Summer Bay will bid farewell to Irene Roberts, with the news that Lynne McGranger is leaving Home and Away.
Lynne has been a regular on the soap since 1993, making her the longest-standing female cast member in an Australian soap.
“After almost 33 years in my dream role and working every day with people who I love, respect and whom I now consider family, it’s bittersweet to be closing the chapter on what has been the best and longest gig of my life,” Lynne said in a statement released on February 23.
“I am forever grateful to the best production crew in the world and to our genius writers – whose doors are always open – for everything they have done for Irene over the past 33-odd years, and I am so proud of the storyline which will see Irene out of the Bay. Above all, a massive, heartfelt thank you to the fans for your continued love and support.”
Home and Away’s Executive Producer, Julie McGauran, celebrated Lynne’s time on the soap in a statement.
“What a pure joy and privilege it has been for all at Home and Away to work with the wonderfully talented, witty, funny and kind Lynne McGranger,” she began.
“Lynne’s extraordinary portrayal of down-to-earth Irene Roberts is why the character is held with such great affection by fans around the world. Lynne will always be a much-loved member of the Home and Away family, her friendship to all is truly cherished and we wish her all the best for what’s next in her bright, bright future.”
When will Lynne McGranger leave Home and Away?
It’s been confirmed that Lynne will film her last scenes at the end of March, but those won’t air until later this year.
Home and Away generally films about five to six months in advance, which suggests that the storyline of Irene’s departure from the bay will play out in mid-2025.
Lynne will be taking some time off after wrapping up Home and Away, before touring Australia again for the comedy musical Grandparents Club.
Home and Away airs Mondays – Thursdays at 7pm and Channel 7 and 7Plus.
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