They no longer play Dean Thompson and Ziggy Astoni, respectively, in their respective roles.
Spoilers for UK viewers of Home and Away are below.
Patrick O’Connor and Sophie Dillman, who are leaving Home and Away, have shared a final message with fans.
In Australian sequences that were broadcast today, the two actors gave up their roles as Dean Thompson and Ziggy Astoni (March 9). Ziggy agrees to the move so that they can start a new chapter together as Dean plans to relocate to Queensland to be nearer his son Jai.
Real-life couple Patrick and Sophie posted a number of parting images on Instagram. Both actors expressed their gratitude to the show’s cast and crew as well as fans for their support.
My days as a river boy are over, my friends,” Patrick stated in his essay.
From @louise.
bows to the person who made it all possible; what a person you created. A man who was once a boy from a dysfunctional family is now embarking on a new adventure as a father. I appreciate being accepted into the Blood & Sand.
I’d want to express my gratitude to the producers, cast, and crew for providing me this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and for staring at my enormous mug for the past five and a half years. I miss it a much because it’s been such an amazing place to work, but more so because of the people I’ve met there. I have made some excellent buddies.
The programme wouldn’t exist without you, the fans, I’ll say that. The trip has been made absolutely unforgettable by you. I appreciate your support and will always cherish #alwaysariverboy.
In her own article, Sophie expressed her surprise that “Ziggy Astoni broke down on the sands of Summer bay almost six years ago,” and she went on to compliment her time on the Home and Away television show.
She continued, “I never imagined I’d be fortunate enough to work as an actor, let alone land the best job, in the best place with the finest people.
She motivated me to improve both as a woman and as an actress every day that I portrayed Ziggy. I’d want to thank everyone who helped make her. I’d want to thank the cast and crew. Though I know you don’t miss me shouting through the hallways without my shoes on, I think about you every day.
“The fans deserve the biggest thanks. Because of your help, we are able to do what we do. I will always be appreciative.
