Robert Irwin’s Emotional Journey to the Mirrorball Crown
So, let me walk you through what turned into one of the most heartwarming and high-energy finales Dancing with the Stars has seen in years. This season wrapped up with a result that felt both surprising and deeply satisfying: Robert Irwin was crowned the winner, a full decade after his sister Bindi claimed the same title. And honestly, his entire run felt like a full-circle moment for the Irwin family.
Robert, who’s just 21, came into the competition with a strong fanbase and a reputation for giving absolutely everything he had in each performance. But what made his win even more impressive was the fact that he competed in the finale while carrying a rib injury. It wasn’t highlighted for sympathy, but you could tell he was pushing through pain to deliver the kind of performances people would remember.
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The finale itself was a marathon — three hours packed with multiple rounds, returning contestants, special group performances, and more glitter than any human eye can reasonably process. All five finalists performed three brand-new dances: a Judges’ Choice number, an Instant Dance Challenge (where couples were told their style and song only minutes before stepping onstage), and a completely freestyle routine. It was the first time the show had stuffed so much into a single finale, and you could feel the intensity.
Even with perfect scores flying around — several contestants hit 30 out of 30 more than once — Robert and his partner Witney Carson stayed consistent, polished, and crowd-pleasing. Across the night, they racked up an impressive 89 out of 90 possible points, which, combined with a massive wave of audience votes, helped them clinch the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.
But the most emotional moment came right after Robert’s final performance. He broke down into tears and admitted that everything he’d done was meant to make his father, the late Steve Irwin, proud. That honesty hit the whole room — and probably the whole country — with a wave of emotion. His tribute earlier in the season, plus a surprise appearance from his sister Bindi, had already created a nostalgic connection with viewers, and this moment tied it all together.
Despite fierce competition from influencer Alix Earle, Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles, Dylan Efron, and Elaine Hendrix, Robert’s blend of technique, personality, and pure heart carried him across the finish line. And in true Irwin fashion, he did it with humility, gratitude, and an unmistakable spark of joy.
So yes — the Mirrorball trophy has officially returned to the Irwin family. And it couldn’t have been a more fitting or heartfelt victory.
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