Robert Irwin just sent shockwaves through the Dancing With the Stars fandom after dropping a brand-new behind-the-scenes video, and fans are convinced he might already be the frontrunner for the Mirrorball Trophy. The clip, which shows him diving into rehearsals with fearless energy, has already racked up thousands of views within hours of being posted.
In the footage, Robert is seen laughing with his partner while throwing himself into lifts, spins, and footwork that even seasoned viewers admit look far beyond beginner level. His natural rhythm and boyish charm have fans swooning, with one comment reading: “He’s got Bindi’s heart and Steve’s fearlessness — how can he lose?”
The comparisons to his sister Bindi Irwin’s legendary DWTS run are impossible to ignore. Nearly a decade ago, Bindi danced her way into history with a season that ended in her holding the Mirrorball Trophy high, tears streaming down her face as she dedicated the win to her late father. Now, Robert seems ready to carve out a legacy of his own while honoring the family name.
Viewers have already dubbed him “the next Bindi” in the comments, but Robert himself seems determined to make his journey uniquely his. “This is about telling my own story through dance,” he shared in the video, his voice brimming with determination. “I just hope to make my family proud.”
His dance partner echoed the excitement, praising Robert’s work ethic and humility. “He comes into rehearsal every day ready to push himself, but he never loses that joy and positivity that makes everyone want to be around him. That’s what makes him special,” she said.
The response online has been overwhelming. Fans are flooding Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok with reactions, edits, and side-by-side comparisons of Robert and Bindi’s early rehearsals. Many say the Irwins are proving once again that their family legacy is about more than wildlife — it’s about courage, love, and heart that shines on any stage.
Even judges are reportedly keeping a close eye on Robert, with whispers that his natural stage presence could make him a breakout star this season. “He’s got something you can’t teach — authenticity,” one DWTS insider revealed. “When Robert dances, you feel it.”
For Robert, though, the Mirrorball isn’t the only prize. The journey itself, filled with sweat, laughter, and memory, is what matters most. As he continues rehearsals, fans are already marking him as the competitor to watch — the one who might just capture the nation’s heart all over again.
With every spin and every step, Robert Irwin isn’t just following in his sister’s footsteps — he’s proving that his own path is every bit as bright. And if this sneak peek is any indication, his DWTS journey could become one of the show’s most unforgettable stories yet.
