Home and Away Spoilers: Sonny Warns Theo About Gage & Lacey | 21 May 2025 Episode Preview
- Posted on 18 May, 2025
Sonny Baldwin (played by Ryan Bown) has warned Theo Poulos (Matt Evans) that it’s time to get uninvolved with the River Boys and their dodgy doings on Home and Away (1:45pm – see our TV Guide for listings).
Unfortunately, Theo is refusing to see sense.
Garage mechanic Theo has already made a load of money by fixing-up stolen cars for gang member Gage Reynolds (Tom Wilson).
Plus, he has also started secretly hooking-up with Gage’s girlfriend, Lacey Miller (Sophea Pennington)!
On today’s episode of the Aussie soap, Sonny tries to convince Theo to sell the car he’s been busy fixing up.
However, Theo has his sights set on chasing more money by street racing with his own vehicle…
When Sonny goes in search of Theo, he is alarmed to witness him and Lacey kissing in her car!
Meanwhile, for some reason Gage is not happy with Theo and goes looking for him at Summer Bay Auto.
Uh-oh.
Is Gage about to find out the truth about Theo and Lacey?
Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger) remains unaware that her long-time friend, John Palmer (Shane Withington), has temporarily stepped away from the Bay to avoid interfering with her recovery.
Marilyn Chambers (Emily Symons) and Leah Patterson (Ada Nicodemou) have been keeping the truth from Irene.
But will Irene find out about the noble sacrifice John has secretly made to help the recovering alcoholic?
The drama in Summer Bay is heating up fast, and Home and Away fans are in for another thrilling episode filled with secrets, lies, and explosive betrayals. As Theo Poulos walks a dangerous path, he’s playing with fire — and it might soon burn everything around him.
Garage mechanic Theo Poulos (Matt Evans) has found himself deeper than ever in the criminal underworld — and no amount of warnings seems to be getting through to him. Despite close friend Sonny Baldwin (Ryan Bown) urging him to pull out of the River Boys’ dangerous dealings, Theo has made it clear: he’s not ready to walk away. Not when there’s easy cash and adrenaline-fueled street races calling his name.
But it’s not just about the cars anymore.
A Betrayal Brewing
Theo has been secretly hooking up with Lacey Miller (Sophea Pennington), who just so happens to be the girlfriend of volatile River Boy Gage Reynolds (Tom Wilson). It’s a reckless and emotional gamble that Theo knows could cost him dearly if discovered — but lust, excitement, and rebellion are clouding his judgment.
On today’s episode, things spiral even further.
Sonny tries one last time to knock some sense into his friend. He urges Theo to sell the car he’s been fixing up — the same car linked to their underground dealings — and walk away before it’s too late. But Theo refuses. In fact, he doubles down on his plan to race the car in a high-stakes street race, hungry for more money and glory.
And that’s not the only thing he’s chasing.
Caught in the Act
Sonny, growing more desperate, goes looking for Theo — only to make a shocking discovery. He spots Theo and Lacey kissing in her car, completely unaware they’ve been seen.
It’s a moment that seals the betrayal. Sonny is stunned, knowing full well what Gage is capable of. The River Boys aren’t known for forgiveness — and Gage, especially, has a reputation for handling betrayal with fists, not words.
Sonny now has a decision to make. Does he confront Theo again, risking another fallout? Or does he go straight to Gage in a misguided attempt to keep the peace? Either way, the tension is building, and the walls are closing in around Theo.
Gage on the Warpath
Back at Summer Bay Auto, Theo remains oblivious to the growing storm. But he won’t be for long.
Gage is looking for him. And he’s not smiling.
For reasons not yet revealed, Gage has become increasingly suspicious — and whatever fragile loyalty he had toward Theo is cracking fast. He turns up at the garage, asking questions, looking for answers. Is it about the car? The money? Or has he heard whispers about Lacey?
The look in Gage’s eyes says it all: something is coming. And when it does, it won’t be pretty.
Is Theo about to face the ultimate fallout?
Meanwhile, Another Secret Lingers…
Away from the chaos of the garage, Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger) remains unaware that her dear friend John Palmer (Shane Withington) has quietly stepped away from Summer Bay — not because of any falling out, but to give her space to heal.
Still recovering from her battle with alcohol, Irene has been watched over by Marilyn Chambers (Emily Symons) and Leah Patterson (Ada Nicodemou), who have done their best to protect her from the truth. But secrets never stay buried for long in the Bay.
As Irene begins to question John’s distance, will Marilyn and Leah be able to keep up the charade? Or will Irene discover the emotional truth — that John made a selfless sacrifice to ensure she could recover without guilt or pressure?
The revelation could bring them closer than ever… or tear them apart.
What’s Next for Summer Bay?
As the episode closes, fans are left on edge. Theo’s risk-taking behavior has finally crossed into dangerous territory — not just with illegal cars and street races, but with the heart of a River Boy’s girl. Gage is getting closer to the truth, and when he finds it, there may be no way back for Theo.
Will Sonny intervene in time?
Will Gage catch Theo and Lacey red-handed?
And as Irene’s emotional journey takes a new turn, can old friendships survive the weight of hidden sacrifices?
One thing’s certain — Summer Bay won’t stay quiet for long.
Sonny Baldwin (played by Ryan Bown) has warned Theo Poulos (Matt Evans) that it’s time to get uninvolved with the River Boys and their dodgy doings on Home and Away (1:45pm – see our TV Guide for listings). Unfortunately, Theo is refusing to see sense. Garage mechanic Theo has already made a load of money by fixing-up stolen cars…