Gerald Durrell

TV Show Host

Birthday January 7, 1925

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Jan 30, 1995 (70)

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About

English television show host, zookeeper and naturalist who founded the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust and the Jersey Zoo in 1958.

Before Fame

He was home schooled as a child and one of his tutor's friends, Theodore Stephanides became his friend and inspired him to become a naturalist.

Trivia

He has released several books including mostly autobiographical experiences with nature.

Family Life

He married Lee Durrell in 1979.

Associated With

He is the younger brother of novelist, Lawrence Durrell.