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Robert Irwin Dedicates 'DWTS' Week 5 Contemporary to His Mom

The tribute spotlights his effort to honor his mother's strength, channeling years of grief into the performance.

Overview

  • Irwin said on Instagram that rehearsals have been emotional as he reflected on Terri Irwin’s resilience and family memories.
  • He and pro partner Witney Carson are set to perform a contemporary to Phil Collins’ “You’ll Be In My Heart” on Tuesday’s Dedication Night.
  • Terri Irwin replied with a supportive message and later posted family photos in recognition of the upcoming dance.
  • In a TikTok update, Irwin called it a tough week, shared that he has been thinking about grief and his late father, and disclosed that his dog Stella is recovering from surgery for a cancerous mass with further results pending.
  • ABC describes Dedication Night as tributes to influential people, and former pro Kym Johnson will guest judge as fellow contestants publicly encouraged Irwin.