Bindi Irwin pays emotional dance tribute to dad

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Bindi Irwin has performed an emotional tribute to her late father, Steven Irwin, on the US version of Dancing with the Stars.

The 17-year-old danced with show partner Derek Hough to The Police's 'Every Step You Take', for the show's themed 'Most Memorable Year' episode.

Irwin chose to pay tribute to her father, who is famously remembered as Australia's Crocodile Hunter.

Her dance had the audience, including her mother and younger brother, in tears.

Judges applauded the performance, calling it "breathtaking".

Watch the video to see Bindi Irwin's performance.

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