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The gist

Robert Irwin hosted the Logies as youngest ever host, then won an award. Critics and fellow celebs slammed his jokes, but fans praise his new TV role.

Background

Robert Irwin, son of the late Steve Irwin, is a wildlife conservationist and TV personality. He recently hosted the Logie Awards, becoming the youngest ever host, and also won an award. His opening monologue included jokes about celebrities like Karl Stefanovic and Dave Hughes, which drew criticism from broadcaster Kate Langbroek and a response from Stefanovic. Meanwhile, Irwin's new hosting role on 'Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro' has been well-received by fans.

How it unfolded

  1. Nov 25, 2025Robert Irwin and Witney Carson win Season 34 of 'Dancing with the Stars' with a score of 89 out of 90.
  2. Aug 19, 2026Kate Langbroek slams Robert Irwin's Logies jokes as 'pitiful' on a radio show.
  3. Aug 21, 2026Karl Stefanovic hits back at Robert Irwin's Logies swipe with a 'brutal snub'.
  4. Aug 24, 2026Reports surface that Robert Irwin keeps his love life private amid Bachelor rumors.
  5. Aug 25, 2026Robert Irwin praised for revealing behind-the-scenes of his new TV role on 'Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro'.

Who’s saying what

Critics
Kate Langbroek called Irwin's jokes 'pitiful' and Karl Stefanovic implied he did better.
Fans
Viewers praised Irwin's behind-the-scenes look at his new hosting role, saying he has found his calling.

Still unverified

Bachelor rumors about Robert Irwin's love life are unconfirmed.

Sources

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