Here, MailOnline looks at the life of the beloved wildlife presenter, from a shocking career change to relocating to Cape Town, ahead of Springwatch s return on Monday 27 May.
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Jonnie Irwin s wife Jessica has spoken out for the first time since her husband s death, tearfully opening up about his final moments and his heartbreaking last words to her.