Robert Irwin Says ‘Happy Birthday Dad’ To Late Crocodile Hunter

Robert Irwin is the son of the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin.

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Steve passed away in 2006, but his birthday would have been on February 22.

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“Happy birthday Dad,” Robert began an Instagram tribute.

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“I love you and I miss you more every single day,” he continued.

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“My earliest memories are my fondest, thanks to you,” he added.

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He said he used to love taking morning trips around the zoo on his motorbike.

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He revealed that Steve would sometimes treat him and his sister Bindi to ice cream for breakfast.

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“Every minute spent with you was a blessing,” he added.

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Robert said he would ride that lap this afternoon in memory of his late father.

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