Why Bonnie Sveen’s Exit from Home and Away Will Shock You
Actress Bonnie Sveen, known for her role as Ricky Sharpe in the hit series Home and Away, has shared emotional reflections on her departure from the show, a decision that has left many fans surprised. Sveen made her debut in Summer Bay in 2013 and confirmed her exit in 2016 to star in the television drama The Secret Daughter. In a recent interview with TV Week, the actress couldn’t help but get emotional while reminiscing about her time on the acclaimed soap.
“It was a time of pure joy, but I also feel a bit sad because you can’t go back,” Sveen remarked, revealing that she even cried while discussing her past with her agent last year. “I will never stop loving everyone I got to work with,” she added, highlighting the strong bond she still feels with her former co-stars.
During her time on Home and Away, Ricky was involved in several intense and heart-wrenching storylines. She became romantically involved with Daryl Braxton, known as “Brax,” who was imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. In a dramatic twist, Ricky arrived at the prison to reveal she was pregnant, only to face a painful breakup before she could share the news. Additionally, her character suffered a miscarriage following a tragic hospital explosion, a moment that left a lasting impact on the storyline.
Sveen also discussed her working relationship with co-star Steve Peacocke, who played Brax. “I was super lucky to work with Steve; Ricky wasn’t a damsel in distress. She was more of a mother figure in many ways. I feel like I can portray those nuances better now because I actually am a mother,” she reflected.
In 2016, Ricky married Nate Cooper, but the couple decided to part ways just weeks later upon realizing they were better off apart. Although devastated by the outcome, Nate secretly encouraged Brax to fight for his ex-wife. Brax later returned to the series for a brief time, leading Ricky to choose to leave Summer Bay for a new life with the infamous River Boy.
Sveen’s departure not only marked the end of an era for her character but also left Home and Away fans with a whirlwind of emotions and memories of Ricky’s intense journey. As the show continues to evolve, the mark Bonnie Sveen left on the series remains unforgettable.
