Robert Irwin Scores Dream TV Role After Cancellation

has landed what he describes as his dream television job, with the wildlife warrior set to spearhead 's revival of Australian Ninja Warrior.

The 22-year-old celebrity conservationist will co-host the high-octane obstacle course competition alongside Beau Ryan and Georgie Tunny when the revamped series premieres in 2027,

For Robert, the role is more than just another TV hosting gig – it's the fulfilment of a childhood dream.

'I've been a fan since I was a kid,' he told The Daily Telegraph. 'I always dreamt I could do the course myself, but hosting it, this is my foot in the door. This is my audition to be able to run the course.'

The new role marks another major career move for the television star, who has become one of Australia's most in-demand presenters following his stint on ... Get Me Out Of Here!, Channel Ten earlier this year.

Robert said he is selective about the projects he takes on, insisting he only signs up to shows that reflect his values.

'You could ask me to do absolutely anything in the world. I'm not going to do it unless it's a show that I'm a fan of and genuinely enjoy, or it's something that really aligns with a sense of fun, passion and optimism,' he said.

'And there aren't a lot of shows that are reality TV shows... competition shows, that are positive and fun and celebrate something that kids in a living room can look at and look up to.'

The presenter also took aim at the current reality TV landscape, saying many programs fail to provide positive role models for younger viewers.

'Most of the reality shows happening right now, you know, I don't know if I'd want my little niece Grace looking at and going, "ah, this is someone who I want to be".'

He believes Ninja Warrior stands apart by celebrating determination, resilience and everyday Australians pushing themselves to their limits.

'But when you watch something like Ninja Warrior, or when I was part of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here, these sort of shows where we're watching kind of heroes rise, we're watching people that are passionate, that are giving it a go,' he said.

'That are having fun, that are just sort of getting stuck in and trying this. I kind of go, "this is fun".'

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