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David Attenborough Reflects on Mortality Ahead of Ocean Documentary Premiere

The 98-year-old broadcaster highlights the ocean's critical role in Earth's future as his latest film debuts on May 8, coinciding with his 99th birthday.

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Overview

  • Sir David Attenborough has openly acknowledged nearing the end of his life as he approaches his 99th birthday on May 9, 2025.
  • His new documentary, 'Ocean with David Attenborough,' will premiere globally in cinemas on May 8 and stream later this year on Disney+, National Geographic, and Hulu.
  • The film combines decades of footage, including scenes from his first scuba dive in 1957, to explore the ocean's vital role in Earth's ecosystem.
  • Attenborough warns of the ocean's deteriorating health but expresses hope that marine environments can recover if urgent conservation measures are taken.
  • The documentary examines destructive practices like industrial bottom trawling and emphasizes the need for global marine protection to restore ocean health.