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'DWTS' Pro Robert Irwin Unsure About Future Return After Successful Season
16 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Robert Irwin, a 'Dancing With the Stars' pro, is uncertain about returning for the next season
- Irwin served as Jen Affleck's partner until their elimination in week seven
- Irwin is still rehearsing for the upcoming semi-finals, finding the experience more enjoyable now
As of November 16th, 2025, 'Dancing With the Stars' pro Robert Irwin is uncertain about his future with the show. Irwin, who joined the competition for its ongoing 34th season, served as the professional partner for Jen Affleck until their elimination during week seven.
While Irwin is still actively rehearsing for the upcoming semi-finals, he admitted that the experience was initially quite stressful as he was learning everything. However, the 30-year-old dancer now finds the gig much more enjoyable, stating that he's "already in a flow" and the process feels "so much better."
With the finale fast approaching, Irwin can already envision himself becoming nostalgic for the 'Dancing With the Stars' experience. Yet, when asked about a potential return for the next season, he remained noncommittal, simply stating, "We'll see about that. We'll see about it. It's still a long way [away]. This is 2026. We don't know."
