Stephanie Panozzo Shares A Heartbreaking Goodbye After Angelina Thomson’s Exit
Home and Away fans felt a deep emotional shift this month as Kirby Aramoana left Summer Bay. Now Stephanie Panozzo has shared a tender farewell to her co star Angelina Thomson, a message filled with gratitude, love, and a sense of disbelief.
Kirby Finds Closure On Screen
Kirby’s exit followed a powerful storyline that placed her and Eden Fowler at the centre of a marketing controversy. A campaign altered Kirby’s figure and skin tone, sparking outrage and pushing the two friends to take a stand.
Their joint fight led to an official apology from the agency. It also gave Kirby the clarity she needed to step into a new chapter of her life. Her departure felt hopeful, yet it also marked the end of an important partnership in the show.
Stephanie Panozzo Struggles To Say Goodbye
Stephanie delayed posting her farewell. She admitted that she was in denial about losing her on screen partner and real life friend.
Sharing a photo from filming, she wrote that saying goodbye to her Angie girl broke her heart. At the same time she felt deeply grateful for every moment they shared.
She described Angelina as an incredible person, a wise woman, and a fiercely intelligent force. She said their friendship lived beyond the screen and that Eden and Kirby will always stay with her.
A Friendship That Resonated With Fans
Stephanie said that the connection viewers saw came from the genuine joy and love behind the scenes. Their bond shaped their performances and made Eden and Kirby feel alive and real. She encouraged Angelina to shine bright, adding that the world is lucky to witness her talent.
Angelina Thomson Shares Her Love In Return
Angelina responded with equal emotion. She said she loved Stephanie with all her heart and could not have made the journey without her. She called herself forever blessed by their friendship and said she will always be the Kirby to Eden.
Her message confirmed the strength of their bond and the impact they had on each other during their time on the show.
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What Comes Next For Angelina
Angelina’s departure had been circulating since she announced her return to musical theatre. She is set to appear in a new production of Guys and Dolls, bringing her performance career full circle.