Home and Away fans may still be adjusting to Irene Roberts’ emotional departure, but her actress, Lynne McGranger, is starting the New Year with a completely fresh look. After more than three decades on the soap, Lynne surprised everyone by sharing a picture of herself with new grey hair and a message reflecting on the past year, her journey, and what she hopes 2026 will bring. Keep scrolling to learn more.
Home and Away Actor Lynne’s New Look And Her Message
Lynne McGranger played Irene Roberts on the soap for over thirty-two years. And now she has posted a New Year picture where she has let go og her iconic red hair. Moreover, she is now having a grey style. Along with the photo, she also shared a warm message thanking people she met in 2025. Elsewhere, even fans loved her new look. They called her gorgeous and praised her new look.
Her character Irene had one of the longest journeys on the soap. However, when she first appeared, she was brought in as a troubled mother who dealt with violence, alcohol and a broken relationship with her children, Nathan, Damian and Finlay. However, when she reached her lowest point, her life changed. She began rebuilding herself. And over the years, she became a foster parent.
Moreover, she was also involved in major storylines. She dated a murderer, battled breast cancer, and struggled with alcoholism again. However, her final chapter arrived soon. At that time seh received an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. And then Irene decided to leave Summer Bay and travel the world. This is how her time ended in the Bay with a bittersweet farewell.
Looking Back At Her Exit And Her Future Plans
In a 2025 interview, Lynee spoke about why she chose to step away after thirty years. It’s because she wanted to try theatre again, or maybe radio and some stand-up comedy. Moreover, she says people at her age either leave by choice or stay until they physically cannot. However, she wanted to leave while her health was better.
When she was working on the soap, she also worked with actors who are now major stars. It included Margot Robbie and Chris Hemsworth. And even today, Lynne is connected to her fans through social media. Elsewhere, she is now ready to begin the next phase of her life with a new look. For more Home and Away spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.