Robert Irwin’s mom, Terri Irwin, is melting hearts after a sweet moment she shared with Danielle Fishel following her “Dancing with the Stars” emotional elimination. After Fishel and her partner, Pasha Pashkov, were voted off during Week 8, a video shared by Parade caught a quiet exchange between the Boy Meets World alum and Terri inside the ballroom.

The touching video, later shared online, showed Terri pulling Fishel into a warm hug and whispering words of comfort as the crowd began to disperse.

While their conversation couldn’t be heard, their bond was unmistakable. Fishel appeared visibly moved, taking a deep breath and placing her hand over her heart as Terri smiled reassuringly. The simple act of kindness from the Irwin matriarch quickly captured fans’ attention and their hearts.

Robert’s Sister Bindi reacted to the video and wrote: “Mum ❤️❤️❤️ Always the most kind and comforting human being. All the love for Danielle.”

Once the moment surfaced online, fans quickly flooded social media with praise for Terri’s compassionate gesture.

Fishel replied directly, writing, “Love your whole family so much,” showing just how deep the connection between the Irwins and the Boy Meets World star runs.

Fans continued the love fest online, with one commenting, “How lucky are we that we get to be alive at the same time as the Irwins.”

Another fan wrote, “The Irwin’s are so special, they all have the biggest hearts ❤️❤️❤️…I am rooting for Robert to win, not only is he one of the great dancers, but his heart has won me 🥹.”

Another shared, “She is everyone’s mom,” while one viewer added, “Can Terri Irwin just be America’s mom at this point?”

Another comment read: “The Irwin’s may be the kindest, most loving family on this planet. 😍”

A fan summed it up perfectly: “I saw a reel earlier today of Robert talking about how sad it was that Danielle was leaving, how proud she should be of what she had done, and that he considers a real friend. He learned that from his mum! The Irwins are the best!”

“Live by example – the Irwin Family is a perfect example of how humans should treat one another! Best wishes to Danielle ❤️” wrote another fan.

Viewers Say the Irwins Embody Kindness

The heartwarming moment also made its way to Reddit, where “DWTS” fans continued to shower Terri with love. “Terri is precious and must be protected at all costs. Dani, too,” one user wrote. Another added, “Oh, Terri… she looks like she’s comforting her own child.”

As one fan put it: “When in doubt, what would the Irwins do? Here’s your answer.”

Terri Irwin’s simple act of kindness reminded viewers everywhere why the Irwins remain one of the most beloved families on television, always leading with love, empathy, and heart.