At a joint appearance with her son Robert at VMX 2024 in Orlando, Terri Irwin joked that she had a tattoo reading “Steve was here” and could not show it to the audience. The suggestive punchline prompted laughter—and, according to news reports, left Robert visibly embarrassed.
What did Terri Irwin say about her tattoo?
During a discussion prompted by an audience member who said they had a tattoo of Steve Irwin, Terri reportedly remarked that she was impressed by the audience’s tattoos. She then said: “I have a tattoo that says ‘Steve was here’. I don’t think I can show it to you.”
The line was a cheeky, suggestive joke about her late husband, Steve Irwin. The wording was reported by 7NEWS and PerthNow; no official transcript or primary recording is established by those reports.
Why was Robert Irwin embarrassed?
The joke’s double meaning made the moment awkward for Robert, who was sharing the stage with his mother. The outlets described him turning away or covering his face as the audience laughed; 7NEWS additionally reported that he later dropped to his knees. These were presented as comic reactions to the audience moment, not as evidence of a family dispute.
#1 Best Overall
Where did the exchange happen?
Terri and Robert appeared together at VMX 2024, a veterinary conference in Orlando, Florida. Both outlets published their accounts on January 17, 2024.
Quick Recap
Rank #4
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.
