Bindi Irwin Details Heartbreaking Family Fallout With Estranged Grandfather Bob Irwin, Father Of Late 'Crocodile Hunter' Star Steve Irwin
June 20 2021, Published 3:01 p.m. ET
Bindi Irwin has revealed heartbreaking details surrounding her family's strained relationship with her grandfather, Bob Irwin, father of late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin.
To celebrate Father's Day, the 22-year-old married mother of one took to social media to honor "the three most incredible fathers" in her life: her dad, Steve; her husband, Chandler Powell; and her father-in-law, Chris Powell.
Bob, 81, was not mentioned.
"These extraordinary men inspire me and I love them so very much," she wrote alongside three photos of the aforementioned guys, none of which showed her paternal grandpa.
"My dad taught me the importance of strength when standing up for what I believe in and to have empathy for all living beings," Bindi shared.
"My husband amazes me every day with his kind and steadfast heart, his love for our daughter is infinite," she added.
And finally, Irwin explained, "My father-in-law works tirelessly for his family and is always there with a word of encouragement."
As for Bob, Bindi claims he has "shown no interest in spending time" with her or my family, despite what he says publicly.
It was in a lengthy response to a fan that the oldest child of the late Animal Planet star made the shocking claims.
"He has returned gifts I've sent him after he opened them, he has ignored my correspondence and from the time I was a little girl he has ignored me, preferring to spend time doing anything else rather than being with me," Bindi said, adding, "He has never said a single kind word to me personally."