Robert Irwin Wins ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 34

After an exciting season, Dancing With the Stars crowned Robert Irwin and his partner Witney Carson as the champions of Season 34 on November 25, 2025. The finale, co-hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, aired on ABC and featured performances from the final five couples.

The Finale Performances

The top five couples – Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy, Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach, Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten, Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa, and Robert Irwin and Witney Carson – each performed three routines throughout the evening: a judges’ choice dance, an instant dance challenge, and a freestyle round [Source: The Hollywood Reporter].

A Star-Studded Evening

The finale wasn’t just about the final five. The entire cast of Season 34 returned for a special performance, and Season 33 champions Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson too took to the dance floor [Source: TODAY]. Eliminated contestants included Secret Lives of Mormon Wives stars Jen Affleck and Whitney Leavitt, author Hilaria Baldwin, retired NBA star Baron Davis, actor Corey Feldman, Danielle Fishel, Scott Hoying, Lauren Jauregui, and Andy Richter.

Irwin’s Emotional Victory

Robert Irwin and Witney Carson ultimately took home the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy. An emotional Irwin, through tears, expressed his gratitude, stating, “My sister said it best, ‘Thank you for changing my life!'” Carson added her appreciation, saying, “I’m so grateful for Robert.” [Source: TODAY]

Grand Finale Recap

The RTÉ broadcast of the grand finale on March 15, 2026, followed the culmination of eleven weeks of competition [Source: RTÉ]. The event showcased the talent and dedication of all the contestants, but it was Robert Irwin and Witney Carson who captivated the judges and viewers alike.