Robert Irwin’s powerful words about his father, Steve Irwin will leave you teary-eyed.

Robert Irwin took a brief pause from his Dancing With the Stars updates to share a heartfelt reflection about his father, Steve Irwin.

Following the death of The Crocodile Hunter star in 2006, the 21-year-old and his sister Bindi Irwin along with their mother Terri Irwin carried on the legacy and passion their late father left behind.

In his latest Instagram post, the wildlife photographer shared a touching and deeply emotional message for his father with a promise to continue his mission to protect wildlife and inspire future generations.

“To continue this legacy is the honour of my life. If I can make my dad proud, I’ve done my job. Behind everything I do is a conservation mission that my dad started,” he wrote.

The post was accompanied by a throwback video of the legendary conservationist and TV host becoming emotional as he talked about his family and his love for wildlife.

“If there’s anything in this world that would wanna make me give away what I’m doing now? Yes, there is,” he said, adding, “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. I guarantee you it’ll be the proudest moment of my life and my job will be done.

Moreover, he added that if this happens, he’ll know he has achieved his ultimate goal.

True enough, Steve Irwin’s mission lives on as both of his children followed in his footsteps and have been working together to continue the legacy of Australia Zoo, owned by the Irwin family.

On the other hand, his post became a touching moment that resonated deeply on social media.

“Your dad has been so proud of you since the day you were born. You are his legacy,” one wrote.

“You’ve done everyone proud, Robert. There is no greater man,” a second user noted.

Meanwhile, the tribute moved many to tears as it echoed the deep bond and promise he made to his late father.

“Jesus Christ, Robert! Can you give us one day to not cry?!?!?” a commenter added.

“Crying for real. Wow. Absolutely tender and precious. An amazing man! You are carrying it on Robert!” another echoed.

Steve Irwin tragically passed away in September 2006 while filming an underwater documentary, Ocean’s Deadliest, in the Great Barrier Reef.
Unfortunately, he was fatally injured when a stingray’s barb pierced his chest, causing severe trauma to his heart. He was 44 years old at the time of his death.