Sir David celebrates birthday number 94

Sir David Attenborough celebrated his 94th birthday yesterday, after appearing on our screens for the first time more than 60 years ago.

The revered broadcaster and environmentalist made his TV debut in 1954, on a black and white programme called Zoo Quest. His programmes – including Blue Planet, Planet Earth and Seven Worlds, One Planet – have been watched by millions and influenced public debate. Since turning 90, Sir David has largely eschewed public birthday celebrations.

Speaking at the Baftas in 2018, he said: “My nearest and dearest, family and friends made a fuss when I turned 90 and I said ‘OK that’s enough’.”

Sir David’s latest Netflix documentary, A Life On Our Planet, has been postponed until later this year.