Home and Away Icon's Tragic Exit Storyline Confirmed as Character Leaves After 33 Years

‘No coming back’ for Home and Away’s Irene in ‘gut-wrenching’ exit story

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Home and Away icon's tragic exit storyline confirmed as character leaves after 33 years

One of Home and Away's most recognisable faces is parting ways with the Australian soap opera in a powerful storyline that is sure to hit viewers hard.Lynne McGranger has played the role of Irene Roberts since 1991, joining the series just a few years into its run and inheriting the role from Jacquy Phillips, who originated the character.Suffice to say, the character has been on a wild journey during her time in Summer Bay, starting out as an al…

What is Irene Robert's exit storyline in Home and Away?

It is almost time to bid farewell to Lynne McGranger as her beloved – and iconic – Home and Away character, Irene Roberts.  But since the news of her departure was shared, fans have been curious as to just how they plan on saying goodbye to Irene. But rumours were finally put to rest in July 2025, as Channel Seven confirmed the Home and Away storyline.  (Credit: Seven) In recent weeks, Home and Away fans have spotted Irene has been unusually for…

Irene Roberts prepares to leave HOME AND AWAY after 33 years

TV Blackbox Irene Roberts prepares to leave HOME AND AWAY after 33 years After more than 30 years of wisecracks, warm cuppas and unwavering support for the Bay’s most wayward residents, Home and Away is preparing to say goodbye to one of its most iconic characters. Irene Roberts – played by Logie-nominated fan favourite Lynne McGranger – will soon leave Summer Bay, with her emotional exit storyline already in motion and set to leave a lasting ma…

Home and Away officially confirms Irene's "emotional, unmissable" exit story after 33 years

Her storyline will build towards "an episode that will go down in soap TV history".