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‘Home and Away’ star Lynne McGranger reflects on ‘surreal’ career first

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The significant milestone in her illustrious career has been met with overwhelming excitement and support from fans and industry peers alike. Source: Getty Images.

Having played Irene Roberts on the well-known television serial opera Home and Away for an astounding thirty years, renowned Australian actress Lynne McGranger has got her first-ever Logie nomination.

Fans and colleagues in the business are ecstatic and supportive of McGranger’s acceptance by the esteemed Australian television awards.

The 70-year-old actress responded to the announcement by expressing her thanks and shock at being recognized for the first time as a TV WEEK Silver Logie for Most Popular Actress after such a long time of commitment to her adored role.

Following the nomination, she admitted to 7Life, “I still feel like it’s not true.

“It’s very surreal, I can’t explain it.

“It’s just like why after 31 years I’m suddenly nominated?”

While she is “not complaining” about the nomination, McGranger did find the humour in being nominated after so many years.

“It’s like they’ve gone, ‘Let’s nominate all the old people on the show this year… What a good idea,” she joked.

“Let’s not give it to anyone under the age of 45,’ which is kind of good.

“It’s sort of like old power and it is very exciting.”

Fans and colleagues in the industry have both expressed their immense delight and support for the momentous milestone in her distinguished career.

Huge congrats, Lynne,” one supporter remarked.

It’s high time you get your silver logie. I hope you receive every single vote!

Ah, Lynne, this is great and much earned! xx.

“It’s so much fun to watch you! Congratulations, you and the group are well deserving of them, said another.

“Congratulations. Get that Logie love, please.

McGranger rose to fame in Australia as a renowned and well-liked character in the entertainment business for her portrayal of Irene Roberts in the enduring serial opera Home and Away.

The late 1970s saw McGranger make her acting debut in a number of Australian television and theater performances. She became well-known for her adaptable performances and capacity to play a variety of personalities. She became well-known and a household figure in Australia thanks to her appearance in the Australian television series Home and Away.

When McGranger joined the Home and Away cast in 1993, her character rapidly won over the audience. McGranger’s portrayal of the strong-willed, independent, and compassionate Irene Roberts won her praise from critics and struck a chord with viewers. Irene’s narratives have addressed significant social themes over the years, such as domestic violence, addiction, and mental health.

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