History of Terri Irwin in Timeline
Terri Irwin is a prominent American-Australian conservationist, naturalist, and television personality best known as the owner and chairwoman of Australia Zoo. Following the death of her husband, Steve Irwin, she took on the responsibility of managing the zoo and continuing their conservation efforts. She has actively promoted wildlife conservation and education through various initiatives, including television programs and documentaries. Terri has played a significant role in preserving Steve's legacy and advancing their shared vision for protecting animals and their habitats. She remains a dedicated advocate for wildlife and environmental protection.
1921: Clarence Alonzo Raines' birth
In 1921, Clarence Alonzo Raines, Terri Irwin's father, was born.
1926: Julia May "Judy" Raines' birth
In 1926, Julia May "Judy" Raines, Terri Irwin's mother, was born.
July 20, 1964: Terri Irwin's Birth
On July 20, 1964, Terri Elizabeth Raines, later known as Terri Irwin, was born in the United States.
1986: Founding of Cougar Country
In 1986, Terri Raines started her own wildlife rehabilitation facility called Cougar Country, where she rehabilitated and released predator mammals.
1989: Veterinary Technician Role
In 1989, Terri Raines worked as a veterinary technician at an emergency veterinary hospital to expand her knowledge of animal welfare.
1991: Meeting Steve Irwin
In 1991, Terri met her future husband, Steve Irwin, while touring wildlife rehabilitation facilities in Australia; she described it as 'love at first sight'.
June 4, 1992: Marriage to Steve Irwin
On June 4, 1992, Terri Raines and Steve Irwin were married at the First United Methodist Church of Eugene.
1992: The Crocodile Hunter Debut in Australia
In 1992, "The Crocodile Hunter" debuted in Australia and the footage of Terri and Steve Irwin's honeymoon trapping crocodiles became the first episode.
1996: Debut of The Crocodile Hunter
In 1996, Terri and Steve Irwin achieved international recognition through their nature television series "The Crocodile Hunter".
July 24, 1998: Birth of Bindi Sue Irwin
On July 24, 1998, Terri and Steve Irwin's daughter, Bindi Sue Irwin, was born.
1999: Debut of Croc Files
In 1999, Terri and Steve Irwin started the TV series "Croc Files", a spin-off of The Crocodile Hunter.
2001: End of Croc Files
In 2001, the TV series "Croc Files", a spin-off of The Crocodile Hunter, came to an end.
2002: Founding of Wildlife Warriors
In 2002, Terri and Steve Irwin founded Wildlife Warriors, a non-profit organization dedicated to funding international conservation efforts.
2002: Debut of The Crocodile Hunter Diaries
In 2002, Terri and Steve Irwin started the TV series "The Crocodile Hunter Diaries", a spin-off of The Crocodile Hunter.
2002: Release of The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course
In 2002, Terri and Steve Irwin worked on the adventure comedy feature film "The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course".
December 1, 2003: Birth of Robert Clarence Irwin
On December 1, 2003, Terri and Steve Irwin's son, Robert Clarence Irwin, was born.
2004: The Crocodile Hunter series end
In 2004, The Crocodile Hunter series that started in 1996, came to an end.
March 15, 2006: Appointment as Honorary Member of the Order of Australia
On March 15, 2006, Terri Irwin was appointed an honorary Member of the Order of Australia for her contributions to wildlife conservation and the tourism industry.
September 4, 2006: Death of Steve Irwin
On the morning of September 4, 2006, Steve Irwin died after being pierced in the chest by a stingray barb while filming an underwater documentary at Batt Reef, near Port Douglas, Queensland.
September 30, 2006: Public Memorial Service for Steve Irwin
On September 30, 2006, a public memorial service was held for Steve Irwin at Australia Zoo's Crocoseum and was broadcast live on television.
October 31, 2006: Presentation at British National Television Awards
On October 31, 2006, Terri Irwin presented a Special Recognition Award to Sir David Attenborough at the British National Television Awards, citing him as an inspiration to her late husband Steve Irwin.
December 2006: Authorities Handed Over Video of Steve's Death
In late December 2006, authorities handed the original video of Steve Irwin's death to Terri Irwin and destroyed all copies to prevent it from being made public.
2006: End of The Crocodile Hunter Diaries
In 2006, Terri and Steve Irwin's television series, "The Crocodile Hunter Diaries", ended.
November 2007: Publication of "My Steve"
In November 2007, Terri Irwin published her memoir, "My Steve", through Simon & Schuster Australia.
2007: Telstra Business Women's Award
In 2007, Terri Irwin won the Queensland Telstra Business Women's Award.
2008: Death of Clarence Alonzo Raines
In 2008, Clarence Alonzo Raines, Terri Irwin's father, passed away.
November 15, 2009: Naturalization as Australian Citizen
On November 15, 2009, Terri Irwin became a naturalized citizen of Australia, coinciding with Steve Irwin Day celebrations at Australia Zoo's Crocoseum.
2014: Death of Julia May "Judy" Raines
In 2014, Julia May "Judy" Raines, Terri Irwin's mother, passed away.
2015: Finalist for Queensland Australian of the Year
In 2015, Terri Irwin was named a finalist for the Queensland Australian of the Year award.
October 2018: Starring in Crikey! It's the Irwins
In October 2018, Terri Irwin started starring in the reality television series "Crikey! It's the Irwins" alongside her children.
2019: $8 Million Wildlife Camping Project Announcement
In 2019, Terri Irwin announced an $8 million wildlife camping project expected to attract 39,000 visitors annually.
March 25, 2021: Terri becomes a grandmother
On March 25, 2021, Terri became a grandmother when Bindi Irwin gave birth to a daughter, Grace Warrior Irwin Powell.
February 2022: End of Crikey! It's the Irwins
In February 2022, Terri Irwin ended starring in the reality television series "Crikey! It's the Irwins" alongside her children.
2023: Inducted into the Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame
In 2023, Terri Irwin was inducted into the Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame for her outstanding business leadership and contributions to wildlife and habitat conservation.
2023: Opening of The Crocodile Hunter Lodge
In 2023, The Crocodile Hunter Lodge, a luxury hotel on the grounds of Australia Zoo, opened.
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