Bindi Irwin Praises Mom Terri for Her Hard Work After Steve Irwin’s Death: ‘The Reason We Are All Here Today’
It’s difficult to fully appreciate all your parents do for you until you have a child of your own. Then, the sacrifices, patience, and love finally become clear. Bindi Irwin is recognizing all that her mom Terri Irwin has done for her and her brother Robert Irwin since their dad (and Terri’s husband) Steve Irwin tragically died in 2006 — and it is so incredibly sweet. Spoiler alert: you’re gonna cry.
Khaki Crew
The Australia Zoo conservationist shared a new selfie of her “Khaki Crew,” aka, herself, her mom, her brother, and her husband Chandler Powell. The four of them are wearing their khaki uniforms that the Crocodile Hunter made famous, as they smile for the photo on Instagram. Her daughter Grace Warrior, who turns 3 this month, wasn’t pictured. “What you can’t see in this selfie is Grace running laps in front of us because she was so joyful after seeing a koala ❤️” Bindi explained in her caption.
Bindi wrote a special note to each of her family members. “I could spend a lifetime counting all the ways they are special to me,” she explained.
Praising Her Mom
The 25-year-old saved her mom for last, writing, “Mum — The reason we are all here today, standing up for wildlife conservation and continuing Dad’s legacy, it’s because of you.”
“I am in awe of your hard work, love and dedication,” Bindi continued. “Watching you create enormous positive change for the planet through Australia Zoo, Wildlife Warriors, and The Crocodile Hunter Lodge – it is phenomenal.” The Crikey! It’s the Irwins star has a newfound appreciation for Terri now that she’s a mom, too. “As a wife and mother now myself, I can only begin to imagine the heartache and the difficulty you faced after Dad passed away,” Bindi continued. “The fact that you keep his legacy going flawlessly AND have been there for me and Robert every moment — that is astounding.”
“You give 100% of yourself to everything you do,” Bindi added. “I can’t believe that I get to be your daughter. It is an honour.” What a beautiful tribute! Moms often get lost in the shuffle (especially when their husbands are so famous), but Bindi made sure to notice and appreciate every little thing her mom has done for her, and we can’t help but crying. Their love is outstanding.
Bindi also shared kind words to her “incredible human being” brother, who is five years younger. And she gushed about her “sunshine” husband. “Raising our beautiful Grace together is something I cherish with my heart and soul,” she said. “This life we are building is more beautiful than I could have ever imagined.”
At the end, Bindi summed it up: “My beautiful family — I love you with all my heart. For all my days. ❤️”
Robert commented, “Love you Bindi!!!” Powell wrote, “Your kind words mean so much. I love you❤”
“It’s physically impossible to see this post and not cry. Your family’s love is so pure. ❤️,” one person wrote. “Bindi, what a beautiful, heartfelt tribute to your lovely family. Your words are so eloquent. ????” another person commented.
“You are a beautiful family. I’m certain your dad is beaming down with pride. ????” someone else wrote.
Chandler’s Tribute
Powell wrote a sweet message to his wife on his Instagram. “Every day I admire your passion, strength, and especially your kind heart,” he said. “Whether it’s our family, friends, strangers, or khaki crew, you are always looking out for others. I love you with everything I have. You have achieved so much in your life already and I can’t wait to see what lies ahead for you. I’m grateful to stand by your side through it all❤️ #InternationalWomensDay”
“Sweetheart ❤️ Thank you for encouraging me daily. Grace and I are both so lucky to have your love and support in our lives,” she replied.
Terri’s Sweet Words
There is plenty of love to go around. Last week, Terri praised her daughter and all her wonderful accomplishments on Instagram. “I have such great admiration for @bindisueirwin,” Terri wrote. “She became the youngest performer ever to win a Daytime Emmy Award at the age of nine, won Dancing With the Stars in the U.S. at 17 even though she had never danced before, has appeared in movies, written books, and is currently the CEO @australiazoo.”
“She is a wonderful mother, and the best, most supportive daughter,” Terri continued. “I am so very proud to be her mum. I love my beautiful Bindi. She is the most amazing woman I know. #InternationalWomensDay”
Before you go, check out all the ways Bindi Irwin’s daughter Grace is following in her mama’s footsteps.