Overview

• In a new Access Hollywood interview, Irwin said his late father would be "stoked" about his opportunity on the show.
• His Sept. 16 jive with pro Witney Carson scored 15/20 to tie for first with Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas on the premiere leaderboard.
• Judge Derek Hough praised it as the best first dance he has seen on the series.
• Bindi Irwin attended the taping and told her brother, "I love you and I’m really proud of you," and he said his niece Grace’s excitement "made the night."
• Irwin wore one of Steve Irwin’s shirts during show day and saluted him onstage by raising both fists, saying he aims to honor his family’s legacy.