Steve Irwin’s family launch YouTube channel with ‘never before seen footage’ of late TV star

Steve Irwin’s family have launched their YouTube channel on what would have been his 59th birthday.

His son Robert, 17, shared the announcement on his Instagram page on February 22, revealing it would include never before seen footage of the late TV star.

Robert said: ‘I am so excited to announce the launch of our new YouTube channel! This has been a long time coming and we thought that today, on Dad’s birthday would be the perfect time to reveal this exciting new chapter.

‘From never before seen footage of our dad, to the most behind the scenes look into our family adventures ever, and also exclusive content showcasing our conservation work. You’ll be able to join our family like never before!’

Alongside it was a video of Robert, his sister Bindi, who is expecting her first child, her husband Chandler and his mum Terri.

Speaking from Australia Zoo, Terri said: ‘We’re incredibly proud to share the news that we’re officially launching our YouTube channel.

‘Sharing behind-the-scenes adventures, home movies and special crocodile hunter footage, we’ll take you with us on our conservation missions, introduce you to our wildlife family at Australia Zoo and showcase our Wildlife Warrior work.’

Bindi, 23, and Chandler are expecting a baby girl, and shared an update on their bundle of joy in October last year.

‘Every time we get an ultrasound she’s incredibly energetic and always moving around’ the mum-to-be said.

‘She’s now about the same size as a mountain pygmy-possum. Too cute!’

Steve died in 2006 when Bindi was just eight years old. He was pierced in the chest by a stingray barb while filming in the Great Barrier Reef.

Got a story?

If you’ve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we’d love to hear from you.

MORE : Alan Carr defended amid abuse as he fills in for Zoe Ball on Radio 2 Breakfast

MORE : Channel 4 forced to edit Shaun Ryder’s stand-up routine after he swears 121 times in 10 minutes