- The Prince of Wales made a surprise video cameo on Dancing With The Stars to offer encouragement to Earthshot Prize ambassador Robert Irwin.
- William light-heartedly told Irwin and his dance partner Witney Carson that he was missing Irwin at the Earthshot awards but wished them the best of luck, stating they had a 'seriously good chance of winning it'.
- Irwin had to miss the Earthshot awards ceremony in Rio de Janeiro due to his commitments with the popular dance competition.
- Following the royal encouragement, Irwin and Carson achieved a perfect score for their Foxtrot performance.
- Robert Irwin touchingly dedicated his perfect-scoring dance to his late father, wildlife conservationist Steve Irwin.
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