Home and Away: Lynn McGranger's cryptic message as Australia prepares to say goodbye to beloved Irene Roberts
McGranger joined the cast in 1993 — making her the longest-serving female actor in a series in Australia — and announced she was leaving in February this year.
Irene has been coming to terms with an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis and McGranger said she had been driven by the story 'that needs to be told' — one she had a role in formulating.
'This is the first time it is being dealt with at length, out in the open and talked about,' she said of the condition's portrayal in a local TV drama.
'So many people now have it.
'I'm very, very, very proud of it and I think it's an important story, and it needs to be out there.'
But after such a long stint in the role, and with many fans admitting they're not sure how they'll handle their favourite drama without such a beloved character, McGranger has a cryptic message.
'Well, wait until you see ... just wait.'
She paid tribute to singer Jessica Mauboy whose melody is heard over Irene's final moments.
'As much as you love sticky date pudding, it's only when you pour the butterscotch sauce on it that it lifts it to another level, and that is what her song does with Irene's final scene.'
Fans aren't the only ones who'll have to adjust to life without Irene. McGranger confessed her family will also need to do the same.
'My daughter is 34, and I have been on the show for nearly 33 years,' she said. 'So she doesn't remember anything else.'
The Gold Logie-winner hopes fans or even those who've not kept up with the serial for some time 'might jump on board now and ride the wave home with her, so to speak'.
As for what's next, McGranger said though she'll miss Irene and may adopt some of her mannerisms every so often, she is excited for the future.
'I am excited to have a rest,' she said. 'I am excited not to have to learn lines every night and work those 14 hour days.
'I think I will miss the camaraderie. I will miss my great friends who are on the show — I have made many over the years.'
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