Robert Irwin Dodges Romance Rumors with 'DWTS' Partner

As of November 13th, 2025, the buzz around Robert Irwin's 'Dancing with the Stars' (DWTS) journey has been dominated by speculation about his chemistry with partner Xochitl Gomez. The 21-year-old conservationist, who is the season's hot favorite, has been coy about addressing the romance rumors.

When approached by reporters last week, Irwin steered clear of directly answering questions about a potential relationship with Gomez. Instead, he gushed about how much fun they had during their two dances, particularly their jive in the Dance Relay, where six past Mirrorball winners returned. Fans had already started 'shipping' the duo after that performance.

However, Irwin's non-committal response has only fueled the showmance rumors further. If there was truly nothing going on, he could have simply denied the speculation. But by leaving the door open, he has only added to the intrigue surrounding his and Gomez's off-screen dynamic.

Despite the romance buzz, Irwin remains laser-focused on his ultimate goal - winning the Mirrorball trophy. He is determined not to let a little relationship chatter derail his DWTS mission, as he continues to impress the judges and captivate audiences with his dancing skills.