Bindi Irwin's boyfriend Chandler Powell is 'jealous of her relationship with Dancing With The Stars partner Derek Hough and fears she will stay in Hollywood'
She regularly pays tribute to him as one of the most supportive influences in her life.
But Bindi Irwin's teenage boyfriend Chandler Powell has reportedly grown insecure of their relationship, fearing she may leave him for Hollywood after finding fame in the U.S.
The 19-year-old is said to have become jealous of the close bond Bindi, 17, shares with her partner Derek Hough and is apparently afraid of being cast aside as his girlfriend's star continues to rise.
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Young love: While Bindi and her boyfriend Chandler Powell appear to be as in love as ever, insiders claim the pro wake-boarder is jealous of her relationship with Derek Hough
A source told Woman's Day that despite accompanying Bindi to rehearsals and nursing her injuries, the wake-boarder from Florida is 'worried' he may lose her to Hollywood's bright lights.
'He says he can't compete with guys like Derek. Poor Chandler is feeling very insecure - and there seems to be nothing Bindi can do about it,' they said.
'She tries to reassure him, but he's convinced she's going to dump him,' the source added.
Bond: Bindi and her 30-year-old Dancing With The Stars partner Derek have become fast friends
Hard at work: The pair have spent countless hours together rehearsing for their dazzling performances
Yesterday however Bindi appeared as in love as ever with her American beau, posting a gushing tribute to Chandler on Instagram to celebrate his birthday.
'Happy birthday to a person who inspires me every day. A soul who makes me smile no matter where I am in the world, despite any amount of distance,' she wrote alongside a black and white photograph of the pair.
'Thank you for the endless hugs, late night conversations about life, holding my hand when a loud noise scares me and laughing along with all of my bindi moments,' she gushed.
Gushing: Despite the claims, Bindi appeared more in love than ever before when she shared this photograph of herself and her boyfriend to celebrate his birthday
And while Bindi has held nothing back in her praise for Hough, it seems the pair share a more platonic bond.
Thanking him for his support earlier this week, Bindi said: 'No matter what happens @derekhough manages to make every day in the studio fun.
'Even when I'm super tired he gives me strength and encourages me to keep trying my best and always believe.
'You're the greatest big brother I could ever ask for.'
Daily Mail Australia has contacted representatives for Bindi and Chandler for further comment.
Making waves: The 17-year-old has dazzled judges with her performances, achieving near perfect scores every week
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