Robert Irwin has shared a heartbreaking family update while spending time in the US to appear on Dancing with the Stars.
The 21-year-old took to Instagram on Sunday to reveal that his beloved dog Stella has undergone surgery to remove a cancerous mass.
‘This is a tough one. I wanted to give an unfortunate update on my sweet little pup, Stella. A mass was discovered that ended up being cancerous,’ he said.
‘We still don’t know the full extent of the cancer. I have faith she’ll be in the clear.’
Robert went on to say Stella is an ‘important part of our little fam’ and it’s been stressful ‘being away from home and away from her while she goes through this.’
‘I know you guys love seeing her and I love sharing her with you so wanted to give an update… she is doing ok post-surgery so far, she’s my little bestie and one tough cookie,’ he wrote.
Robert Irwin has shared a family update while spending time in the US for Dancing with the Stars
He took to Instagram on Sunday to reveal that his beloved dog Stella has undergone surgery to remove a cancerous mass
Robert also posted a selfie of himself with his beloved pug and another of Stella in recovery after her surgery.
He also shared a video to TikTok, admitting it had been a ‘tough week’.
‘It’s been a big week. It’s been a really tough week. We have been working on our dedication dance for my mum,’ he explained.
‘And our little dog back at home has cancer which is just devastating. We are still waiting to find out if it has spread and it’s been such a stressful time.’
The conservationist has been captivating audiences on the US season of Dancing with the Stars in recent weeks.
Fans went wild last Tuesday when Robert put on a sizzling performance with his partner Witney, 31, on the dance competition show.
After wowing judges and viewers with a pulse-raising tango the week before, Robert and Witney smouldered again, this time with a hot salsa.
The TikTok theme saw the couple dance to the viral 2024 hit by Tommy Richman, Million Dollar Baby.
Robert went on to say Stella is an ‘important part of our little fam’ and it’s been stressful ‘being away from home and away from her while she goes through this
The conservationist has been captivating audiences on the US season of Dancing with the Stars in recent weeksÂ
His sister Bindi and mother Terri have been spending time in the US to support him on the show
The routine began with Witney sitting on Robert’s shoulders before the wildlife warrior guided her to the floor and into an embrace.
The pair looked all business as they energetically swayed their hips, with Robert sporting a serious ‘Blue Steel’ look.
As the pair continued their sizzling routine, Robert turned up the heat even more by ripping his shirt off—much to the delight of the roaring crowd.
Robert was not afraid to flaunt his envy-inducing six-pack, and the roars of approval continued until the routine ended.
Judge Carrie Ann Inaba appeared visibly enamoured with the routine, and she wasted no time in gushing over Robert’s performance.
‘Robert Irwin is all grown up, wow, you’re making me feel like a grandmother,’ she said. ‘Put your shirt back on. Great performance.’
Fellow judge Bruno Tonioli agreed, likening Robert to fellow Australian gym enthusiast Chris Hemsworth.
The duo weren’t without criticism, however, with Derek Hough slamming the routine as ‘rigid’.
‘You’re strong, assertive, a great performer—but I wasn’t fooled by them abs,’ he said, which elicited boos from the audience.
Robert and Witney walked away with an overall score of 22, meaning they slipped into third place in the competition.
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Robert Irwin shares heartbreaking family update while overseas: ‘It’s been a tough week’