Bindi Irwin Reassures Fans: “Robert Has Nothing To Worry About” Ahead of DWTS Season

As a child, Robert Irwin watched his older sister Bindi Irwin compete on “Dancing With the Stars” Season 21. She was partnered with professional dancer Derek Hough, and the pair won that season. Bindi has since spoken about what an incredible experience being on the show was, and Robert is also hoping to have a positive journey. Still, he’s nervous, having never done anything like this before.

“I’m just going to get real for a second, I’m so nervous,” the wildlife conservationist told Us Weekly in an interview published on May 18. “I’m really nervous.”

What Has Robert Irwin Said About DWTS?

Some fans may find it surprising to learn that Robert is nervous because of the adventurous life he lives. He deals with venemous creatures and large reptiles almost daily, but he jokingly told Us Weekly that showing off his dancing skills makes him more nervous than “jumping on a crocodile.”

Robert is thankful to have the support of his sister. Bindi publicly supported her brother on Instagram after his casting on the show was announced in April. She shared several photos of herself and Robert and reflected on her time on the show in 2015. In the caption, she encouraged him and expressed her excitement about his casting.

Some may feel that Robert has a unique advantage because he can ask Bindi for advice on handling the experience, possibly dealing with the nerves, and offering more information on what to expect (although we would imagine every dancer’s journey is unique to them). Robert spoke about his sister and how “grateful” he was to have her. He continued, “Not only did she do ‘Dancing With the Stars,’ I mean, she won ‘Dancing With the Stars,’ and just was such an incredible shining light. I remember watching [her] on that show just thinking, ‘This is the coolest thing ever.’”

What Has Bindi Said About Her Brother’s Dancing Skills?

We know Bindi can dance, but can Robert? Audiences will soon discover this when Season 34 airs in fall 2025, likely in September. But Bindi believes it will not be her brother’s dancing skills that will over audiences, but his attitude to the whole process.

“You can learn to dance, but the genuine passion, dedication, determination that comes from within, and that’s what I think will set you apart, because you genuinely are a really good human,” she told Us Weekly. She also praised her brother for his rhythm and for the “wonderful” person he is. “He has nothing to be worried about,” she added.

The way these siblings speak about each other with kindness and respect highlights their close bond.