SAD NEWS: Mac had an accident in the final, there are many reports that she will not appear next season

Shocking Twist in Home and Away: Will Mackenzie Booth Disappear After the Finale Accident?

Australian soap opera Home and Away has never been short on drama, but this time the buzz is bigger than ever. Fans are reeling after the shocking season finale that left Mackenzie Booth’s fate hanging in the balance. Played by Emily Weir, Mac has been a cornerstone of Summer Bay for years, but after a harrowing on-screen accident, whispers are growing louder: is she leaving the show for good?

The finale episode ended with a dramatic cliffhanger—Mac caught in a devastating accident that left her unconscious and surrounded by frantic loved ones. While the storyline itself was gripping enough, it’s what’s happening off-screen that has fans on edge. Multiple reports from behind the scenes suggest Emily Weir may not be returning for the next season, fueling speculation that the finale could mark the end of Mackenzie’s journey in the Bay.

Rumors of her possible departure first surfaced months ago, but the finale seemed to confirm what many feared. Viewers were quick to flood social media, posting emotional reactions and demanding answers from producers. “You can’t just kill off Mac like that!” one fan wrote. Another added, “If Mackenzie leaves, Summer Bay will never be the same.”

Adding to the intrigue, neither Channel Seven nor the show’s producers have issued an official statement. Emily Weir herself has also remained tight-lipped, refusing to confirm or deny the swirling rumors. Her silence only deepens the mystery and has left audiences desperate for answers.

For longtime viewers, the potential loss of Mackenzie would be monumental. Introduced in 2019, she quickly became one of the most beloved characters, navigating complex romances, fierce family ties, and countless ups and downs at Salt, the restaurant she managed with style and determination. Many argue that without Mac, the heart of Summer Bay would feel very different.

But Home and Away has a history of shocking fans with unexpected exits, and if this is truly the end for Mac, the writers may be preparing one of the show’s most emotional send-offs yet. Some insiders have hinted that the accident storyline could be stretched across several episodes into the next season, meaning audiences might not know Mac’s fate for weeks.

Others believe this could all be a carefully crafted stunt designed to keep viewers hooked. Could it be possible that Mac survives but leaves Summer Bay for a new chapter elsewhere? Or will the producers go for the unthinkable—killing off a character who has become central to the Bay’s fabric?

What’s certain is that fans are already bracing for heartbreak. With the new season just around the corner, the question remains: Will Mackenzie Booth return, or has Summer Bay seen the last of her?

Until the network breaks its silence, viewers can only speculate—and tune in to find out.