Terri Irwin's emotional birthday tribute to son Robert

Publish Date: Friday, 2 December 2016, 9:13AM

Terri Irwin has taken to Twitter to share a touching message with her son Robert Irwin as he celebrates his 13th birthday.

The mum-of-two wished Robert a happy birthday with a touching message saying her late husband Steve lives on in him.

She also posted a photo of Steve holding an infant Robert.

While my heart aches that Steve isn't here for Robert's 13th birthday, each day I'm more aware that Steve lives on thru his incredible son. pic.twitter.com/jykUoxiogS
— Terri Irwin (@TerriIrwin) December 1, 2016

Robert, who is a keen photographer, said he was excited to be celebrating his birthday, the start of his teen years.

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