Robert Irwin’s Foxtrot Scores & Fan Reactions After His Stunning Performance
Robert Irwin amazed viewers in Week 9 of “Dancing with the Stars” Season 34 with a captivating Foxtrot alongside professional dancer Witney Carson. Their performance to the song “Footprints in the Sand” by Leona Lewis stood out as one of Irwin’s finest to date.
Judges and Scores
The judging panel included Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli, joined by special guest judge Tom Bergeron, the former host who returned to celebrate the show’s 20th Birthday Party episode. Together, the panel awarded Irwin a perfect 40 out of 40, making him the first contestant this season to achieve a flawless score.
Social Media Reaction
Shortly after the performance, the official “Dancing with the Stars” Instagram account shared new images celebrating the duo’s Foxtrot. The post praised their tribute to Irwin’s late father and included a touching caption:
“Robert and Witney have left footprints in our heart with their beautiful Foxtrot tribute to his father #DWTS20 #DWTS.”
Fans’ Emotional Response
Fans quickly filled the comment section with excitement, commending Irwin’s elegance, Carson’s choreography, and the long-awaited perfect score. Many had been advocating for Irwin to earn this recognition in previous weeks, and their wish was finally realized.
“I will never emotionally recover from this,”
one viewer wrote, reflecting the overwhelming emotional impact of the night’s performance.
Author’s Summary
Robert Irwin earned his first perfect score on “Dancing with the Stars,” moving fans and judges alike with an emotional Foxtrot tribute that captured hearts across social media.