Robert Irwin breaks down after 'DWTS' dance dedication to mom Terri: "A weight lifted"

Robert Irwin's Emotional Dance Dedication

Robert Irwin, a 21-year-old wildlife conservationist, broke down after his dance dedication to his mom Terri on "Dancing with the Stars."

In a backstage interview, Robert explained that he dedicated his dance to all mothers and anyone experiencing grief after loss.

"It was really hard to express that and really hard to actually get through a dance while internally you’re processing and getting all of these emotions out there,"

Robert's dance was a tribute to his late father, Steve Irwin, and ended with a tear-jerking moment when Terri joined him on stage, leaving the audience and judges in tears.

The emotional performance was a testament to the strong bond between Robert and his family.

Author's summary: Robert Irwin dedicates dance to mom Terri.

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KTUL KTUL — 2025-10-15