Robert Irwin has spent most of his life in khakis, caring for wildlife and honoring his family’s conservation legacy. But after winning over audiences on Dancing with the Stars, Robert Irwin suddenly found himself at the center of an entirely different kind of spotlight—one filled with roses and reality TV speculation.
Now, Robert Irwin is addressing those swirling rumors head-on. According to PEOPLE, the 22-year-old isn’t exactly dismissing talk that he could lead a future season of The Bachelor. Instead, he seems amused by the possibility, even if it feels far removed from his everyday world.
Robert Irwin Says “Never Say Never” To Reality TV
When asked about potentially stepping into the role of the next Bachelor, Robert kept his answer playful but open-ended. “Never say never,” he told Entertainment Tonight, adding, “Watch this space. Who knows?” For someone who just captured America’s attention on the dance floor, it’s clear he understands how quickly opportunities can evolve.
Still, Robert Irwin admits the speculation has surprised him. During Dancing with the Stars, he heard the rumors circulating and couldn’t help but laugh. “I’m a zookeeper,” he said, reminding fans that animal conservation remains his true calling. While reality TV may come with bright lights and headlines, his daily life revolves around wildlife, not dramatic rose ceremonies.
A Different World From Reality Romance
Despite the buzz, Robert Irwin describes his life as “a lot more boring than you might think.” He calls himself “pretty vanilla” when it comes to romance and insists his world feels very different from what tabloids sometimes portray. Recent fan speculation linked him to former DWTS winner Xochitl Gomez, but she confirmed she is single, quashing those rumors.
What matters most to Robert Irwin is finding a lasting partnership modeled after the love story of his parents, Terri and the late Steve Irwin. He has often described their relationship as the “perfect” example, and he shares similar admiration for his sister Bindi’s marriage. Whether or not Robert ever hands out roses on national television, he seems content waiting for something genuine—perhaps even that “American tourist” he jokes has yet to appear.