Australia's beloved wildlife conservationist and television personality, Robert Irwin, has joyfully reunited with his former Dancing With The Stars partner, professional dancer Witney Carson, during her family's visit Down Under.
A 'Legendary' Zoo Reunion
The 22-year-old Irwin took to Instagram on 15 January 2026 to share happy snaps and a video of the special meet-up. The footage showed Carson, her husband, and their two young sons exploring the grounds of the iconic Australia Zoo in Queensland, all dressed in matching zookeeper uniforms. "We are BACK," Irwin enthusiastically captioned the clip of the group walking through the bushland of the wildlife park.
Fans of the duo, who triumphed together on the US version of Dancing With The Stars in November of the previous year, flooded the comments with excitement. Many expressed how thrilled they were to see the pair back together. "Hope those kids know how legendary this is," one user wrote, while another simply declared, "Wildlife Warriors." A third fan highlighted their off-screen bond, posting, "The real prize was the friendship you guys gained from dancing together!!❤️"
Social Media Buzz and Australian Adventure
The official Dancing with The Stars Instagram account joined the celebration, commenting on the playful video with, "Squad is back together ??" Even the official tourism account for Queensland got in on the action, revealing, "we've been waiting for this," underscoring the visit's significance for local tourism.
Prior to the zoo visit, Carson had been documenting her family's journey to Australia on her Instagram Reels, sharing everything from their packing essentials to in-flight meals. The trip to Australia Zoo was understood to be the first major stop on the Carson family's Australian itinerary. Carson has continued to share snippets of their adventure, giving her followers a glimpse into their experiences while visiting the country.
Irwin's Soaring Career Trajectory
The heartwarming reunion comes at a time when Robert Irwin's professional profile is reaching new heights. Earlier in January 2026, reports surfaced of a potential mega-million-dollar payday for the young star.
According to industry sources cited by New Idea, Irwin's market value has skyrocketed following his Dancing With The Stars win. He is reportedly in line to be paid up to $3 million AUD for the upcoming series of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! This figure places him in a new financial ballpark, with whispers of significant interest from American television networks.
"That's genuinely the ballpark he's playing in now," an insider stated. "A lot of American shows approaching him are hovering around that figure." However, the source also noted that while US offers are tempting, the producers of I'm A Celeb are keen to retain him and are willing to "work around Robert's jam-packed schedule" to make him feel "at home" on set.
The visit from his close friend and dance partner highlights the enduring personal connections Irwin has forged through his television work, even as his bustling resume and international appeal continue to expand at a remarkable pace.
