Beloved wildlife conservationist and adored TV-host/personality, Robert Irwin has been winning over the hearts of Aussies for a while now.
Even since the star — who is the son of the late Steve Irwin — was first introduced via television screens as a youngster, the world knew he was going grow up to be a great man, following in the footsteps of his father.
But now, at 21 years of age, we can confirm that he is not only a top-notch bloke, but also quite the heart-throb. Naturally, young ladies around the country are likely wondering whether the animal-wrangling hottie has a GF?
Does Robert Irwin Have a Girlfriend?
Robert has just gone on record with People in April 2025 to confirm that he is currently flying solo, and open to finding a special someone.
“I’m single. It’s funny, I’m at this point in my life where I’m like, I’m so open to that, but I’m just waiting for the stars to align,” he revealed. “Interestingly, my parents, my sister Bindi met her husband [Chandler Powell]. Everyone met here at our wildlife sanctuary,” he continued.
“I look at the couple goals in my life. I look at when my brother-in-law Chandler and my sister Bindi met, it was just meant to be, and when my mum and dad met, it was this crazy serendipitous, amazing moment that just was a fluke… in both instances, they were American tourists that were coming over and visiting the zoo, so I’m waiting. I’m waiting for that American tourist to come into the zoo and for it all to happen!”
So, with all that enthusiasm, do we think he’s been on the market for long? It’s hard to say, but speculation swirled only a month ago that the Aussie hunk may have been in the early days of a blossoming relationship.
A source shared with Woman’s Day earlier this year: “The whispers at the Australia Zoo is that Robert has been seeing a new love interest since around November.” They source predicted he would, “be planning on hard-launching this relationship in the next few weeks prior to I’m a Celebrity,” — although, that never happened…
Rob himself hasn’t broached the rumours, but talk of a potential relationship hit our ears just over six months since he was last linked to fellow Australia Zoo staff member Charlotte Briggs.
While this duo didn’t ever confirm nor deny their romance, photographs obtained by the Daily Mail in July 2024 displayed the pair walking through Sydney Airport alongside Robert’s mother Terri before being photographed later in their hotel lobby sharing a flirty exchange.
Prior, the 21-year-old was most recently loved up with the niece of the late actor, Heath Ledger — Rorie Buckey.
When Did Robert And Rorie Start Dating?
Robert and Rorie began dating in November 2022 and confirmed their relationship in July 2023.
After making their romance public knowledge, Rorie and Robert posted about their first major international event, journeying together to Singapore to attend the 2023 Earthshot Prize Awards.
Robert wrote on his Instagram: “What an unforgettable night presenting at the Earthshot Prize Awards.” He added, “Thank you to His Royal Highness Prince William for having Rorie and I, and a big thanks to the incredible team, fellow presenters and hosts. A night of hope for the future of our environment.”
Rorie later posted a pic on her Instagram, captioned with: “I love doing life with you.”
“I love you Rorie,” Robert replied in the comment section on her post.
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When Did They Split?
In February 2024, Robert and Rorie posted a joint statement on social media confirming they had amicably parted ways after 18 months together.
“We wanted to share that we have decided to go our separate ways but profoundly appreciate all of the time spent together and wish one another the very best into the future,” Robert wrote in an Instagram post.
“We wish to express the gratitude and respect we have for one another as we continue our journeys on different paths.”
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