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Two decades after Steve Irwin’s death, the Irwin family—Terri, Bindi and Robert—shared heartfelt tributes praising the Crocodile Hunter as a superhero and reaffirming his wildlife-conservation legacy as they carry on his work through Australia Zoo and related projects.
Terri Irwin and children Bindi and Robert honor Steve Irwin on the 20th anniversary of his death, reflecting on his life as the Crocodile Hunter. Irwin died at 44 after a stingray pierced his chest during a snorkeling dive near Batt Reef, Queensland; the incident was filmed but the footage has never been publicly released.
Two decades after Steve Irwin's death, his family paid tribute to the 'Crocodile Hunter,' with daughter Bindi calling him a superhero and highlighting his legacy of wildlife conservation and love as Terri and Robert help run Australia Zoo in his memory.
Robert Irwin, 22, has emerged as a hot Hollywood talent after winning DWTS, but his rising offers worry his family that he’ll relocate to Los Angeles and step back from running the Australia Zoo, despite their support for his dreams and his ongoing legacy with his family.
Robert Irwin revealed on The Tonight Show that a 14-foot crocodile he nicknamed Jimmy Fallon death-rolled him, pinning him with about 700 pounds before the croc rolled the other way, leaving him unharmed and underscoring the dangers of croc conservation as he continues his family’s mission and legacy in wildlife rescue.
Robert Irwin and Terri Irwin tell E! News that Bindi Irwin is doing much better despite her endometriosis, noting she’s staying closer to home and slowly resuming conservation work, though travel remains challenging; the update came during the Steve Irwin Gala in Las Vegas in an exclusive interview.
ABC expands Dancing with the Stars with The Next Pro, a spinoff hosted by DWTS champ Robert Irwin featuring 12 aspiring dancers living together to audition for a pro spot on Season 35. Judges will include Mark Ballas and Shirley Ballas, with rotating mentors and guest judges to be announced. The Next Pro premieres July 13 on ABC and streams the next day on Hulu. Season 35 has Maura Higgins and Ciara Miller joining as celebrities, with a full cast to be revealed later.
Robert Irwin humorously shaved a mustache in a video, prompting mixed reactions from fans and family, with some encouraging him to keep the look and others joking about his resemblance to characters like Ned Flanders and Ron Swanson, and fans suggesting he should appear in Top Gun.
Fans are shipping Xochitl Gomez and Robert Irwin after their chemistry was highlighted during a relay dance on Dancing With the Stars, sparking dating rumors and excitement among viewers.
In Week 2 of 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 34, Robert Irwin and Whitney Leavitt led the leaderboard, with Irwin impressing judges despite no dance experience. The episode featured performances from various celebrities, with some notable improvements and eliminations, including Corey Feldman and Baron Davis. The show saw a record-breaking number of votes, highlighting its popularity.
Derek Hough praised Robert Irwin for delivering the best first dance in 'Dancing with the Stars' history during the season 34 premiere, which featured a reduced judging panel due to Carrie Ann Inaba's absence. Irwin's performance was a standout moment, and no contestants were eliminated in the premiere.
Bindi Irwin announced she and her daughter Grace are moving to Los Angeles for three months to support her brother Robert Irwin on Dancing With the Stars, reflecting her ongoing family support and her own past experience on the show.
Prince William left a humorous voicemail on BBC Radio 2 for Scott Mills, expressing his support for the Earthshot Prize and joking about Robert Irwin's animal antics, while apologizing for not being able to attend in person. The Earthshot Prize, founded by William, aims to find solutions to environmental challenges and will be held in Rio in November 2025.
Robert Irwin was deeply moved upon seeing the wax figure of his late father, Steve Irwin, at Madame Tussauds Sydney during the unveiling of his own wax figure. Overcome with emotion, Robert, who was only two when Steve passed away, expressed how surreal it was to see his father not just as a picture. The experience was a poignant reminder of his father's legacy, which Robert continues to honor through his work at Australia Zoo and as a global ambassador for environmental causes.
Prince William and Robert Irwin shared a charming moment in South Africa while discussing wildlife, as part of William's Earthshot Prize visit. During a hike, Irwin asked William about his favorite African animal, to which the prince humorously replied that his children often ask him the same question, ultimately choosing the cheetah. Irwin praised the choice and highlighted the significance of the Earthshot Prize in promoting environmental awareness and positivity. William is set to attend the Earthshot Prize ceremony and other sustainability events before concluding his visit.