It’s been almost 11 years since Crocodile Hunter and wildlife enthusiast, Steve Irwin, passed away.
Since then, his daughter Bindi has made it her life’s mission to follow in her father’s footsteps and lead a lasting legacy, exemplary of the Crocodile Hunter himself.
Bindi Irwin
Through the years, Bindi has captured the hearts of people down under, as well as those here in America, with her passion for the outdoors, her love for animals and her charming personality.
She’s also captured the love of professional wakeboarder, Chandler Powell.
Bindi Irwin
The two have been dating for more than three years after Chandler took a trip to the Irwin family’s zoo.
Since 2013, the couple has shared photos and stories, giving the public a glimpse of their sweet romance and earning themselves the label of #RelationshipGoals.
Of course, people couldn’t possibly just let the 19-year-old and her man have their peace, as rumors recently started flying about an alleged “love triangle” that has jeopardized the couple’s relationship.
Women’s Day magazine claimed that Bindi suddenly has feelings for 27-year-old Luke Reavley—a long-time friend and employee of the Irwin family.
An “anonymous source” reported that Chandler had become increasingly concerned by Bindi’s relationship with Luke:
“The trouble is Chandler has noticed that Bindi seems to be spending a lot more time with Luke lately and he’s worried sick she might be falling for him.”
A spokesperson for the Irwin family was quick to debunk those rumors, saying the concern is “not true at all.” They told the Daily Mail:
“Luke is Terri’s Executive Assistant and has worked with the family for years. Although Bindi and Chandler are not married, they are firmly an item.
Bindi Irwin
If Woman’s Day thinks that makes a triangle, I suggest they go back to school to study their geometry.”
And if the family spokesperson’s salty slam wasn’t enough to hush those rumors, Chandler’s TWO birthday posts to his number one girl surely will do the trick.
The wakeboarder took to Instagram on Sunday—the day before his leading lady’s 19th birthday—to shower her in some loving celebratory praise:
Chandler Powell
“Happy Birthday for tomorrow to the kindest, strongest, most beautiful soul I have ever met. We have been together for years now and loving you will always be the greatest blessing. Every day I aspire to be more like you in the way you work tirelessly for what you believe in and the people you love most, all while carrying the most gorgeous smile.”
Chandler then looked to the future with his favorite conservationist, and the adventures that lie ahead:
“After all the adventures we have experienced together, I can only imagine what the years to come will hold. You make me smile bigger than I ever knew was possible and give me the most amazing memories that I will carry with me forever. I love you. Happy birthday sweetheart”
He didn’t stop there! On Monday, to celebrate the 19-year-old’s big day, Chandler posted yet another heartfelt message, calling Bindi “perfection,” and it has the rest of us swooning all over again:
Chandler Powell
“You see her dancing on the TV, hand feeding crocodiles, running a zoo and fighting for conservation all while spreading more love, light and happiness than anyone else. After all she works tirelessly for and dedicates herself to, all she asks for in return is a good book, a warm cup of tea and lots of hugs. If that isn’t perfection I don’t know what is. Happy birthday.”
I think it’s safe to say that a love triangle isn’t even remotely in question.
