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.

• The preparation and emotion behind his powerful final performance with Lily Cornish
• The personal story behind the “Native Tongue” routine and why it was so important to him
• His early life journey, leaving home at 17 to pursue dance and turning away from a difficult path
• His twin brother Jesse, and growing up being the “less famous” twin
• The highs and surprises of his Dancing with the Stars experience
• Working with Lynne McGranger on Home and Away and her legacy ahead of Irene’s farewell
• What’s next for his character on Home and Away
• Where he wants to go next, with acting, dancing, and music all in his creative arsenal

Kyle’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.

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.

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