2 h. ago David Attenborough scrapped documentary on humans for one very cheeky reason

Beloved wildlife expert David Attenborough has covered every animal imaginable during his decades on screens – but he has refused to ever bring the camera closer to home

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4 h. ago Sir David Attenborough fans baffled after realising surprising fact about the broadcaster's official name

The nature broadcaster, who turned 99 on Thursday, has achieved a lot in his lifetime, studying Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge before joining the BBC in 1952.

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5 h. ago Sir David Attenborough's fears over 'becoming helpless' in serious health battle

Sir David Attenborough, who celebrates his 99th birthday today, previously revealed his fears at getting Alzheimer's and how it would affect his day-to-day

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6 h. ago Lorraine Kelly and Price William lead stars celebrating David Attenborough as he turns 99

David Attenborough is being celebrated by fans, including some celebrities, for his 99th birthday today, with tributes having been paid following the launch of his new film Ocean

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7 h. ago David Attenborough's health and 'end is near' fears as he celebrates 99th birthday

Sir David Attenborough, who recently reflected on his life in a new documentary about the ocean, is celebrating his 99th birthday

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8 h. ago Nine fascinating David Attenborough facts including the one creature he 'dislikes' as star turns 99

David Attenborough turns 99-years-old today and we're celebrating his milestone birthday with nine fascinating facts about the iconic BBC broadcaster that you probably don't know.

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9 h. ago Television icon eyes up David Attenborough collab after 'spotting him in his bush'

EXCLUSIVE: A television legend has returned to screens and given the lowdown on some of his favourite ever celebs to work with - with David Attenborough being listed as one of them

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9 h. ago David Attenborough’s 'hope and optimism' hailed by Prince William as broadcasting legend celebrates 99th birthday

Sir David Attenborough has been on our TV screens for more than seven decades presenting programmes such as Planet Earth and The Blue Planet

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10 h. ago Five of the best David Attenborough shows to watch: from Frozen Planet to Dynasties

To celebrate the veteran broadcaster’s 99th birthday, here’s our pick of his best shows

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10 h. ago Who are David Attenborough's wife and children and what do they do?

David Attenborough is a household name across the UK and around the world for his nature documentaries and activism work, but less is known about his family.

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11 h. ago Best of Sir David Attenborough: 29 Epic quotes starting with his feelings for Scotland

At 99 years of age, Attenborough has explored all of Earth’s continents and inspired people worldwide with their natural beauty.

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11 h. ago Prince William sends special message to Sir Attenborough to mark incredible day

A new picture has been shared of Prince William meeting Sir David Attenborough at a screening of his new film to mark his 99th birthday today, alongside a personal message from the Prince of Wales

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11 h. ago William praises Attenborough’s dedication as he wishes him happy 99th birthday

Sir David Attenborough has been on our TV screens for more than seven decades presenting programmes such as Planet Earth and The Blue Planet.

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12 h. ago William shares personal message for David Attenborough to mark his 99th birthday

In addition to sharing his birthday wishes, Prince William told his X followers how the naturalist has offered him a 'sense of hope and optimism' in protecting the planet.

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13 h. ago David Attenborough pinpoints part of Earth that will ‘save world’ as he nears ‘end of life’

‘After a lifetime of filming our planet, I’m sure nothing is more important,’ nature presenter said

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13 h. ago Inside David Attenborough's idyllic home and 'favourite place on earth' where the 'end is near'

Sir David Attenborough has been to many beautiful parts of the world but he said his most favourite place is his suburban home nestled in Richmond, Surrey. We've taken a look inside...

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14 h. ago David Attenborough leaves directors in in tears over 'biggest message' he's ever told ahead of his birthday

As David Attenborough releases his feature- length film Oceans, the broadcaster left the producers as well as himself in tears with his most important message yet

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18 h. ago Sir David Attenborough’s ‘global legacy’ celebrated as broadcaster turns 99

The naturalist has been on our screens for more than seven decades, presenting TV programmes including Planet Earth and Blue Planet.

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20 h. ago The woman who's quietly been Sir David Attenborough's rock for three decades: How presenter's daughter Susan has filled the void left by her late mother

Since the death of his wife in 1997, the naturalist, who celebrates his 99th birthday this week with the release of a new film, has relied on his daughter Susan to be by his side at public occasions.

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23 h. ago David Attenborough's rallying cry on 99th birthday after saying 'the end is near'

Sir David Attenborough is campaigning on his 99th birthday to urgently call for change in overfishing of the oceans

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