On the eve of his 100th birthday on 8 May, Sir David Attenborough has shared a message expressing his gratitude for the overwhelming number of birthday greetings he has received from across the UK.
The naturalist and broadcaster originally planned to celebrate the milestone quietly at home. However, he said that many people had ‘other ideas’, with well-wishes arriving from preschool groups, care home residents, and countless individuals and families of all ages.
In his message, Sir David thanked everyone for their kind messages but noted he could not reply to each person individually. He also extended his best wishes to those organising local events to mark the occasion.
Fans can revisit memorable moments from his career on BBC iPlayer, where a full collection is available to explore.
