Robert Irwin, 20, Steps Out with Blonde Actress, 56, Who He Brought as Red Carpet Date, Earning Reactions
Many are buzzing over Robert Irwin’s appearance at an awards ceremony with a 56-year-old actress he brought as his red carpet date. Photos of the colleagues come after he revealed the current status of his love life.
Setting the red carpet of the 64th TV Week Logie Awards ablaze, Robert Irwin, 20, looked dashing in his all-black suit in Sydney, Australia on August 18. The young star was accompanied by famous blonde actress Julia Morris, who looked beautiful in a red dress. The public is raving over the duo’s appearance.
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris at the 64th TV Week Logie Awards in Sydney, Australia on August 18, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Taking to Instagram to share exciting moments from the glitzy affair, Robert shared several glimpses of his and Julia’s time there.
Steve Irwin and Julia Morris posing for a picture at the Logie Awards, posted on August 19, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
From stunning images of the two posing for pictures to footage of the duo acting goofy on the carpet, Robert’s carousel post intrigued his followers. One silly moment was when Robert did the worm dance while his “I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!” co-star got down on the floor.
Robert Irwin doing the worm dance as Julia Morris gets down on the floor, posted on August 19, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
“A night to remember. Thanks @ladyjuliamorris and thank you, Logies. Last pic is a mood,” Robert penned in his caption.
The last photo that the 20-year-old conservationist was referring to in his caption showed a hilarious moment in which he was seen pretending to be asleep on the red carpet and Julia, who looked shocked, appeared as though she had fallen.
Julia Morris and Robert Irwin at the Logie Awards, posted on August 19, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
Robert shared another post of the event on Instagram. This one is a video compilation showcasing more eye-catching moments from the award show. “This is where the fun begins,” Robert expresses to the camera before the video reel begins.
Robert Irwin talking about the fun that was about to ensue at the Logie Awards, posted on August 19, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
From there different snapshots are shown. Robert is seen strutting his stuff on the carpet, spinning around before pointing to the camera for a slow-motion video.
Robert Irwin at the Logie Awards, posted on August 19, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
Other moments feature Robert and Julia exuding dynamic duo energy with their mics as they interact with each other and the fans that were there.
Julia Morris and Robert Irwin interacting with fans at the Logie Awards, posted on August 19, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
Another standout moment captured depicts Robert amid a crowd of people who were cheering on a live band as confetti rained down on them.
Robert Irwin, posted on August 19, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
“Perfect way to spend a Sunday night ππ,” Robert captioned alongside the reel. Upon seeing the posts Robert shared, many flooded social media comment sections with praise.
“Love that you went from our crocodile research trip to the red carpet! What a great night. Super proud of you!” gushed Robert’s doting mom, Terri Irwin.
Bringing Robert’s late legendary father, Steve Irwin, into the mix, a fan wrote, “Your father would be so amazingly proud of the wonderful man you have become.”
“@robertirwinphotography JAMES BOND perhaps??? ππ₯” complimentedanother admirer. Many commended Julia as well, praising her beauty and noting how well-matched she and Robert are as colleagues.
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. | Source: Getty Images
“I wasn’t sure how Julia and Robert would work[.] They seem to click, well done, you are true professionals!π€,” applauded a fan on Instagram.
Echoing the sentiment another supporter swooned, “The two are a match made in heaven love watching you both together enjoy your night and see you back next year.”
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. | Source: Getty Images
One observer seems to think Julia may want to be more than just friends with her co-host as they mentioned, “I don’t know who that lady in the red dress is (who is beautiful btw) but she [low-key] has a crush on you. π.”
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. | Source: Getty Images
Someone who was particularly emotional about Julia and Robert’s appearance commented, “I’m not from Australia who is the beautiful woman he is with and she is such a good sport and in it with him I love this family and literally grieved with them when Steve passed away. Our family was devastated. He is so proud of his family I just know it (sic).”
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. | Source: Getty Images
Steve’s talented son and his 56-year-old co-host had attended the Logies because they were both nominated for awards.
Julia Morris and Steve Irwin in a video about the Logie Award nominations, posted on June 24, 2024 | Source: Instagram/robertirwinphotography
On June 24, Robert posted an Instagram video in which he boasted about how “incredibly honored” he was to have been nominated for the Gold Logie and the Bert Newton Award for Most Popular Presenter. He also made it a point to give his co-host a shoutout for being nominated, too.
Unfortunately, Robert was bested by Australian TV presenter Larry Emdur for the Gold Logie. Emdur also took home the second award Robert was nominated forβthe Bert Newton Award for Most Popular Presenter. Emdur won with his shows “The Chase Australia” and “The Morning Show,” on Seven Network.
Larry Emdur posing with his award at the 64th TV Week Logie Awards in Sydney, Australia on August 18, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Although Robert did not take home any of the awards he was nominated for, he and Julia are still happy with their show “I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!” The duo also enjoy working together.
