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Wildlife Legend Doug Allan Dies Hiking in Nepal
24 Apr
Summary
- Renowned wildlife cameraman Doug Allan passed away in Nepal.
- He was known for his work on 'Planet Earth' and 'Blue Planet'.
- Sir David Attenborough called him the world's best wildlife photographer.
Wildlife cameraman Doug Allan, whose award-winning work captured the extremes of Earth's polar regions, died on April 8, 2026, while hiking in Nepal. He was 74 and the cause of death was a brain aneurysm.
Allan was celebrated for his ability to film animals both above and below ice, earning him numerous awards. His notable contributions include documentaries such as 'Life in the Freezer,' 'The Blue Planet,' 'Planet Earth,' and 'Frozen Planet,' all narrated by Sir David Attenborough.
Attenborough, who considered Allan the best wildlife photographer globally, praised his endurance in challenging conditions. Allan's career began after he sold footage of emperor penguins to the BBC, transitioning from a marine biologist background.
His bravery was evident in situations like a walrus attack and filming seals through ice holes. Born in Dunfermline, Scotland, Allan's passion for the natural world led him to a distinguished career, culminating in an OBE in 2024.
