Dancing With the Stars’ Robert Irwin Responds to Xochitl Gomez Dating Rumors

Robert Irwin is waltzing away from the rumor mill. 

The Dancing With the Stars contestant expertly dodged a question about whether he’s dating Xochitl Gomez after the pair sparked romance speculation with their intimate dance during the show’s 20th anniversary celebration Nov. 11. 

“Oh my gosh, we had the best time,” Robert told TMZ of performing a jive routine with the Marvel actress for the dance relay portion of the episode. “That dance was so much fun.”

And the 21-year-old emphasized that it was refreshing to do such high-energy choreography with Xochitl—who was one of six Mirrorball Trophy winners to return to Dancing With the Stars for the anniversary special—after performing a foxtrot in tribute to his late father Robert Irwin alongside his pro partner Witney Carson and sister Bindi Irwin earlier in the evening.  

“It was so cool to do two, such distinct dances,” Robert explained. “Like, one that was really slow and heartfelt. And then the dance with Xochitl which was just like energy and fun.”

He added, “She’s the best, it’s been really, really great.”