Robert Irwin is set to follow in the iconic footsteps of his sister, Bindi Irwin, as he competes on Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars. Bindi, who won the Mirrorball Trophy in Season 21 alongside Derek Hough, has been a source of inspiration, advice, and guidance for her younger brother. But stepping into the same ballroom comes with its own set of challenges, and Robert admits he feels the weight of comparison.
In an August 2025 interview with TV Insider, Robert shared the words of wisdom Bindi passed on to him ahead of the competition. “The thing she really stressed is just be yourself and make it your own,” he said. “I go into this with such pride and admiration for what Bindi did on the show, and I’m not trying in any way to match what she did.”
Robert continued to praise his sister’s performance, describing her as “the most incredible human being” whose energy “lit up the dance floor so, so incredibly well.” He emphasized that while he wants to honor the Irwin spirit, his goal is not to replicate Bindi’s victory but to bring his own personality and passion to the stage.
Alongside that, Bindi advised him to “apply yourself” and “give it 100%,” but also reminded him to “sit back and enjoy every second.” Robert explained, “So that’s what I’m going to do. I want to give it my all but really try and revel in it and enjoy every second because it’s something that is a one-of-a-kind experience, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
Family support has already been a huge motivator. On August 30, Bindi took to Instagram to share that she and her daughter had temporarily relocated to Los Angeles to cheer on Robert throughout the season. “10 years ago I won Dancing With the Stars here in America with the most wonderful @derekhough,” she wrote. “Now, I get to cheer on my (not so little) brother @robertirwinphotography!”
She added a personal touch about her daughter, Grace, who is equally excited: “If you’re wondering who will be cheering the loudest in the audience — it will definitely be me and Grace. She has already chosen all her dresses to wear in the ballroom audience each week. ❤️🥹 #DWTS. We’re super proud of you, Robert.”
Robert himself shared the family’s move on social media, saying, “We have officially moved to Los Angeles — not forever — for the next three months. Australia Zoo will always be home, but we are here to support my incredible brother on Dancing With the Stars.”
With Bindi and Grace in the audience, Robert enters the competition not only carrying the legacy of his family but also his own determination to shine. Bindi concluded, “He is going to shine, though. And I know in my heart that he’s going to make it far because he is such a fantastic human being.”
