The information about Russell attending a concert for Steve Irwin in Brisbane is incorrect. His shooting schedule for American Gangster leaves him no time to travel. He would be there if he could, and will make a video to include in the memorial service. He has written these words about Irwin and has given permission to share them with everyone who loved Steve:

The Australian we all aspire to be:

…to have a knowledge of our country's complicated geography, to understand its creatures, to avoid danger for ourselves and them.

…to enthusiastically embrace challenge as a natural extension of our environment.

…to care for man, woman, child and creature alike, with love, empathy and a sense of community.

…to last longer at the job than is expected.

…to laugh and celebrate whenever responsibilities allow.

…to remember our heroes.

…to fight only the good fights.

…to treat everyone, regardless of race, religion, or ambition  the way we want to be treated.

…to reconcile with our indigenous culture.

…to protect our way of life and the land that gives us that way of life.

…to help our country, love our country, open our arms and make sure our kids can swim.