Robert Irwin, the beloved Australian wildlife conservationist, is reportedly facing serious concerns about burnout as he struggles to manage an increasingly demanding work schedule that spans multiple continents and high-profile television projects.
A Schedule Pushing Limits
According to reports from New Idea magazine, the 21-year-old son of the late Steve Irwin is showing visible signs of strain while currently filming Dancing With The Stars in the United States while simultaneously preparing to begin work on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here next month.
An alleged close source has revealed that the typically cheerful television personality appeared agitated and not himself when arriving at recent rehearsals for the dancing competition, sparking worries among those close to him that he may be taking on too many commitments at once.
'The enormous pressure on Robert right now is multifaceted,' the insider disclosed, adding that the young star is attempting to keep everyone happy at his own personal expense.
Missed Milestones and Emotional Moments
The strain on Irwin's schedule has become so significant that it's been claimed he will not attend his own 22nd birthday celebration at Australia Zoo on December 1st - breaking an annual tradition for the Wildlife Warrior - because of his overwhelming workload.
Despite the pressures, Robert's dedication has yielded impressive results on the dance floor. He and his professional partner Witney Carson have regularly topped the DWTS leader board since debuting on the show in September, with many expecting them to reach the grand final later this month.
The emotional toll of his busy schedule became particularly evident last week when Robert broke down in tears during a moving performance on Dancing With The Stars US. The celebrity conservationist left viewers stunned during a touching Foxtrot to Leona Lewis' ballad 'Footprints in the Sand.'
Jungle Challenges Await
Immediately following the DWTS final episode, Robert will face another demanding transition as he flies directly to Johannesburg to begin production in the jungle for I'm A Celebrity, with insiders noting there's 'barely a minute' between filming commitments.
'Robert's schedule is out of control,' the insider alleged, a factor that Network 10 are said to be 'genuinely worried' about. The network has particular concerns that Robert will be too exhausted when he begins filming the jungle-based reality show.
Ten has reportedly moved 'heaven and earth' to accommodate the young star's in-demand work schedule, but fears about his wellbeing persist as he continues to navigate the challenges of his burgeoning television career while honouring his family's conservation legacy.
