Overview
- Irwin and partner Witney Carson performed a Paso Doble to The White Stripes’ “Icky Thump” on Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night.
- The pair earned 38 out of 40, with 10s from Bruno Tonioli and guest judge Flavor Flav and 9s from Carrie Ann Inaba and Derek Hough.
- Irwin said he momentarily choked on a piece of confetti after the Team Kool routine and expelled it off camera, saying he was okay.
- Judges praised his power, presence, and week-to-week growth, while Carson called it their hardest, most technical week so far.
- Bindi Irwin posted supportive messages as fans hailed the dance as a season standout, during an episode that also featured live-band team numbers honoring Kool & the Gang and Chicago.