Crocodile Dundee star dies aged 90 as loved ones mark 'the end of an incredible era'
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The legendary crocodile that starred in the hit film Crocodile Dundee has passed away. Burt, the massive 5.1-metre croc who featured in the 1986 movie, died "peacefully" in captivity in Darwin, aged "over 90 years old". Crocosaurus Cove, the crocodile park and aquarium where Burt had been living since 2008, shared the news of his passing.
Burt, who shot to fame as one of the world's most recognised reptiles due to the international success of Crocodile Dundee - still the top-earning Australian film ever - has an inspiring backstory. The Crocosaurus Cove shared details about how Burt was caught in the early 1980s, prior to his blockbuster appearance with Hogan.
The team at the Cove delivered an emotional homage to Burt on Monday (December 23), saying: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Burt, the iconic Saltwater crocodile and star of the Australian classic Crocodile Dundee. Burt passed away peacefully over the weekend, estimated to be over 90 years old, marking the end of an incredible era.".
"Burt's life story is one of strength, resilience, and a personality as bold as the Top End itself. Captured in the 1980s in the Reynolds River, Burt became one of the most recognised crocodiles in the world, appearing in Crocodile Dundee and helping to shape Australia's image as a land of rugged natural beauty and awe-inspiring wildlife.".
They added: "In 2008, Burt made his way to Crocosaurus Cove, where he became a fierce and fascinating ambassador for crocodile conservation. Known for his independent streak, Burt was a confirmed bachelor - a trait he demonstrated during his earlier years at a crocodile farm. His fiery temperament earned him the respect of his caretakers and visitors alike, as he embodied the raw and untamed spirit of the saltwater crocodile.".
