Robert Irwin, the 21-year-old Australian TV presenter, recently shared a photoshoot on Instagram that ignited a flurry of playful comments from his admirers. The photos, posted on December 1st, 2024, featured Irwin in a casual outfit of blue jeans and a white tank top, prompting fans to express their admiration in humorous ways.
One commenter, a 71-year-old, exclaimed, “Holy moly, I’ve never wanted to be a crocodile so badly!” Another fan jokingly questioned their newfound attraction, writing, “Anyone else just now discover they are a cougar?” These lighthearted remarks reflect the positive reception of Irwin’s photoshoot.
Irwin, who co-hosts the Australian version of “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” with Julia Morris, reviewed the comments alongside Morris and Australian comedian Jimmy Rees, finding amusement in the fans’ reactions.
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In May 2024, Irwin explained that he enjoyed stepping “out of the khakis” for the photoshoot, which was featured in the Australian magazine Stellar. The original post on Irwin’s Instagram also garnered numerous compliments, with one fan remarking on his resemblance to a combination of his father, Brad Pitt, and Prince Harry. Another commenter humorously noted that “Robert Irwin’s thirst trap was not on my 2024 list.”
Beyond the playful photoshoot, Irwin continues to make headlines. In November, he was honored with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds in Sydney, Australia. The unveiling was particularly poignant as his figure was placed next to that of his late father, Steve Irwin. Overcome with emotion, Robert shared that it was “the first time in a long time that he’s not just a picture,” according to video footage from News.com.au.
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Tragically, Steve Irwin died from a stingray attack in 2006 at the age of 44, when Robert was only two years old. Steve and his wife Terri owned the Australia Zoo, where Robert and his sister Bindi now work to continue their father’s legacy in wildlife conservation. Robert has often spoken about missing his father and wondering what advice he would offer. His dedication to conservation and his public presence continue to honor Steve Irwin’s memory.
