Russell Crowe to play Steve Irwin?

22-09-2006 11:30

Russell Crowe wants to play Steve Irwin in a film based on the life of the 'Crocodile Hunter'.The Oscar-winning Australian actor - who has repeatedly spoken of his affection for friend Steve after he was tragically killed, aged just 44, by a stingray - is in talks with Universal Studios about making a biopic.Crowe, 42, is desperate to make the movie as he feels it would be a fitting tribute to the wildlife expert's life. An insider told In Touch Weekly magazine: "It's not about money for Russell - it's about honouring his friend."Steve once told Russell that he wanted him to play him in a movie version of his life."A public memorial was held for father of two Steve on Wednesday (22.09.06).His eight-year-old daughter Bindi read out a tribute to her dad and a pre-recorded video message from Crowe was broadcast.