Steve Irwin’s son Robert celebrated his 19th birthday last week with his stunning new girlfriend, Heath Ledger’s niece Rorie Buckey, by his side.
And it’s clear that Rorie, 18, has more to offer than good looks and a Hollywood connection.
Based in Perth, Western Australia, Rorie has an impressive academic track record.
Why Heath Ledger’s niece Rorie Buckey, 18, (right) is a perfect match for environmentalist Robert Irwin, 19, (left).
The blonde, who recently graduated from high school, is currently studying for a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy at the prestigious Curtin University in Perth.
Currently, admission to the four-year course requires students to have an ATAR of over 90, meaning Rorie would have scored over 90% of her peers during the HSC – quite an impressive achievement indeed.
Before university, Rorie and her twin sister, Scarlett, attended Penrhos College, an all-girls private school in Perth.
The blonde, who recently graduated from high school, is currently studying for a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy at the prestigious Curtin University in Perth. Rorie (left) is pictured with her identical twin sister, Scarlett
Interestingly, the sisters’ late uncle, Heath Ledger, was adopted during a private funeral at Penrhos College in 2008.
The sisters thrived academically during their time at the prestigious school and in 2021 both Rorie and Scarlett received special awards from the Western Australian Board of Education for classroom awards.
Photos on Rorie’s Facebook page also reveal that she is an outgoing and social student with many friends.
Currently, admission to the four-year course requires students to have an ATAR above 90, meaning Rorie (pictured with her identical twin sister, Scarlett) would have scored over 90% of her peers during the HSC – a truly impressive achievement
The sisters thrived academically during their time at the prestigious school and in 2021 both Rorie (pictured left, with a friend) and Scarlett received special awards from the Western Australian Board of Education for classroom awards
Photos on Rorie’s Facebook page also reveal that she is an outgoing and social student with many friends
Some images appear to show Rorie and her sister getting dressed to attend their 12th year of high school.
Given her impressive track record, Robert’s famously caring mother, Terri, will no doubt be pleased with her son’s choice of girlfriend.
In 2018, Terri told Access Live that her only son, who was 14 at the time, was already receiving attention from the opposite sex.
Robert celebrated his 19th birthday last week with his stunning new girlfriend, Rorie
Given her impressive track record, Robert’s famously caring mum Terri (left) will no doubt be pleased with her son’s choice of girlfriend
“Yeah, well, they’re only human,” she laughed during the live interview.
“I love watching him grow up and develop a passion for photography. There are also many young girls who love photography,” she reflected.
“I’ll say, ‘She’s kinda cute.’ And he’ll say, ‘Yes, she has a Canon Eos Mark 1 with an f2.8 dealymabobber and an amazing ISO.’ And I said, ‘Wow, good for her,’ she laughed.
In 2018, Terri told Access Live that her only son, who was 14 at the time, was already receiving attention from the opposite sex
Robert was seen snuggling up to Rorie on a romantic date on the beach in Queensland on November 18 – and sparks flew.
After grabbing burgers and fries at a local Grill’d restaurant, the two eventually found a grassy path and sat down, prompting Robert to wrap his arms around the blonde and hug her tightly.
Rorie is the sister of daughters Heath Ledger, Kate, who owns a design and media production company, and Nathan Buckey, a flooring shop owner.
Rorie is the sister of daughters Heath Ledger, Kate, who owns a design and media production company, and Nathan Buckey, a flooring shop owner. Heath (pictured) was at the height of his Hollywood career when he was found dead in January 2008 after an accidental prescription drug overdose
Kate (centre) has since vowed to keep the Dark Knight star’s legacy alive by launching the Heath Ledger Scholarship for promising young Australian actors. Kate is pictured with Rorie and Scarlett in 2018
Meanwhile, Robert and Rorie have a lot in common – both grew up in the public eye after suffering the devastating loss of a family member.
Heath was at the peak of his Hollywood career when he was found dead in January 2008 from an accidental prescription drug overdose.
Kate has since vowed to keep the Dark Knight star’s legacy alive by launching the Heath Ledger Scholarship for promising young Australian actors.
Robert’s father Steve, known to the world as the “Crocodile Hunter,” died on September 4, 2006 at the age of 44 after being stung in the chest by a stingray. Robert is pictured with Steve in 2006
“Health is hugely important in my children’s lives,” she told Who magazine in 2018.
“Not a day goes by that we don’t tell stories or talk about him. He is very much alive in our house.’
Like Rorie, Robert is all too familiar with losses.
Steve is survived by his wife Terri (left), daughter Bindi (centre) and son Robert (right), who was just three years old when his father died
His father Steve, known to the world as the “Crocodile Hunter”, died on September 4, 2006 at the age of 44 after being stung in the chest by a stingray.
Steve is survived by his wife Terri, daughter Bindi and son Robert, who was just three years old when his father died.
Like Heath’s sister, Robert and the Irwin family have vowed to keep Steve’s memory alive through their conservation work at Australia Zoo.
“I’m all about carrying on my father’s legacy,” Robert said in a recent Instagram video promoting Steve Irwin Day, which takes place on November 15.
“He gave everything. He was always there for us kids. He was the ultimate wild animal warrior and is our biggest inspiration,” he said.
“I’m all about carrying on my father’s legacy,” Robert said in a recent Instagram video promoting Steve Irwin Day, which takes place on November 15