Four-year-old Grace Warrior stole the show at a recent “Dancing with the Stars” rehearsal, adding an extra dose of cuteness to her uncle Robert Irwin’s preparations for tonight’s competition. Bindi Irwin brought her daughter along to the studio, where she received impromptu dance lessons from Robert and his professional partner Witney Carson.
The heartwarming moment was captured in a video shared by Robert on Instagram. Dressed in a sparkling black dress with emerald green accents, Grace followed Carson’s instructions with enthusiastic precision, learning basic steps like footwork and gliding across the ballroom floor. Robert mirrored her moves, adding playful spins that sent Grace giggling with delight.
“That was a ten!” Robert exclaimed, holding up his hand to signal a perfect score, as Grace beamed at her newfound dance prowess. Carson later lifted Grace high for a twirling sequence, prompting an adorable clap from the enthusiastic little dancer after each turn. Later in the clip, Grace runs to the mirror, striking ballerina poses that Robert and Carson playfully mimicked behind her before culminating with an impromptu bow to her own applause – clearly earning a full house of hearts from anyone watching.
The video sparked a wave of “aww” responses from fans who praised Grace’s infectious joy and confidence. Bindi commented on the post, highlighting that “Dance Class” with Robert and Carson was Grace’s favorite part, adding a GIF of a penguin proudly displaying a “10” scorecard.
The occasion resonated even deeper for Robert, who shared it brought back memories of watching his older sister Bindi win the coveted Mirrorball trophy on “DWTS” in 2015. He described the experience as “a full circle moment,” emphasizing how fortunate he felt to have Grace as his niece and share these special moments with her.
This heartwarming rehearsal glimpse provides a behind-the-scenes look at a family deeply invested in each other’s successes, fostering a supportive environment that extends beyond the dance floor. With this kind of encouragement swirling around him, Robert is sure to shine brightly during tonight’s competition.
