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Bindi Irwin: A life in the spotlight

Bindi, aged 8, reads a tribute to her father Steve Irwin, at his memorial service in September 2006. She appears in front of a live audience of 5000 and a global TV audience of over 300 million viewers and is instantly thrust into the international spotlight.

Bindi with her mother, Terri, and younger brother Bob at the memorial service for Steve Irwin shortly after he was killed by a Stingray in 2006.

Bindi performs on stage during a performance with The Crocmen at Australia Zoo in 2008. Her hip-hop album, Trouble in the jungle, was released in 2007.

The young star heads down the catwalk at the launch of her eco-friendly clothing line at Myer in early 2008.

The Bindi-doll is released at the American Toy Fair in 2008, with all proceeds going to wildlife conservation funds.

Bindi becomes the youngest person to receive a Daytime Emmy Award as Outstanding Performer in a Children’s Series in 2008.

Bindi celebrates her birthday at Australia Zoo, with a cake decorated with an image of her family, including her late dad.

Bindi attends the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards like an old pro. Has brand Bindi gone too far? Get involved in the discussion!

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