Bindi Irwin Returns To Social Media Following Family Fallout, Hides Torso Amid Rumors She's Pregnant With Baby No. 2
July 24 2021, Published 12:43 p.m. ET
Bindi Irwin returned to social media just in time to celebrate her 23rd birthday.
The daughter of late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin had taken a break from Instagram and Facebook following damning allegations she made against her paternal grandfather, Bob Irwin. It was then reported that the young mother's hiatus might also be linked to a rumored secret second pregnancy.
The Animal Planet star and animal conservationist took to Instagram Saturday morning to thank her family, friends and fans for all the birthday love.
She shared two photos: a closeup of her holding her 4-month-old daughter, Grace Warrior Powell, in front of her, and a shot of her sitting behind a table while surrounded by family, flowers and a gorgeous cake.
"My first birthday as a mama has been the most beautiful gift," she captioned the post. "Our sweet Grace Warrior's face says it all. Today I celebrated by feeding Monty the crocodile and hugging my gorgeous girl (not at the same time!). Thank you for the lovely birthday messages and kind support, it means the world to me."
The ability to comment on her post was disabled.
Bindi's husband, 24-year-old Chandler Powell, celebrated his leading lady with a tribute posted Friday – the day of her actual birthday.
Sharing a sweet image of himself holding a sea turtle while his spouse held a smiling Grace in front of her, the former professional wakeboarder from Florida wrote, "Happy birthday to the most amazing woman I know. Wife, mother, and Wildlife Warrior. My favorite thing about you is your kind heart. You dedicate each day to bringing happiness and love to everyone around you. Today it's our turn to celebrate how incredible you are. I love you."
Irwin replied, "Thank you so much sweetheart. I love you and Grace more than words could ever describe."
Bindi's brother, Robert Irwin, also got in on the love. He posted a closeup selfie featuring him, Chandler, Bindi and Grace in her usual spot – right in front of her mama.
"Happy birthday @bindisueirwin," the 17-year-old fellow conservationist captioned the picture. "You've always been the best sister, and now it's so cool to see you as such a wonderful mum to little Grace! I'm so proud of you! (Ps. You and Chandler are raising an absolute fashion icon)."