Robert Irwin has been one to watch on this season of Dancing With the Stars. Between his charming personality and near-perfect scores each week, the conservationist has been the topic of a lotta conversations. More specifically, the “Is Robert Irwin single?” and “Who is Robert Irwin dating?” conversations—especially because he’s sparked romance rumors with two different members of the DWTS universe.
The 21-year-old was recently spotted with season 32 winner and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness star Xochitl Gomez after rehearsals when they danced the jive at the beloved reality show’s 20th birthday celebration. Fans have also raised eyebrows at Robert’s cheeky TikToks with DWTS troupe member, Hailey Bills.
Ahead of the DWTS season 34 finale in a few weeks, let’s break down those Robert Irwin dating rumors (so we can alert our group chats of the latest news…obviously).
Why do people think Robert Irwin is dating Xochitl Gomez?
Okay, so it’s actually unclear whether these two are an item because Robert didn’t necessarily debunk romance rumors with the 19-year-old Marvel star. During the November 11 episode of DWTS, Robert danced the jive with Xochitl as they shared the stage with Joey Graziadei and Alix Earle.
When TMZ asked Robert what it was like dancing with Xochitl on November 13, he said, “Oh my gosh, we had the best time. That dance was so fun.”
He continued, explaining that his other dance of the night was a tribute to his late father, Steve Irwin. “It was so cool to do two, such distinct dances. Like, one that was really slow and heartfelt. And then the dance with Xochitl, which was just like energy and fun. She’s the best, it's been really, really great.”
A few days later on November 16, a tipster told DeuxMoi that Robert and Xochitl were spotted together after rehearsals, writing, “This celebrity animal loving guy on this seasons DWTS was spotted on an Erewhon date with his guest celebrity partner from last weeks episode.”
Neither Robert nor Xochitl has confirmed or denied the rumors, but you already know we’re keeping an eye out.
There’s also a rumor that Robert Irwin could be dating Hailey Bills...
The pair has remained tight-lipped about dating rumors, but if we had to guess, they’re friendly at best. Fans started speculating that these two were an item as early as October 28, when Robert posted a clip of him and Hailey dancing on his Instagram Stories, per the Daily Mail.
The outlet also reported that DeuxMoi received an anonymous email tip about Robert and Hailey, which allegedly read, “Everyone’s favorite DWTS bachelor has paused his search for his American dream girl to have some play time beyond the ballroom.”
The tip alluded to his rumored romance with a DWTS troupe member, who happens to be “the only” one he follows on social media. The tipster continued, “My sources tell me he’s been spotted a few times getting cosy with a brunette... The same one he follows around on set. She’s the only troupe member he follows on Instagram.”
But again, nothing has been confirmed about this rumored romance, so... ¯\_(ツ)_/¯.
