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Sir David Attenborough is preparing to commemorate his 100th birthday with a grand celebration at the Royal Albert Hall.
To recognise his pioneering work, a special live event will take place on his 100th birthday (Friday, May 8), transporting audiences through a hundred years of natural world exploration and scientific discovery.
The evening will feature compelling wildlife narratives, testimonials from prominent figures and environmental campaigners, complemented by live musical performances from David's documentaries.
Guests will include collaborators from his decades-long career in conservation and wildlife documentary production.
Yet it appears that, given the choice, David would mark the occasion rather differently. Prior to the festivities, BBC Breakfast honoured the beloved broadcaster by speaking with familiar faces who have partnered with him previously, reports the Express.
The programme also interviewed producer Alastair Fothergill, who has collaborated with David for four decades, regarding his feelings about the upcoming special evening.
He remarked: "He hates 'celebrity', he doesn't like that at all. He's realised he has to do it, he's realised how famous he is. But, if he could escape everything else about celebrity, he would be very pleased.
"David would like nothing to be happening around his 100th birthday, that would be his favourite choice. He'd like to be at home all day with a nice glass of wine in the evening.
"However, he recognises that the British public wants to say Happy Birthday to him, and I think he'll go home happy."
Celebrated composer and music producer Hans Zimmer, who has previously crafted iconic scores for David Attenborough's documentaries, extended his wishes for 'another 100 years' for the much-loved broadcaster.
Veteran actor Sir Michael Palin, a long-standing companion of the naturalist, reflected on his enduring appeal to the public.
He remarked: "He's curious, he's careful, he's thorough, he has a marvellous way of communicating with people, always has done. The fact that he's been broadcast for 60 or 70 years without ever lowering the standards of the work he does is truly remarkable."
David Attenborough's 100 Years on Planet Earth airs on May 8 on BBC One at 8:30pm and BBC Breakfast continues weekdays on BBC One from 6am.
