David Attenborough at 100: the 'secret superpower' fueling a lifetime of nature storytelling

Sir David Attenborough turns 100 as colleagues celebrate his unique blend of curiosity, authority and humility that has powered seven decades of iconic wildlife programming. They praise his enduring energy—both intellectual and physical—and his role as a writer and narrator who elevates his teams. The piece also notes his influence on public awareness of climate issues and plastic pollution, and that even in his 90s he remains deeply involved in field work and production.