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David Attenborough Reflects on Mortality and Ocean Conservation in Final Documentary

Ahead of his 99th birthday, Attenborough unveils 'Ocean with David Attenborough,' emphasizing the ocean's critical role in planetary health and urging global action to protect marine ecosystems.

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Overview

  • Sir David Attenborough, approaching his 99th birthday, has acknowledged he is nearing the end of his life, marking a reflective moment in his seven-decade career.
  • 'Ocean with David Attenborough' will premiere globally in cinemas on May 8, 2025, coinciding with his birthday, before streaming on Disney+, National Geographic, and Hulu later this year.
  • The documentary explores humanity's evolving relationship with the ocean, highlighting both the environmental threats it faces and its capacity for recovery through marine reserves.
  • Attenborough describes the ocean as Earth's 'most important place,' emphasizing its role in stabilizing the planet and combating climate change.
  • He calls for the creation of protected marine reserves, where fishing is banned, as a key solution to restoring ocean ecosystems and ensuring planetary health.