Bindi Irwin was forced to undergo emergency surgery after being rushed to hospital following the rupture of her appendix, with the star unable to attend the Steve Irwin Gala12:53, 11 May 2025Updated 12:53, 11 May 2025Bindi Irwin, the daughter of the late Steve Irwin, has had to undergo emergency surgery, causing her to miss her father’s annual tribute event.The 26-year-old wildlife warrior was set to attend the Steve Irwin Gala but found herself in hospital instead after her appendix burst. She was all set for the gala on Saturday night but ended up needing urgent medical attention. Her mother, Terri Irwin, was by her side throughout, providing much-needed support.Her brother, Robert Irwin, confirmed that Bindi is on the mend post-surgery, although the hospital trip was an unexpected twist amidst their preparations for the event. He also touched upon Bindi’s battle with endometriosis, which she has been dealing with for some time.In a conversation with People Magazine, Robert shared: “She’s going to be OK, but surgery – out of all the things we were ready for, that was not one of them. She’s just come out the other side of endometriosis and now the appendix goes. Health is so important – it really is.Bindi was taken to hospital(Image: More