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'Dancing with the Stars' Contestant Robert Irwin Battles Injuries to Pursue His Passion

Summary

  • Robert Irwin, 21, using cryotherapy, saunas, and Epsom salt baths to stay healthy
  • Supported by mom Terri Irwin and sister Bindi Irwin, who won DWTS in 2015
  • Calls dancing a "crazy, crazy thing to do in three months"
'Dancing with the Stars' Contestant Robert Irwin Battles Injuries to Pursue His Passion

As of November 16th, 2025, Robert Irwin, the 21-year-old son of the late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin, is making his health a top priority while competing on the current season of 'Dancing with the Stars'. Despite being "held together by tape" and having a bandaged foot, Robert is determined to give his all to the competition.

To keep his body in shape, Robert has been utilizing various self-care methods, including cryotherapy, saunas, and Epsom salt baths. He acknowledges that his body is "starting to break down a little bit" from the grueling dance routines, but he wouldn't change the experience for the world.

Robert's family, including his mother Terri Irwin and sister Bindi Irwin, who won 'Dancing with the Stars' in 2015, have been supporting him throughout the season. Bindi has even made a cameo appearance to help Robert finish one of his emotional performances.

As Robert continues his journey on the show, he is grateful for the opportunity to pour everything into the process and become a dancer, calling it a "crazy, crazy thing to do in three months". His dedication and resilience in the face of physical challenges have made him a fan-favorite on the current season of 'Dancing with the Stars'.

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Robert Irwin is using cryotherapy, saunas, and Epsom salt baths to try and keep his body in shape while competing on 'Dancing with the Stars'.
Robert Irwin's mother Terri Irwin and sister Bindi Irwin, who won 'Dancing with the Stars' in 2015, have been supporting him throughout the season, including making cameo appearances during his emotional dances.
Robert Irwin calls dancing on the show a "crazy, crazy thing to do in three months", but says it's a privilege to be able to give it his all and pour everything into the process.

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