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Robert Irwin

Robert Clarence Irwin is an Australian conservationist, zookeeper, wildlife photographer, and television presenter.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Robert Clarence Irwin is an Australian conservationist, zookeeper, wildlife photographer, and television presenter. He is the son of Steve Irwin and Terri Irwin, and is associated with Australia Zoo in Queensland. He has also appeared in wildlife-focused television and media projects.

Early life

Robert Irwin was born in Buderim, Queensland, on 1 December 2003. He is the younger child of conservationists Steve and Terri Irwin.

Career

He works in wildlife conservation and at Australia Zoo, and has appeared as a television presenter and wildlife photographer. His public profile is closely linked to continuing the work of his father.

Public image

Irwin is widely identified with wildlife education and conservation media. He has appeared in television projects and promotional appearances related to animals and conservation.

Family and personal life

He is part of the Irwin family associated with Australia Zoo. Publicly available sources identify his residence with the zoo property in Beerwah, Queensland.

Key facts

  • Robert Irwin was born on 1 December 2003 in Buderim, Queensland, Australia.
  • He is the son of Steve Irwin and Terri Irwin.
  • He works at Australia Zoo in Beerwah, Queensland.
  • He is known as a wildlife conservationist, wildlife photographer, and television presenter.
  • Australia Zoo states that Robert and his family live at the zoo property in Beerwah.
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Canadian context

Robert Irwin has a Canadian audience through wildlife television, social media, and entertainment coverage, especially among viewers familiar with the Irwin family and conservation media.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Robert Irwin?
He was born on 1 December 2003, so he is 22 years old as of 23 July 2026.
Who is Robert Irwin's girlfriend?
Recent sources do not confirm that he has a current girlfriend. He was previously linked to Rorie Buckey, and reports said they broke up in early 2024.
What is Robert Irwin's net worth?
A reliable, clearly sourced net worth figure was not found in the provided results. Any specific number should be treated cautiously unless confirmed by a reputable financial source.
Where does Robert Irwin live?
Australia Zoo states that Robert and his family live at Australia Zoo in Beerwah, Queensland, Australia.
Is Robert Irwin married?
No reliable source in the provided results indicates that he is married, and the available reports describe him as single or not publicly partnered.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Irwin
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, and family background.
  2. Australia Zoo — https://australiazoo.com.au/about-us/the-irwins/robert/
    Supports: Biography, occupation, and residence at Australia Zoo in Beerwah, Queensland.
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/robert-irwin/
    Supports: Biography, age, birthplace, and career as a television personality.
  4. People — https://people.com/all-about-steve-irwin-kids-11810210
    Supports: Family background and involvement with Australia Zoo.
  5. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/robert-irwin-familymember.html
    Supports: Relationship history and report that he dated Rorie Buckey and later broke up.
  6. BiographyKind — https://www.biographykind.com/robert-irwin-bio-age-early-life-career-family/
    Supports: Reported current residence and relationship status; used cautiously because it is a secondary source.