Shock: Home and Away Actor Confirms Heartbreaking News About Former Co-Star Jacqui Purvis
In a revelation that has left fans stunned and heartbroken, Home and Away star Ethan Browne has broken his silence about former co-star Jacqui Purvis – and what he’s shared is not what anyone expected.
The beloved Australian soap opera, known for its sweeping beachside dramas and loyal fanbase, has just been rocked by a real-life emotional blow. During a recent interview with a local media outlet, Ethan, who plays the fiercely loyal and brooding Tane Parata, confirmed a deeply personal and painful update regarding Jacqui Purvis – the actress behind fan-favourite Felicity Newman.
Though Jacqui left the show last year under amicable terms, Ethan’s revelation casts a heavy shadow on her departure. Without revealing specific medical details, Ethan spoke with raw emotion, hinting that Jacqui has been going through a “very dark chapter” of her life – something he described as “heart-wrenching to witness.”
“It’s not my place to go into everything,” Ethan said, his voice reportedly shaking, “but she’s been incredibly strong. What she’s facing right now is bigger than anything we ever acted on the show.”
Fans immediately took to social media, demanding answers and sharing messages of support. Many began speculating about Jacqui’s health, with some pointing to past interviews where she hinted at struggles behind the scenes. Others expressed shock at Ethan’s public acknowledgment, especially given the actress’s usually private nature.
The two actors, known for their sizzling on-screen chemistry and off-screen friendship, were often seen together during press tours and charity events. In fact, their dynamic led to years of speculation about whether they were more than just friends. Ethan has always maintained they were “like family,” but his visible heartbreak during the interview has reignited speculation – not about romance this time, but about the depth of the struggle Jacqui may be facing.
While no official statement has yet come from Jacqui herself, insiders claim that the former Home and Away star is “grateful for Ethan’s support” and is “focusing on her recovery and privacy.”
Channel Seven has declined to comment, but a source close to the production confirmed that many of Jacqui’s former castmates have reached out and are rallying behind her.
This shocking news comes just as Home and Away continues to dominate ratings in Australia and the UK, proving that while the on-screen drama keeps viewers glued, it’s the off-screen realities that truly hit home.
As Ethan poignantly said at the end of his interview: “Sometimes we forget that behind the scripts, behind the scenes, we’re just human — and life doesn’t always go according to plan.”
Fans are now waiting for a message from Jacqui herself — but for now, the nation holds its breath and sends its love.
