SAD NEWS: Irene will say goodbye to Summer Bay next Tuesday, she passed away after attending a farewell party
Summer Bay is bracing for one of its most emotional episodes yet, as beloved character Irene Roberts prepares to say her final goodbye next Tuesday. But in a shocking turn of events, what begins as a heartfelt farewell party will end in devastating tragedy — leaving fans across Australia stunned.
For over two decades, Lynne McGranger’s Irene has been a cornerstone of Home and Away, bringing warmth, humour, and a fierce sense of loyalty to the community. From her early days as a straight-talking diner owner to her role as a surrogate mother to countless troubled teens, Irene has been the beating heart of Summer Bay. Her departure alone would be enough to spark tears — but the circumstances surrounding it will shatter even the toughest of viewers.
According to exclusive spoilers, Irene will gather her closest friends and loved ones for a farewell celebration at the Surf Club. The atmosphere will be bittersweet — laughter mingling with tears as memories are shared. There will be heartfelt speeches, old photographs making the rounds, and even a few cheeky jokes from Alf. It’s the kind of warm, community send-off that only Summer Bay can deliver.
But as the night unfolds, an unexpected and heartbreaking moment will bring the party — and Irene’s story — to an abrupt end. While producers are keeping exact details under wraps, it’s confirmed that Irene will pass away shortly after the event. Whether it’s a sudden health crisis or a tragic accident remains a closely guarded secret, but insiders promise that the scene will be “gut-wrenchingly beautiful” and “a tribute worthy of a Home and Away legend.”
The fallout will ripple through Summer Bay. Long-time friends like Marilyn, Leah, and Alf will struggle to come to terms with the loss, each processing grief in their own way. Even characters who have left the Bay may be referenced, as old friendships and storylines resurface in the wake of Irene’s passing. Viewers can also expect touching callbacks to her most iconic moments, making the episode a bittersweet trip down memory lane.
Off-screen, the news of Lynne McGranger’s final scenes has already sparked an outpouring of emotion from fans. Social media has been flooded with tributes, fan-made videos, and heartfelt messages, many of which praise her ability to portray Irene with authenticity and heart for so many years.
“Lynne has been part of our lives for decades,” one fan wrote. “I can’t imagine the Bay without her.”
While Home and Away has seen its fair share of goodbyes, Irene’s will stand out as one of the most poignant in the show’s history. As the countdown to next Tuesday begins, viewers are already stocking up on tissues — knowing full well that this is an episode they won’t forget.
