

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7 votes

#3.1 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 11:53 AM EDT

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Rick M.

If I may ask, how was he a "true inspiration?"

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#3.2 - Tue Sep 5, 2006 6:00 AM EDT

{"commentId":277947,"authorDomain":"sokabs"}

Darrell J. Rohl

If I may ask, how was he a "true inspiration?"

Primarily with his infectious enthusiasm for wildlife, dedication to conservation and adventurous spirit. While there are many other quality television shows regarding animals and wildlife (all of which my son loves), it was the enthusiasm and spirit of Irwin that has captured his imagination and taken him on journeys throughout the world. This has inspired my son to become an avid bird watcher, zoo volunteer (at the age of 6!), and more.

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4 votes

#3.3 - Tue Sep 5, 2006 11:08 AM EDT

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Phaedrus72

This is really sad! I couldnt believe this news! I feel bad for his family.

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4 votes

#4 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 9:20 AM EDT

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William Holmes

CRYKEY!!!!!!

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2 votes

#5 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 10:12 AM EDT

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Metric

Damn. There aren't too many other crazy guys out there willing to show us those aspects of nature in an exciting way. My condolences to his family - he certainly left behind an impressive legacy!

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2 votes

#6 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 10:17 AM EDT

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Adele

Millions of us in the States are shocked and saddened with this news . Steve Irwin and his crews have inspired us to respect Life and Nature like no other in the past twenty years. I cry for his beloved Terri and Bindi and Bob. God bless his soul and the memory of his legacy in Australia. The miles that separate us cannot stop the love between good neighbors. Thank you for letting us share in the
life of a very good man. Continued prayers for his family and friends. With love, Adele USA

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6 votes

#7 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 10:17 AM EDT

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Redge

This is realy sad.

Rest in peace, Steve.

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2 votes

#8 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 11:49 AM EDT

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Miss Dev

Wow. And it what a strange way. Those of us who watched his show saw him get up close and personal with massive crocodiles and extremely dangerous animals. At times, I was sure that was it for him. But this is such as - as the PM said - freak accident. It is so sad. To think that his kids will have to grow up without him in their lives - and that we've lost such a great conservationist. I met him when he came to Colorado to film - he was up at CSU - and he was as genuine and fun in real life as on camera. And so full of passion.

A piece of my heart just broke.

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6 votes

#9 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 12:35 PM EDT

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Able Ape

Didn't you guys see the "Grizzly Man" by Herzog? Crikey wasn't quite as nuts as Timmy, but they were in the same direction. He was teasing deadly animals in front of a camera to puff up his celebrity persona. Crikey also thought he was above it and could get away with it. See his quotes after the baby bait incident.

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#10 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 12:51 PM EDT

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Miss Dev

Herzog was not a trained environmentalist. He got too close to animals without any real knowledge of them. Irwin always said how dangerous animals were and that it was important to both understand and respect the animals one was working with. He often said how close he had come to injury - and death - but that it was important to expose the world to the plight of animals and how wonderful they are. Irwin was irresponsible at times - but he always owned up to it. Even after the incident with his son. He said it was a bad choice - but that there was no "real" danger. And since he wasn't killed by one of his own captive crocs - and none of his staff has been, either - it would appear that he was mostly correct.

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5 votes

#10.1 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 1:09 PM EDT

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Nata

Able Ape: He was teasing deadly animals in front of a camera to puff up his celebrity persona. Crikey also thought he was above it and could get away with it. See his quotes after the baby bait incident.

Puff up his celebrity persona? Yes, that is so incredibly evident by the fact that he put all the money he made back into the zoo and animal conservation. Your statement is completely insulting to the memory of a man who devoted [and was willing to give up] his life for a cause he believed in with a passion and dedication like no other. I have never seen him be anything but humble. The only part of "celebrity" he was concerned with was the one that could help him get his cause across more effectively. He did what he did with the animals in order to demonstrate their behavior to the general public, and educate us so that we could carry on his legacy of saving endangered species and reverse our destructive ways towards the environment.

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8 votes

#10.2 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 6:01 PM EDT

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aronoff

oh man. that's awful news. My prayers go out to his family and everyone who knew him and their incredible loss. He was a true inspiration for people and really brought conservation into everyone's living rooms on a regular basis.

Rest in Peace.

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2 votes

#11 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 1:34 PM EDT

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Eileen St. Lauren

This is a sad, sad day indeed! Steve Irwin will be sorely missed by the people of the world and the animals he loved so dearly. God bless his soul and smile on the ones he left behind until they are together again...
SaintLauren, USA/England

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2 votes

#12 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 9:07 PM EDT

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Joan Deacy

I am totally shocked to hear about Steve's untimely death. He may have been a bit crazy, but, crazy in love with his work was exhilarating to watch. He will be sadly missed. My sympathy goes out to his family, friends & all who were fortunate enough to know such an out-standing person. He just had so much passion & respect for all animals that it's just not fair! Rest in peace, Steve

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2 votes

#13 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 9:52 PM EDT

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B Arms

We miss you, Steve. It was just an accident, an instant happening. Know you were surprised. You delighted and inspired us more than only your great care of large reptiles - you inspired us to live!
Thank you - for all your years of boundless energy and inspriation.
Thank you for sharing your personal life and family with us.
We have admired your family so much - the famliy that lives together stays together....
Love and prayers to your family; love and prayers.

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2 votes

#14 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 11:30 PM EDT

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B Arms

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#15 - Mon Sep 4, 2006 11:36 PM EDT

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M. Remmers

Wow. That's too bad. But at least he died doing what he loved and without regrets. That's more than most of us get...

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2 votes

#16 - Tue Sep 5, 2006 1:31 AM EDT

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marcella godbold

we enjoyed the shows! it's a great loss for the family, our prayer's are for the great person he was. to allow the knowlegde he had was one of a kind. we hope the show's will cotinue in memory of steve irwin& his family! he was a courages man! that knew alot. god bless the family and friend's of steve irwins.....

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#17 - Tue Sep 5, 2006 9:30 PM EDT

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