Robert Irwin easily won Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars. He charmed viewers with his smooth dance moves. However, the Australian native’s dating status was a constant topic of conversation. Fans predicted that his next move would be starring on ABC’s The Bachelor. He was open to the idea, but that was before he met someone new. Keep reading for all the details on his rumored girlfriend.
ABC Put Bachelor Franchise On Pause
The Bachelor Nation franchise has been a staple at ABC for over twenty years. The Bachelor debuted in 2002, followed by many spinoffs. However, a new season of the franchise has yet to air this year. Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of The Bachelorette was yanked from the schedule just days before its March premiere. ABC already released its fall schedule, and the popular reality show isn’t on it.
The network revealed plans to bring new Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise seasons to viewers in 2027. Robert Irwin was the favored pick for Season 20 of The Bachelor, but he’s reportedly off the market. So, who is the lucky lady?
Robert Irwin Debuts New Girlfriend Amid Rumors
Robert Irwin has been famous his whole life. He’s the son of the late “Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin. However, his fame increased significantly after competing on Dancing With the Stars. His time in Hollywood has reportedly caused friction in his family. He will be back on TV soon to host the quest to find the next DWTS pro dancer.
His new girlfriend was spotted getting out of Robert Irwin’s car on the set of the upcoming reality competition. TMZ reported that he is dating wildlife photographer Ashleigh Scully. The alleged new relationship comes two years after his last public relationship. He previously dated Rorie Buckey for about two years before splitting in 2024.
Robert Irwin also has a love of wildlife photography. His rumored girlfriend accompanied him on a deep dive. The group also included Dylan Efron, who competed on the same DWTS season.
According to Us Weekly, Ashleigh Scully studied literature at Texas Christian University. She earned both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in the subject. She reportedly competed as an equestrian while in college. But she resumed a career in photography after graduation.
Ashleigh Scully and Robert Irwin have reportedly been friends for years after having first met in 2019. They haven’t gone public with their romance, but she allegedly traveled with him during the Dancing With The Stars live tour.
With Robert Irwin reportedly off the market, that leaves little chance he’ll be the next Bachelor. Instead, ABC might choose one of Taylor Frankie Paul’s suitors, though viewers never got to meet them. Stay tuned for more on this developing story.
Jennifer Havener grew up in a small town in Upstate New York. She earned her B.A in Writing & Literature from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. She always knew watching reality TV shows and soap operas, particularly ‘Days of Our Lives’, would come in handy someday. When she’s not writing, she’s playing with her dogs, Lola and Ruger