He was my childhood hero. When I first heard that he died, I literally burst out crying. I was 6. I had always been interested in animals, but he was one of the people who really made me want to work with animals. I wanted to be just like him when I grew up, and I still do.
Whatever work I will go into when I'm older, either it be conservation, a vet, a zookeeper or some sort of scientist working with animals, it would be always be dedicated to him.
Rest In Peace, Steve.