Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRobert Irwin spoke about his friendship with the Prince of Wales, describing him as a "down-to-earth human being". Appearing on This Morning, Irwin, an ambassador for Prince William’s Earthshot Prize, stated he has "become best mates with our future King". He shared an anecdote about Prince William calling him during Dancing With The Stars rehearsals to wish him luck. Irwin humorously told hosts Cat Deely and Ben Shephard that he has Prince William's number "on speed dial". In fullRobert Irwin describes ‘amazing’ friendship with Prince William: ‘We’ve become best mates!’Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in