Soap legend films final scenes TODAY after 33 years on show

Published on March 26, 2025 at 07:05 PM

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A SOAP legend has filmed their final ever scenes today after 33 years in the role.

Home and Away fans have been left devastated as the iconic wrapped filming on her final ever lines.

Woman's hand holding a smart TV remote, with a streaming service screen in the background. — A Home and Away icon has filmed her final ever scene after 33 years

Three women in a cafe holding a large bouquet of flowers. — Lynne McGranger has officially bowed out of her role as Irene Roberts

Lynne McGranger as Irene Roberts in Home and Away. — Lynne first joined Home and Away in 1993 in a guest role

Lynne McGranger in Home and Away promotional image. — The star's final scenes as Irene will air later this year as bosses keep the storyline under wraps

Lynne McGranger has officially bowed out of her role as Summer Bay resident Irene Roberts.

Actress Lynne, 72, joined Home and Away in 1993 in a guest role before she became a fan-favourite and permanent member of the cast.

While Lynne has filmed her final scenes, fans will still get to enjoy Irene on screen for another couple of months.

Reflecting on her time on Home and Away, she said: “I’ve had the ride of my life.

“AndI love eachandevery one of you so much: The cast â€“ Ray, Georgie, Emily, Shane, Ada, James, all the youngins.

“The art department, the writers, everybody â€“ there’s so many unsung heroes. This show is made up of so many parts.

“You’re all amazing,andit’s been my great privilege to work with eachandevery one of you.

“I’m touched, I’m humbledandI’m so honored. Thank you so much.”;

Home and Away have yet to reveal Irene's exit storyline – but have teased it's going to be “emotional”.

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Reacting on social media to Lynne's final day on set, one fan said: “So sad to see her go but wishing her all the best.”

A second wrote: “Home and Away without Irene(Lynne) will be a huge loss, you have been a delight to watch over the years. Good luck Lynne in your next adventure, but fans of the soap will miss seeing you.”

A third fan paid tribute: “I've been a fan of the show from a kid. kind of just about remembering all the early episodes & memories of Irene coming into the show. She's fostered so many kids over the last 30 + years watched all wow I'll miss her, end of an era.”

HomeandAwayairs 1:45pm weekdays on5, with first look episodes streaming from 6am.

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