In the run-up to the big day, the topic of conversation at the Logies was when Robert Irwin was likely to arrive at the event.
But on Sunday, the 20-year-old Gold Logie candidate did not appear as expected with his “helicopter mom” Terri on his arm.
Instead, Steve Irwin’s son walked the red carpet at Star City Sydney with his “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here” co-host Julia Morris.
Wildlife Warrior Robert appeared elegantly in a dark tuxedo for his appearance on the red carpet.
Julia, 56, looked stunning in a red dress as she strutted into Sydney’s Star City.
Irwin is the “hot favourite” for the Gold Logie at the 64th annual TV Week Logie Awards on Sunday night.
In June, sources told Daily Mail Australia that the prominent environmentalist would be accompanied by his mother and matriarch of the Irwin family, Terri, despite recent backlash from fans who say the two are “inseparable.”
Producers of the show “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!”, which Robert co-hosts with Julia Morris, are said to be concerned that the fact he is carrying his 59-year-old mother on his arm “could cause a huge blow up among his closest fans”.
In the run-up to the big day, the topic of conversation at the Logies was when Robert Irwin was likely to attend the event. Pictured with Julia Morris
Handsome Robert is shocked when he sees his co-star from “I’m a Celebrity”
But on Sunday, the 20-year-old Gold Logie nominee did not appear with “helicopter mom” Terri on his arm as expected. Instead, Steve Irwin’s son walked the red carpet at Star City Sydney with his co-host of “I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here”, Julia Morris (pictured right).
“The son of the late Steve Irwin is arguably Australia’s most talked-about ‘bachelor’ in television and everyone knows he would have no trouble finding a date, so his decision seems a little odd,” the insider said.
“He told the producers of ‘I’m a Celebrity’ that he wanted to spend the evening’s celebrations with his mother, who has been his most supportive.”
They continued: “However, producers believe his decision will cause a huge backlash among his diehard fans.”
Wildlife Warrior Robert appeared elegantly in a dark tuxedo on the red carpet
“Mother and son travel everywhere together and since his separation from Lorie Buckey, they seem to be closer friends than ever.”
“It’s a strange dynamic when a 20-year-old boy is so attached to his mother, and many feel it’s time for Robert to break away from her mother,” the insider added.
There has been much speculation among industry insiders as to who Robert would choose as his arm at the Logies this year, as most attendees are not allowed to bring guests.
Julia, 56, looked stunning in a red dress as she strutted into Sydney’s Star City
Pictured: Robert’s mother Terri Irwin
Irwin is the “hot favourite” for the Gold Logie at the 64th annual TV Week Logie Awards on Sunday night
“That’s how crowded the awards ceremony is tonight – the venue simply doesn’t have enough space,” the source said.
“Only Gold Logie nominees are guaranteed the opportunity to bring a family member or friend. Typically, the nominee brings their partner.”
“These conversations are usually discussed internally and there is an unspoken rule that you need ‘network approval’ for the people you bring with you.”
Producers of I’m a Celebrity: Get Me Out of Here, which Robert co-hosts with Julia Morris, are said to be concerned that him carrying his 59-year-old mother on his arm “could cause a huge blow to his closest fans”.
There has been much speculation among industry insiders as to who Robert would have at his side at the Logies this year, as most attendees are not allowed to bring guests.
“The awards ceremony is so crowded – the venue simply doesn’t have enough space,” the source said.
“Only Gold Logie nominees are guaranteed the opportunity to bring a family member or friend. Normally the nominee brings their partner.
“These conversations are usually conducted internally, with the unspoken rule that you need ‘network approval’ for the people you bring in.”
