Robert Irwin, Australian celebrity conservationist, left judges in awe with his debut performance on the US version of Dancing with the Stars on Tuesday (September 16, 2025). The 21-year-old surprised viewers with a vigorous jive routine as he took to the floor. As he garnered praise for his dance performance to the tune of 'Born to be Wild' alongside dance partner Witney Carson, a clip of the performance went viral with fans.
The judges were impressed with Irwin’s vigorous jive routine, and he earned the score 15 out of 20. Reacting to the viral video clip, many viewers predicted that he can take home the trophy and winning prize in the competition.
How fans reacted to Robert Irwin's Dancing with the Stars debut
In the beginning of the viral video clip, Irwin was seen sitting on a four-wheeler with the binoculars, and soon he jumps off and joins his partner Carson on the stage. Irwin then tore off his familiar top to reveal a glamorous shirt underneath. Then he starts his performance, which included high leaps, elegant floor slides, and intricate toe work.
After being shared on video streaming platform YouTube, the video clip of the performance was praised by viewers. 'I'm calling it right now, they are winning this, that was incredible,' commented one viewer after the routine was shared on YouTube. 'Holy moly!!!! This is like a finale show!!! FOR THE WIN!!! THIS IS INSANE!!!! Wow!!!!,' wrote another fan. 'Amazing dance,' said a third of the routine. Absolutely epic, my jaw is still on the floor,' a third user wrote.
Robert Irwin’s family watched from the studio audience
Irwin’s family watched him perform the routine sitting in the front row of the studio audience. They gave him a standing ovation as his performance neared conclusion.
The Irwin family’s past connection with the celebrity dance show
Robert is not the first from his family to have appeared on Dancing with the stars. In 2015, his sister Bindi won Dancing with the Stars Season 21 with her professional partner, Derek Hough. The conservationist and actress took home the Mirrorball Trophy in November 2015. In that season, Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter and Army Specialist Alek Skarlatos finished in second and third place, respectively. Bindi won the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy in 2015.
Following his performance, as the audience, judges, and fellow contestants broke into applause praising Robert Irwin, he rushed over to give his sister Bindi Irwin a hug. His mother, Terri, and Bindi's husband, Chandler Powell, were also sitting in the audience.
Who is Robert Irwin?
Born on December 1, 2003, Robert Irwin is an Aussie zookeeper. Robert Irwin is also a conservationist, TV presenter, wildlife photographer, author, and actor. He is the son of the late Steve “Crocodile Hunter” Irwin. The 21-year-old, who has spent his life so far handling crocs and kangaroos at Australia Zoo, has donned dancing shoes and is trying his luck in the world of ballroom.
Irwin is currently single, and to date he has been in only one serious relationship. He dated Rorie Buckey, according to Parade. She was studying physiotherapy at Curtin University in Perth, Australia, at the time of their romance. She’s the niece of the late Heath Ledger. The two began dating each other in November 2022, although they didn’t go public with their romance until July 2023. They split in February 2024. Robert Irwin has a net worth of approximately USD 4 million in 2025, according to Reality Tea.
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The judges were impressed with Irwin’s vigorous jive routine, and he earned the score 15 out of 20. Reacting to the viral video clip, many viewers predicted that he can take home the trophy and winning prize in the competition.
How fans reacted to Robert Irwin's Dancing with the Stars debut
In the beginning of the viral video clip, Irwin was seen sitting on a four-wheeler with the binoculars, and soon he jumps off and joins his partner Carson on the stage. Irwin then tore off his familiar top to reveal a glamorous shirt underneath. Then he starts his performance, which included high leaps, elegant floor slides, and intricate toe work.
After being shared on video streaming platform YouTube, the video clip of the performance was praised by viewers. 'I'm calling it right now, they are winning this, that was incredible,' commented one viewer after the routine was shared on YouTube. 'Holy moly!!!! This is like a finale show!!! FOR THE WIN!!! THIS IS INSANE!!!! Wow!!!!,' wrote another fan. 'Amazing dance,' said a third of the routine. Absolutely epic, my jaw is still on the floor,' a third user wrote.
Robert Irwin’s family watched from the studio audience
Irwin’s family watched him perform the routine sitting in the front row of the studio audience. They gave him a standing ovation as his performance neared conclusion.
The Irwin family’s past connection with the celebrity dance show
Robert is not the first from his family to have appeared on Dancing with the stars. In 2015, his sister Bindi won Dancing with the Stars Season 21 with her professional partner, Derek Hough. The conservationist and actress took home the Mirrorball Trophy in November 2015. In that season, Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter and Army Specialist Alek Skarlatos finished in second and third place, respectively. Bindi won the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy in 2015.
Following his performance, as the audience, judges, and fellow contestants broke into applause praising Robert Irwin, he rushed over to give his sister Bindi Irwin a hug. His mother, Terri, and Bindi's husband, Chandler Powell, were also sitting in the audience.
Who is Robert Irwin?
Born on December 1, 2003, Robert Irwin is an Aussie zookeeper. Robert Irwin is also a conservationist, TV presenter, wildlife photographer, author, and actor. He is the son of the late Steve “Crocodile Hunter” Irwin. The 21-year-old, who has spent his life so far handling crocs and kangaroos at Australia Zoo, has donned dancing shoes and is trying his luck in the world of ballroom.
Irwin is currently single, and to date he has been in only one serious relationship. He dated Rorie Buckey, according to Parade. She was studying physiotherapy at Curtin University in Perth, Australia, at the time of their romance. She’s the niece of the late Heath Ledger. The two began dating each other in November 2022, although they didn’t go public with their romance until July 2023. They split in February 2024. Robert Irwin has a net worth of approximately USD 4 million in 2025, according to Reality Tea.
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