rewrite this content and keep HTML tags Robert Irwin has well and truly stepped into his late father shoes as a conservationist as he continues the legacy of Australia Zoo.Steve, who was tragically killed by a stingray in 2006, was known for his dare-devil crocodile shows.Now, Robert has taken on that duty in front of hundreds of fans every day.Stream the world’s best reality, entertainment and true crime shows for free on 7Bravo on 7plus >>WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Robert Irwin shares emotional video for Father’s Day.But while Irwin looks completely calm feeding the large reptiles, it may surprise some fans that he admits it is “scary every single time”.In a new interview, Irwin has spoken about being born into the Irwin family, known for sharing their love and passion for animals.“It’s weird, even though I’ve literally been born into it — that Royal Family effect — it still doesn’t make sense,” he told GQ Australia of the attention that comes with itBindi, Terri and Robert Irwin. Credit: Instagram / australiazoo“I don’t understand why paparazzi follow me into the grocery store and report on what I buy. Like, who cares?”The 20-year-old was just three years old when his father died, and he was raised by his mother, Terri Irwin, alongside his older sister Bindi Irwin.Detail in Robert Irwin’s ‘wild’ throwback photo leaves fans in stitches“When you lose someone like that and it’s such a public thing – you’re three years old, you’re growing up without a father – it’s incredibly difficult. It is indescribably difficult,” said Robert.“But on the other side of that, now, when people come up to me and share a story of when they met Dad, tell me how much his documentary meant to them, I almost feel like I get a little piece of him back.”Steve, left, and Robert Irwin after being bitten by the same type of snake. Credit: Robert Irwin /Instagram“He’s not around anymore to push his message – now it’s my job.”But while he appears calm, Irwin has given a rare insight into the reality of stepping into the enclosure with the animal.Robert Irwin feeds a crocodile. Credit: robertirwinphotography/Instagram“Mate, it is scary every single time,” he admitted to the interviewer.“It’s that adrenaline rush that you get and for me that closeness to my Dad, to my family legacy — I really feel it.”In September, Irwin reached an incredible 20 million views with a video of his dad.The video, which can be seen above, showcased Robert’s talent for feeding crocodiles, something he inherited from his dad.Robert Irwin shared a throwback video of dad Steve Irwin. Credit: Robert IrwinThe footage featured an interview of Steve talking about how proud he would be when his children were ready to take over his mission of wildlife conservation.In the unearthed interview, Steve pondered if there was “anything in this world that would want to make me give away what I’m doing now?”“Yes,” he firmly answers his own question.Throwback videos of Steve Irwin with kids Bindi and Robert. Credit: Robert Irwin“Yes, there is. When my children can take the football that I call wildlife conservation and run it up.”“When they’re ready to run up our mission, I will gladly step aside and I guarantee you it’ll be the proudest moment of my life and my job will be done.”Through tears, Steve continued, “Then and only then will I know that I have achieved my ultimate goal: To be able to stand aside and let them run up my mission.”Steve Irwin besides son Robert Irwin. Credit: Robert IrwinThe video also featured old footage showing Steve with a younger Bindi and Robert.There was one haunting scene showing Steve and a crocodile – and another showing Robert, now grown up, in the exact same spot at Australia Zoo’s Crocoseum.Robert captioned the video: “Continuing Dad’s mission will forever be my greatest honour ❤️.”For more engaging celebrity content, visit 7Life on Facebook.Robert Irwin’s girlfriend stuns fans with new post: ‘So proud of you’Robert Irwin’s message to William after ‘unforgettable’ night with royal and RorieIf you’d like to view this content, please adjust your Cookie Settings.To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide.
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