A beloved Crocodile Dundee star has died.

Burt, the reptile man who appeared alongside Paul Hogan in the 1986 film, has died after more than 90 years.

This was announced by the Australian crocodile park Crocosaurus Cove, where Burt lived in his final years.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Burt, the legendary saltwater crocodile and star of the Australian classic Crocodile Dundee,” the attraction wrote on Instagram on Sunday.

“Burt passed away peacefully over the weekend at an estimated age of over 90, marking the end of an incredible era,” the statement continued.

Burt rose to fame in Peter Faiman’s 1986 film, in which the 85-year-old Hogan played brave Australian crocodile hunter Michael J. “Crocodile” Dundee.

The film was Australia’s highest-grossing film at the time of its release. This resulted in two sequels, “Crocodile Dundee II” from 1988 and “Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles” from 2001.

Hogan reprized his role in both sequels. However, none of the films achieved the same success as the first film.

“Burt’s life story is one of strength, resilience and a personality as brave as the Top End itself,” Crocosaurus Cove said while reflecting on the late crocodile’s story.

“Burt was captured in the Reynolds River in the 1980s and became one of the most famous crocodiles in the world. He appeared in Crocodile Dundee and shaped Australia’s image as a land of rugged natural beauty and impressive wildlife,” the statement continued.

The zoo added that Burt arrived in 2008 and “became a passionate and fascinating ambassador for crocodile education.”

“Burt was known for his independence and was a confirmed bachelor – an attitude he clearly expressed in his earlier years on a crocodile farm,” the park said. “His fiery temperament earned him the respect of his handlers and visitors alike, as he embodied the raw and untamed spirit of the saltwater crocodile.”

“Burt was truly one of a kind. He wasn’t just a crocodile; “He was a force of nature and a reminder of the power and majesty of these incredible creatures,” Crocosaurus Cove said. “Although his personality could be challenging, it was also what made him so memorable and beloved by those who worked with him and the thousands who visited him over the years. Visitors from around the world marveled at its impressive size and commanding presence, particularly at feeding time.”

The attraction thanked visitors who visited Burt over the years and said the beloved crocodile’s death reminded them of “what a crucial role wildlife plays in our shared history and how important it is to preserve it for future generations.” .”

“We plan to honor Burt’s legacy with a memorial plaque at the attraction and celebrate his extraordinary life and the stories and interactions he shared during his time at the park,” the statement concluded.