The iconic crocodile who starred in hit film Crocodile Dundee has died, his zoo has announced. Crocosaurus Cove, where Burt had been kept since 2008, said he passed away "peacefully" over the weekend.

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It’s a sad day in Hollywood. Burt, the Saltwater crocodile many may recognize from the 1986 comedy Crocodile Dundee, has reportedly passed away. The crocodile was estimated to be over 80 years old.

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The legendary crocodile that starred in the hit film Crocodile Dundee has passed away. Burt, the massive 5.1-metre croc who featured in the 1986 movie, died "peacefully" in captivity in Darwin ...

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