Speaking about their working relationship with a host from the chat show “The Project,” Robert divulged, “It’s been really cool because it feels like such a collaboration and such a team effort […] It’s really this wonderful kind of chemistry that just all of a sudden, just worked.”
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris speaking about their working relationship. | Source: Facebook/The Project
Continuing, Robert said, “Our friendship is here; we honestly really really do actually like each other, so that’s a big plus.” Chiming in with a joke, Julia marveled at Robert’s patience with her because she said she’s been occasionally told that she is an “acquired taste.”
Robert Irwin and Julia Morris. | Source: Facebook/The Project
The two engaged in more playful banter which ended with Julia pretending to be offended by a joke Robert had made. He quipped about how working on the show with her has been his wildest experience yet, despite him having an extensive background working with wildlife.
Recently, Robert has been riding a high in terms of all the success he has garnered from his career. This juxtaposes the tough time he went through just a few months ago (early 2024) when he called it quits with his former girlfriend Rorie Buckley.
Rorie Buckey and Robert Irwin at the premiere of “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” in Sydney, Australia on July 3, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
After over a year of dating, Rorie and Robert constructed a joint statement announcing their breakup, which got shared on Robert’s since-expired Instagram Story.
“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 all the very best into the future,” reads a part of their statement.
Rorie Buckey and Robert Irwin. | Source: Getty Images
The ex-couple also made it clear how much gratitude and respect they hold for each other as they continue on their own journeys. “We won’t be commenting further on this, and really appreciate your respect and privacy at this time,” they concluded.
Robert and the late and great Heath Ledger’s niece had first been romantically linked back in November 2022. However, they had only gone public in July of the following year (2023) at the Sydney premiere of “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.”
Rorie Buckey and Robert Irwin. | Source: Getty Images
Rorie had also gotten close with Robert’s family, particularly with his older sister, Bindi Irwin. Robert’s ex was even featured in one of Bindi’s social media posts where she called Rorie a “beautiful friend,” and the “sweetest soul.”
While Robert Irwin has yet to share whether or not he remains single after his and Rorie’s split, it wasn’t all that long ago when he revealed the romantic status of another Irwin family member.
In March of this year (2024), Robert and his mom, Terri, came forward to address the swirling rumors surrounding her dating life since the untimely death of his father.
Robert and Terri Irwin celebrating Robert’s 17th birthday at the Australia Zoo on December 1, 2020. | Source: Getty Images
Despite numerous reports linking her to over thirty individuals, one of whom was rumored to be King Charles III, Robert dismissed all such claims as “absolute nonsense.”
In a previous candid discussion about the topic, Terri humorously shed light on her personal life, remarking, “I have a lot of quiet evenings with a nice, big, juicy pizza.”
Terri Irwin at the 2023 Steve Irwin Gala Dinner. | Source: Getty Images
Regardless of the public’s curiosity and the occasional rumor, such as the one that emerged six years ago suggesting a romantic connection with actor Russell Crowe, Terri remains a single woman.
Maintaining her characteristic humor, she clarified that she and Russell were merely friends, recounting how the actor reached out to her in bemusement over the rumors.
Russell Crowe and Terri Irwin at the 2007 Australia Week Gala in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Reflecting more deeply on the matter, Terri revealed the bond formed between Russell and Steve years ago. She highlighted the actor’s steadfast support for her family through challenging times, including efforts to protect their conservation reserve from potential threats. All-in-all, Terri warmly regardsRussell as a “dear friend.”
Terri and Steve Irwin at the “Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course” Australia Premiere in September 2002. | Source: Getty Images
Amid her responsibilities running the Australia Zoo and starring in an Animal Planet series, Terri has expressed little interest in rekindling romance. “I think it’s wonderful when people who have lost someone find love again, but I’m not personally looking, and I haven’t been on a date in 27 years,” she stated in 2018.
Terri Irwin at the Steve Irwin Gala to support the Wildlife Warriors conservationist organization in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Instead, Terri reminisced about her “happily ever after” with Steve, whom she met in 1991 and married just eight months later. The couple’s profound connection and shared passion for wildlife conservation blessed them with two children, Bindi Irwin and Robert, before Steve’s life was cut short in 2006.
Bindi, Terri and Steve Irwin at the “Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course” Australia Premiere in September 2002. | Source: Getty Images
The unexpected nature of Steve’s accident left a profound impact on Terri and their children, prompting the family to adopt nightly rituals that focused on positive reflections and acts of kindness.
Terri believes that this practice has been crucial in their healing process, allowing them to shift focus outward and begin to heal through service to others and dedication to the causes Steve held dear.
Terri, Bindi, and Robert Irwin with Chandler Powell at the 2023 Steve Irwin Gala Dinner. | Source: Getty Images
As the Irwin family continues to navigate life without Steve, Terri has remained a pillar of strength and continues to emphasize the importance of carrying forward Steve’s legacy and passion for conservation. She frequently reflects on Steve’s full and vibrant life, expressing a desire to live just as fully and meaningfully as he did.