Shock: Former Home And Away actor Ross Newton publicly lives with gay boyfriend Lucas Hurps for more than 25 years
Shock Revelation: Former Home and Away Star Ross Newton Has Lived Secretly with Gay Partner for Over 25 Years
In a world where fame often comes with scrutiny, former Home and Away star Ross Newton has stunned longtime fans of the iconic Aussie soap with a deeply personal revelation that’s left the internet buzzing. For over 25 years, Newton has quietly shared his life with his partner Lucas Hurps — a truth that only recently came to light in a rare, heartfelt public statement.
Ross Newton, best known for his role as Greg Marshall in Home and Away during the early 1990s, was once a familiar face on Australian television screens. At the height of his popularity, Newton played the charming love interest of Bobby Simpson (played by Nicolle Dickson), and his character was central to some of the show’s most dramatic storylines. But while his on-screen life unfolded in Summer Bay, Newton was hiding a very different reality behind the scenes — one he felt he couldn’t share publicly until now.
In a candid interview this week, Newton finally opened up about his long-term relationship with partner Lucas Hurps, revealing that the pair have lived together in private for over a quarter of a century. “It’s not that I was ashamed,” Newton explained. “I just didn’t think the world was ready — or maybe I wasn’t ready to let them in.”
What’s perhaps most shocking is not just the length of their relationship, but the sheer devotion and loyalty that’s remained hidden from the public eye. In an era when social media often overshares, Newton and Hurps chose discretion, building a quiet life away from the spotlight while the rest of the world speculated about Newton’s private affairs — or simply forgot.
Fans of Home and Away have reacted with a mix of surprise and admiration. Some have even confessed to feeling guilty for not knowing more about the actor’s life beyond the screen. “I had no idea,” wrote one fan on social media. “I loved Greg and Bobby back in the day, and now I love Ross even more for living his truth.”
Newton’s announcement comes at a time when LGBTQ+ representation in the entertainment industry is being more widely celebrated. Still, his story is a stark reminder of how difficult it was — and still can be — for public figures to live openly. Despite the strides made in recent decades, Newton’s choice to remain private for so long reflects the pressure many actors face in maintaining an image curated by network expectations and societal norms.
As the news spreads, there is a renewed interest in Newton’s career, and some fans are even calling for a guest appearance in Home and Away to reflect his real-life courage and journey. Whether or not that happens, one thing is certain: Ross Newton has just become one of the most talked-about former residents of Summer Bay — not for a dramatic plot twist, but for his honest and brave embrace of who he really is.
