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David Attenborough, 'the voice for nature,' turns 100
Stagecoach East is highlighting bus-accessible walks that cut emissions and congestion while linking Attenborough’s centenary to local nature.
- On Friday, Britain celebrates broadcaster David Attenborough's 100th birthday with BBC specials, a Royal Albert Hall concert, museum events, nature walks and tree planting.
- Born May 8, 1926, Attenborough launched his BBC career in 1954 presenting 'Zoo Quest,' traveling globally to bring animals to London Zoo and establishing his foundation in natural history broadcasting.
- His 2017 series 'Blue Planet 2' highlighted ocean plastic pollution and sparked global reduction efforts, while the late Queen Elizabeth praised his achievements in 2019, saying his ability to communicate nature's vulnerability "remains unequalled."
- Colleagues note that at 99, Attenborough remains heavily involved in programme-making, driven by enduring curiosity as his new series 'Secret Garden' debuts alongside the centenary celebrations.
- Renowned figures including former President Barack Obama and pop star Billie Eilish count themselves among his admirers, underscoring the global reach of a career that transformed how audiences understand and protect the natural world.
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