Steve Irwin Death: Terri Irwin Posts for 20th Anniversary

Robert, for his part, shared a photo of himself as a baby, looking at his father in awe while being cradled in his arms. Alongside the sweet memory, the conservationist—who was only 2 years old when his father died—emphasized in his Instagram tribute, “Your legacy is forever.”

Meanwhile, Bindi—who was 8 years old when she lost her father—detailed how his wildlife conservation efforts barely scratch the surface of what he left behind. 

“Where there is enormous grief, there is even greater love,” Bindi—mom to Grace Warrior, 5, with husband Chandler Powell—wrote in an Instagram post. “In the last 20 years, I have watched the world mourn my dad with our family. I always thought that my dad’s legacy is wildlife conservation; it turns out, his legacy is love. For our planet and for each other.”

Indeed, Bindi emphasized that her father has touched the hearts of many he did not even meet, including her own daughter. 

“My dad left a lasting impact so poignant that it will ripple out for generations to come,” she shared. “I believe with my whole heart that his love will live on forever.”

For a deeper look into the Irwin family, keep reading…