Ada Nicodemou has been quietly dealing with a deeply personal chapter off-screen, recently opening up about a side of her life she rarely shares. After years of guarding her privacy, the Home and Away star has finally spoken about a relationship that began after decades of friendship, and why this new happiness feels unlike anything before. But while she’s carefully stepped into the spotlight with her partner, her latest appearance suggests there’s even more to their love story than she’s ready to say.
A Look Back At Their Growing Bond
In recent months, Ada Nicodemou and James Stewart have grown increasingly confident about sharing moments from their real-life romance. Earlier this month, they stepped out with their blended family to attend the musical Rent at the Sydney Opera House. James was joined by his 13-year-old daughter, Scout, whom he shares with former partner Jessica Marais, while Ada arrived with her 13-year-old son, Johnas, from her previous marriage to Chrys Xipolitas.
Their bond, rooted in a friendship of over 25 years, has evolved into a relationship that the couple only confirmed publicly in mid-2024. They celebrated their one-year anniversary in April, and Ada reflected on that milestone in a rare interview. She admitted she usually avoids posting personal moments online. But it felt genuinely proud of the year they had shared, which encouraged her to mark the occasion. She later posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, sharing photos from their anniversary dinner at Mimi’s in Sydney.
A Love Story Years In The Making
The public first caught wind of their romance when they were seen sharing a kiss. Ada later described their relationship as “unexpected” but deeply welcome, saying she was genuinely happy with how everything unfolded. Though it started quietly, it quickly became clear that this was not a fleeting chapter. Their timing came after major life changes. Ada had ended her long-term relationship with Adam Rigby just before Christmas 2023.
Despite outside speculation, both insisted their romance wasn’t rushed; it grew naturally from long-standing trust and companionship. Each public appearance reveals a little more but still leaves room for curiosity about what lies ahead. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more heartwarming moments and all the latest Home and Away updates.