Listen "Kyle Shilling (Dancing with the Stars)"
Episode Synopsis
Dancing with the Stars 2025 has officially wrapped, and what a sensational finale it was. After weeks of dazzling routines, celebrity surprises, and high-stakes eliminations, it was Home and Away star Kyle Shilling who emerged victorious, taking home the mirrorball trophy in one of the most memorable finales in the show’s history.Dancing alongside professional partner Lily Cornish, Kyle brought the audience to tears—and to their feet—with a deeply personal and powerful final performance. The routine, set to “Native Tongue”, fused contemporary dance with cultural storytelling and even featured Kyle playing the didgeridoo live on stage.Judge Helen declared it “one of the best performances” she’s ever seen on the show, and it earned a perfect score from the panel. But beyond the glitter and gold, Kyle’s win was also one with heart—he secured $20,000 for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, a cause close to his heart.In this exclusive podcast interview with TV Central, Kyle Shilling opens up about the road to the finale, the meaning behind that final performance, and what’s next in his already impressive career.🎧 In This Episode of TV Central: One on One, Kyle Shilling Talks About:The preparation and emotion behind his powerful final performance with Lily CornishThe personal story behind the “Native Tongue” routine and why it was so important to himHis early life journey, leaving home at 17 to pursue dance and turning away from a difficult pathHis twin brother Jesse, and growing up being the “less famous” twinThe highs and surprises of his Dancing with the Stars experienceWorking with Lynne McGranger on Home and Away and her legacy ahead of Irene’s farewellWhat’s next for his character on Home and AwayWhere he wants to go next, with acting, dancing, and music all in his creative arsenalKyle’s final performance wasn’t just a competition piece—it was a cultural moment. His passion, vulnerability, and artistic expression resonated with viewers across the country.“While it was deeply personal for you,” host Aaron Ryan told Kyle, “it resonated far beyond the dancefloor… it connected with audiences across the country.”Kyle Shilling continues to inspire as both a performer and a voice for Indigenous representation in mainstream media—and if this season of Dancing with the Stars is anything to go by, he’s just getting started.🎙️ Listen to the full interview now on the TV Central podcast.📺 Catch Kyle on Home and Away, Monday to Thursday at 7pm on Seven and 7plus.👉 For more TV interviews, streaming updates, ratings, and entertainment news, head to www.tvcentral.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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