Overview

• On Instagram, the Season 34 front-runner announced his Week 5 routine will honor Terri Irwin, his mother, with partner Witney Carson.
• He shared rehearsal photos and family throwbacks and said he has been reflecting on his mum’s strength and how she kept his late father present in his life.
• Terri Irwin responded on his post, writing, “I love you forever and always. Together we are strong,” and later shared her own family photos ahead of the show.
• Fellow contestants and fans offered support, with Carson commenting “So proud of you” and Danielle Fishel saying the tribute brought her to tears.
• ABC says Dedication Night features dances for influential people in the contestants’ lives and airs Tuesday, Oct. 14.