On Wednesday, Robert Irwin, the 20-year-old celebrity conservationist, delivered a vital message to Australians.
The host of “I’m A Celebrity” used Instagram to emphasize the importance of checking beneath gym equipment before beginning a workout.
In a video shared on the platform, Robert offers viewers a close-up view of some old weights in his home gym. As he lifts one of the weights, a large huntsman spider is uncovered, hiding underneath.
“Hi, this is Robert, and I’m going to show you why you should always check under your weights before that next set,” he begins. The video then cuts to Robert getting up close and personal with the spider, commenting, “Good form, buddy. Keep it up.” Robert shared the video on his Instagram account with the humorous caption: “He’s just trying to be a good gym bro… always leg day for this guy.”
This light-hearted social media update contrasts with a more serious reaction earlier in the week, when Robert received criticism from vegetarians and vegans for his involvement in a Twisties campaign.
The wildlife conservationist appeared in a new advertisement urging snack enthusiasts to vote for their preferred Twisties flavor: Chicken or Cheese. In the video, Robert passionately endorsed the chicken flavor, while singer G Flip, aged 30, championed cheese.
“To all my chookstituants! I say chicken is the people’s Twistie!” Robert declared from a podium.
G Flip retorted, “Cheese has carried chicken on its delicious shoulders for far too long! No more cluckin’ lies.”
Chicken Twisties contain at least three ingredients derived from animals, including chicken fat and whey powder. “Weird guy to get to do this kind of advert tbh,” one user wrote.
Another commented, “Why are you pushing for chicken if you are such an animal lover? No animals have to die for cheese.”
It comes after Robert announced the loss of a cherished member of the Irwin family: their beloved pet chicken, Nacho. Nacho had become a familiar figure to those who follow the Irwin family’s adventures and daily life.
In a heartfelt video message, Robert shared, “Hi guys, very sad news to report. Unfortunately, our gorgeous little chicken Nacho, who I know you all fell in love with, and we love so much, sadly passed away.”
He reminisced about Nacho, describing her as “a beautiful old chook who lived a lot of great years,” emphasizing the deep affection the family had for her and the sorrow they feel at her passing.