Home and Away legend Stephen Peacocke returns to the screen as Brax. Also, this landmark appearance will mark ten years since the pair left Summer Bay. Elsewhere, Brax and Ricky will visit spectacular locations in Western Australia for these unique episodes. Meanwhile, will fans enjoy seeing the couple’s new life? Keep scrolling to learn more.
Brax’s Return To The Outback
The iconic Darly Braxton is finally making his return to the show. The legend is back after a ten-year gap from the screen. Stephen Peacocke reprised his role that originally made him a familiar face in the household. Plus, he is set to work on a special milestone story with his imaginary wife.
Elsewhere, Brax and Ricky were living a peaceful life. They also ran a cattle station in the outback. Also, before his acting career took off, Peacocke worked on a sheep and cattle station for one year. The actor was very specific about the details of his role.
“I’ve spent a lot of time in those sort of remote parts of Australia. And it’s what separates us from the rest of the world, ” the star said,” For the actor, returning was only an option if his former co-star was involved. Stephen said, “I don’t think one of us would have come back without the other.”
The Legacy Of Brax In Home and Away
The character was part of the show for five years earlier. And soon the character became a cultural phenomenon. It also influenced baby name trends across Australia. Even Stephen feels proud of the impact the “River Boy” leader has on the audience. And especially how he brought more male viewers to the soap.
He also recalled a memorable encounter with a garbage truck driver. The driver praised the character for being a relatable “bloke” on television. “The stars just aligned perfectly for me for that role, Stephen added. Also, the actor tried his best to make the character as realistic as possible.
The special episodes will be aired on Friday on 5 Star and the Channel 5 streaming app. Meanwhile, do you think their return will lead to a permanent move back to the Bay? Let us know in the comments section. For more Home and Away spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.