Quick Info
| Profession | Broadcaster, natural historian, conservationist, writer, producer, narrator |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 08/05/1926 |
| Age | 100 years |
| Birthplace | Isleworth, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about David Attenborough
08/05/2026
Sir David Attenborough marked his 100th birthday, with major tributes including a special concert, museum recognitions, and public celebrations in the UK and abroad. BBC coverage also highlighted new programming tied to the centenary and celebrated his long career in natural history broadcasting.
08/05/2026
BBC announced that Attenborough would narrate Blue Planet III, continuing his association with landmark natural history programming. The project was presented as a major upcoming series for BBC One, iPlayer, and BBC America.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Sir David Frederick Attenborough |
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| Honours | Knighted in 1985; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George (second knighthood, announced in the 2022 Birthday Honours) |
| Known For | Life collection of natural history series, Planet Earth franchise, The Blue Planet series |
Educational Qualification(s)
| University | Cambridge University |
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| Degree | Natural Sciences |
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Career
| Early Career | Host of Zoo Quest (1954); BBC producer; Controller of BBC 2 (1965) |
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| Notable Works |
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| Career Span | Over 70 years, spanning eight decades |
| Honours and Awards | Only person to have won BAFTA Awards in black and white, colour, high-definition, 3D and 4K; The Royal Society David Attenborough Award and Lecture is named in his honour (first awarded 2020) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Collected fossils and stones as a child | |
| 2. Served in the Royal Navy for 2 years after university | |
| 3. Filmed environmental specials from 83 different countries | |
| 4. Known for his recognizable soft voice in narrations | |
| 5. Pioneered colour television broadcasts in Europe as Controller of BBC 2 | |
| 6. Commissioned Match of the Day, Call My Bluff, and Monty Python’s Flying Circus | |
| 7. Received an honorary doctorate from the Open University in 1980 |
