The Dancing With the Stars ballroom descended into chaos during TikTok Week — and it all started with one shirt. When Robert Irwin ripped it off mid-performance, the crowd erupted, social media went into overdrive, and even his dance partner Witney Carson was left speechless. What began as a cheeky choreography choice quickly became one of the most viral moments in DWTS history.
After the show, Witney Carson couldn’t help but laugh about the frenzy. “I might actually regret that decision,” she confessed during a post-show interview. “The second he went shirtless, my inbox exploded — I had hundreds of DMs and emails from people begging me to set them up with Robert. It was insane.”
The flood of messages didn’t stop there. Fans shared thousands of clips and reactions across TikTok, X, and Instagram, calling Robert “the most charming contestant in DWTS history.” The hashtag #ShirtlessRobert quickly began trending worldwide, racking up millions of views in just hours.
Witney admitted that she never expected such an uproar. “I thought it would just be a fun moment for the routine — I didn’t think the internet would actually break,” she joked. “But I guess people really love Robert.”
When asked about the moment, Robert responded with his signature humility and grin. “It was all part of the dance,” he said, laughing. “But if everyone enjoyed it that much, maybe I’ll do it again — who knows?” The tease only fueled fans’ excitement further, with thousands now demanding a “Part Two.”
DWTS insiders revealed that even producers were stunned by the online reaction. “We expected people to love Robert,” one source said, “but this level of engagement is next-level. Every time he steps on that stage, the internet lights up.”
Meanwhile, Witney’s husband, Carson McAllister, took the moment in stride, joking on social media, “At least the world now knows what I deal with every day — Robert Irwin charm.” Fans praised his sense of humor, calling the exchange “wholesome chaos at its finest.”
As for Robert, he’s keeping things classy amid the whirlwind of attention. “It’s all in good fun,” he said. “If people are smiling, laughing, and connecting through the show — that’s what matters.” His down-to-earth attitude only made fans adore him even more.
With the next DWTS theme week fast approaching, viewers have one burning question: will Robert Irwin make good on his playful promise? Because if TikTok Week was any indication — the next time he takes that stage, the internet might not survive it.
