SHOCKING NEWS!!! Home and Away Star Lynne McGranger Shocks Fans with Cancer Battle Reveal: “I Never Thought I’d Hear That Word!”
In a revelation that has left fans stunned, veteran actress Lynne McGranger, best known for her long-running role as Irene Roberts in Home and Away, has revealed she is facing a serious cancer diagnosis—a battle she describes as “something no one is ever truly prepared for.”
The 71-year-old actress made the heartbreaking announcement in a recent exclusive interview. Calm yet visibly emotional, she shared: “I went to the doctor because I’d been feeling exhausted for a while and thought it was just age. But then the doctor looked at me with a serious expression and said, ‘Lynne, we’ve found a tumor.’ I was completely speechless.”
“The Moment Everything Stopped”
Lynne confessed that at first, she didn’t intend to go public with her diagnosis. But after many sleepless nights, she decided to speak out to raise awareness and support others going through the same thing. “I never imagined the word ‘cancer’ would be attached to my name. But here I am, living that reality.”
Support from the Home and Away Cast
After Lynne made her condition known, the entire Home and Away cast rallied around her with heartfelt messages. Long-time co-stars like Emily Symons (Marilyn) and Ray Meagher (Alf) posted behind-the-scenes photos and emotional captions: “Lynne is the strongest warrior we know. We’ll be right beside her every step of the way.”
Refusing to Give Up
Despite undergoing both chemotherapy and radiation, Lynne insisted she has no plans to retire early. “I still want to be on set. Acting is my passion, and it will help me get through this.”
She also expressed deep gratitude to fans who sent thousands of encouraging messages after the news broke. “The love I’ve received is nothing short of miraculous. It’s what’s keeping me strong.”
Holding on to Hope
With courage and a positive outlook, Lynne McGranger is quickly becoming a symbol of hope for many. “I don’t want people to look at me with pity. I want them to see someone who is fighting—and I will win.”
