Terri Irwin is a television personality, author, and naturalist best known as the wife of the late Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin. You may also recognize her from the ‘The Crocodile Hunter’ documentary series. She is also the owner of a Queensland-based Australian Zoo.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | Terri Irwin |
|---|---|
| Real Name/Full Name: | Terri Irwin AM |
| Gender: | Female |
| Age: | 58 years old |
| Birth Date: | 20 July 1964 |
| Birth Place: | Eugene, Oregon, United States |
| Nationality: | American, Australian |
| Height: | 1.62 m |
| Weight: | 54 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | In a relationship |
| Husband/Spouse (Name): | Steve Irwin (m. 1992–2006) |
| Children: | Yes (Bindi Sue Irwin, Robert Clarence Irwin) |
| Dating/Boyfriend (Name): | Yes ( Chandler Powell ) |
| Profession: | American and Australian naturalist, conservationist, author, and the owner of Australia Zoo in Beerwah, Queensland |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $70 million |
| Last Updated: | February 2024 |
Terri Irwin Biography
Terri Irwin was born on July 20, 1964, as Theresa Penelope “Terri” Raines to Judy Raines and Clarence Raines. She also has two older sisters, Joy and Mandy Irwin. She was born and raised in Oregon, USA.
Her father once saved an injured animal as a child, which fueled her love of animals. This inspired her to rehabilitate wild animals, and as she grew older, she began handling over 300 animals per year.
Terri Irwin Age, Height, & Weight
Terri Irwin was born on July 20, 1964, and is 58 years old as of 2024. Her height is 1.62 meters, and her weight is 54 kilograms.
Career
Terri Irwin began her career by appearing in the nature documentary television series ‘The Crocodile Hunter.’ She has also appeared in the shows Croc Files’ and ‘The Crocodile Hunter Diaries.’
Terri Irwin and her husband Steve Irwin had a popular TV show called ‘Animal Planet,’ and they recorded 300 episodes of all of the above shows. 500 million people saw these TV shows in over 142 countries.
Terri Irwin has also written books such as “Steve and Me (My Steve),” “Crocs and Gators,” “Remembering Steve,” “The Crocodile Hunter: The Birthday Present Was a Python and Other Adventures,” and “The Crocodile Hunter.”
Terri Irwin Achievements and Awards
Terri Irwin was named a Member of the Order of Australia in 2006 for her contributions to wildlife conservation and influence on the tourism industry. She received the Queensland Telstra Business Women’s Award in 2007. Terri Irwin was nominated for the Australian of the Year Award in 2014. She also worked as a conservationist and received a doctorate from the University of Queensland for her high-quality research.
Terri Irwin’s Net Worth In 2024
Terri Irwin’s net worth is estimated to be $70 million as of February 2024. She made a fortune co-producing Crocodile documentaries with her husband. She currently manages and owns an Australian Zoo, contributing to her financial stability. She also receives royalties from her shows and documentaries filmed at their Australia Zoo.
Terri Irwin is a well-known naturalist who has dedicated her entire life to protecting wildlife. She is a single mother who has made it her mission to preserve her husband’s legacy and the Australia Zoo. She is still active in wildlife conservation and has changed people’s perceptions of animals worldwide. Unlike most people who only talk about change, Terri has taken significant steps to create the safe environment she desires for animals.
Terri Irwin Husband, Marriage
Terri and her husband, Steve Irwin, married in 1992. The couple has two children, Bindi Sue Irwin and Robert Clarence Irwin. Steve died unexpectedly in 2006 due to a Stingray injury to his heart.
She moved to Australia after marrying Steve and obtained Australian citizenship in 2009. Her husband’s death had devastated her. However, she found solace in animals and their family Zoo, which her husband owned.
She hasn’t appeared in any other shows since Steve’s death, but she has helped make Australia Zoo better and more extensive than most zoos worldwide. She also supports the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. Her two children have both become television personalities.
