“He knows how special it is.”

Robert Irwin’s star is shining brighter than ever after winning Dancing With The Stars US’ Mirrorball Trophy and preparing to host his third season of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Australia in 2026. With such a high profile, it should come as no surprise that he’s reportedly earning a whopping seven-figure salary for the gig.

With rumours circulating that some US shows are eyeing Robert to appear on American show, Robert’s reported I’m a Celebrity fee should likely keep him put for a while. New Idea reported that he’s receiving about three million dollars to host the popular Australian reality show.

“That’s genuinely the ballpark he’s playing in now,” a source told the publication. “A lot of American shows approaching him are hovering around that figure.”

Robert Irwin and Julia Morris on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten.
The insider said that despite his high fee, Network Ten are fairly confident that they can keep Robert for future I’m a Celebrity seasons.

“He’s made it very clear the door isn’t closed,” the insider said. “He’s even joked about doing mates rates for the I’m A Celeb team in the future if everything aligns.”

They added that Robert is really happy working on the season and gets along great with the entire crew.

“Robert absolutely loves the I’m A Celeb family,” a well-placed insider reveals. “He adored the crew, the energy, the audience response, and he honestly felt at home there.”

“He just loves the franchise,” the insider explains. “He knows how special it is. If Network Ten green-lights more seasons and schedules line up, don’t rule him out. He’d happily talk about coming back.”

Robert Irwin and Julia Morris on I’m a Celebrity. Image: Ten.

How much do the I’m a Celebrity Australia 2026 contestants get paid?

Every year, the I’m a Celebrity contestants compete for their chosen charity, but they also receive a financial incentive for themselves.

Woman’s Day has reported that the biggest names in the 2026 cast can pocket up to $250,000, while the rest of the cast is expected to earn salaries in the five-figure range.

“You’re not just fighting for your charity at that point; you’re fighting to make all of the agreed rate,” a source told the publication.

I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here Australia 2026 premieres on January 18 on Channel 10 and 10Play.