Overview

• On TikTok Night, Irwin and pro Witney Carson performed a salsa to Tommy Richman’s “Million Dollar Baby,” earning 22/30 as judges noted “rigid” and “stiff” technique.
• Audience and social media reactions were overwhelmingly enthusiastic, with fans alleging he was underscored and likening the moment to Patrick Swayze in Dirty Dancing.
• Irwin said the shirtless move was his idea to show a different side, and he acknowledged a surge of direct messages while joking that he was flattered and blushing.
• Carson later said she had “moments of regret” about the shirtless choice and is banking fan messages to keep Irwin focused on the competition.
• EntertainmentNow, citing TMZ, reported Chippendales invited Irwin to guest in Las Vegas after the season, with no decision disclosed.