Bindi Irwin Reflects on Childhood Grief and Lifelong Impact of Losing Her Father

The conservationist shares how her father's death shaped her perspective on grief, family, and resilience.

Bindi Irwin, who lost her father Steve Irwin at age 8, has opened up about the enduring impact of his death on her life and emotional well-being.
In a recent podcast interview, she described grief as a 'scar on the heart' and rejected the common phrase 'time heals all wounds,' saying it caused confusion and fear as a child.
Bindi revealed that she developed separation anxiety after her father's death, worrying intensely about losing her mother Terri and brother Robert when they were out of sight.
Terri Irwin, who became a single parent after Steve's death, was praised by Bindi for her strength and dedication in raising her children during such a challenging time.
Bindi, now a mother herself, finds comfort in honoring her father's legacy through her conservation work and cherishing memories of their time together.