An unforgettable chapter is coming to an end in Summer Bay — and fans around the world are heartbroken.
After decades of loyalty, wisdom, and unforgettable moments, beloved character Irene Roberts is saying goodbye in what is being called one of the most emotional episodes in Home and Away history.
💬 “I’ve given everything… but now it’s time to go.”
The farewell promo opens with Irene’s voice trembling as she looks out over the bay, her home for so many years. The sun is setting, casting a golden glow over familiar faces: Alf, Marilyn, John… all holding back tears. A soft, nostalgic piano score underscores a touching montage of Irene’s most iconic moments — her strength, her sass, her unconditional love.
But the reason for her sudden goodbye is devastating: a shocking medical diagnosis.
After weeks of hiding symptoms and undergoing tests in secret, Irene has received life-changing news. Rather than spend her final days in and out of hospital, she chooses to leave Summer Bay on her own terms — with grace, dignity, and love.
🌅 “I want to remember this place as my home, not as a hospital.”
In a moving final scene, the entire community gathers to honour Irene — sharing laughter, tears, and memories on the veranda of the diner. As she prepares to leave, Irene gives each of her closest friends a handwritten note, a final embrace, and a quiet thank-you.
But not everything is peaceful. There’s an emotional outburst from one of her former foster children, a mysterious letter left unopened, and a goodbye kiss that fans didn’t see coming.
😢 Fans react: “Home and Away will never be the same”
Social media has exploded with emotion. Hashtags like #GoodbyeIrene, #SummerBayLegend, and #ThankYouLynneMcGranger (referring to the actress who has portrayed Irene for over 30 years) are trending worldwide.
“She was the heart of the Bay. I’m sobbing.”
“Irene deserved a peaceful life, not this heartbreaking end.”
“No one comforted like Irene. I feel like I’m losing a real friend.”
🕊️ Is this the end… or just goodbye for now?
While the promo paints Irene’s departure as final, some eagle-eyed fans are holding onto hope. The episode ends with a subtle clue — a half-burned photo and a mysterious phone call — that suggests Irene’s story might not be completely over.
But for now, it’s farewell. Irene leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and fierce loyalty — and Home and Away will never be the same without her.
📺 Don’t miss this special event episode — a tearful farewell to a Summer Bay icon.
A legacy ends… but her impact lives on.
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