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Robert Irwin Declines Chippendales Invite After Viral 'DWTS' Salsa

He is preparing a contemporary tribute to his mother with partner Witney Carson.

Overview

  • Irwin told Entertainment Tonight that both Chippendales and Australia's Thunder From Down Under contacted him after his Week 3 shirt-ripping salsa.
  • He told TMZ he is turning down Chippendales' Las Vegas offer, calling the attention flattering but not for him right now.
  • For Week 5 dedication night, he and Carson plan a contemporary to Phil Collins' 'You'll Be In My Heart' honoring Terri Irwin.
  • Judges have praised his charisma while flagging technical issues such as rigid arms, limited hip action and pauses in movement.
  • Fans on social media have criticized recent music choices as ill-suited to the assigned styles, even as Irwin remains a perceived frontrunner with strong audience enthusiasm.