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    I have to side with John, Marilyn does not know this new family well to have them move in, I know after the hospital hostage siege she feels close indebted to Ari but she is helping them too much

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    are they over done completely?

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    Nowtolove.com.au article:


    One of Home and Away's most iconic couples fall apart in heartbreaking scenes set to air this week
    Is this really it?

    https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...break-up-64713

    They've been Summer Bay stalwarts for years, but in Home and Away scenes set to air this week, things go south between iconic couple John and Marilyn.

    While John is slowly starting to regain his health, his marriage is rapidly falling apart.

    As Marilyn concludes it's time to move on, will John let his wife just slip away?

    For months now, fans have watched the couple face hurdle after hurdle.

    Cracks first appeared in the wake of the fateful hospital siege, where Marilyn (Emily Symons) forged a bond with newcomer Ari (Rob Kipa-Williams).

    But instead of communicating with his wife, John (Shane Withington) let jealously consume him.

    "Marilyn got PTSD from the hostage situation and was a changed person upon her return," Shane, 61, tells TV WEEK.

    "John was blindsided by the situation and taken completely by surprise."

    The Parata family from New Zealand, who are now a fixture in Summer Bay, continued to create problems in their marriage ? at least according to John.

    But Marilyn, who hasn't been able to get through to her husband, already had one foot out the door.

    While Marilyn resigned herself to taking care of John, who is recovering from a brain aneurysm, their ability to communicate is no better.

    John is aggressive, resentful and ungrateful towards those around him. Now, however, he's met his match in health care worker Amber (Maddy Jevic), who refuses to let stubborn John push her away.

    "Amber's arrival is a breath of fresh air into a tired relationship...although she gives as good as she gets," Shane says.

    Marilyn is grateful for the help, but admits to Roo (Georgie Parker) she still feels helpless.

    She cares deeply for John, but knows their marriage is in trouble.

    At home, Marilyn finds John has fallen over and races to help.

    But instead of berating her, as he's been doing, the couple share a tearful exchange and admit that things just aren't working.

    "John very bravely can see that Marilyn isn't happy and that it's not working," Shane explains.

    "Perhaps it's time for both to go their own way and pursue their own goals and values."

    The following day, Amber sets up an alert watch in case John falls again ? and Marilyn, with no more reasons to stay, makes the heartbreaking decision to move out.

    Does Marilyn's decision really spell the end of one of Summer Bay's most loved couples?


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    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...john-decision/
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    Digital Spy article:

    AUST PACE!


    Home and Away airs final decision for John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers's marriage
    Is it the end?

    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...inal-decision/

    Home and Away spoilers follow from Australian-pace episodes, which some UK readers may prefer to avoid.

    Home and Away's John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers have agreed to break up in heartbreaking scenes.

    The couple made the decision in Thursday's episode on Australian screens (July 30), realising that there was no way forward for their marriage.

    John (Shane Withington) and Marilyn (Emily Symons) became estranged in the aftermath of the siege at the local hospital at the start of the year.

    At the time, Marilyn's distant behaviour ? and obsessive desire with helping the Parata family ? caused tensions with John.

    carer at home.

    Sadly, this set-up only made tensions between them even worse and John eventually pushed Marilyn to admit that she didn't love him anymore.

    In Home and Away's latest episode, John decided it was time to move forward after taking control of his own situation.

    Having hired newcomer Amber as his carer, he didn't need Marilyn around to help him anymore and wanted her to start living her own life again.

    During a heartbreaking meal together at home, John told Marilyn that their marriage was over and it was best for her to move out. Could one of Summer Bay's favourite couples really be splitting for good?

    Home and Away fans in the UK will see these scenes on Channel 5 in late August.

    Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5 (UK) and Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 (Australia).

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    Digital Spy article:


    Home and Away star Shane Withington calls for Jett James to make a return
    "I do miss him."

    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...-james-return/

    Home and Away's Shane Withington has shared his hope that Jett James star Will McDonald will make a return in the future.

    Withington portrays John Palmer in the Aussie soap, and his current storyline has seen the character recovering from a stroke in a wheelchair.

    Previously, his foster son Jett lost the use of his legs back in 2019 after joining the armed forces and getting caught up in an explosion, before McDonald left the show.

    Speaking exclusively to Digital Spy, Withington was asked if John's situation ? while not identical to Jett but sharing some similarities ? could pave the way for the latter to reappear.

    "I would really like that! I would love young William to turn up, we get on like a house on fire," he replied.

    "He's such a beautiful young actor ? I hope so, that would be good if he turns up again as I do miss him. I'm lucky, all the young actors I've worked with all keep in touch with me. It's lovely.

    "I haven't had a son either so having them with me and when they're having a tough time with auditions or if they're having a particularly good time or if they're passing through town, they always give me a call. One of the great takeaways of being on the show is the great friendships I've made with them."

    The actor went on to discuss his 11-year-tenure on the Aussie soap, admitting that he never imagined the role would turn into such a long-running commitment, but he's delighted that it has.

    "When I first started, they offered me 12 weeks, that was the first contract I got, and then another 12 weeks, and then they offered me a year in the show and that was the first time it was a long-term thing," he explained.

    "I had no idea that I would be there for 11 years and I'm very proud. I'm the fifth longest-serving actor on the show, and I'm very proud that I've been there and been such a big part of Australian history, Australian television and a great Australian show."

    Withington continued: "Moving from show to show can be a bit precarious and can be hard on your ego. But I love staying in one show and playing one guy for such a long time.

    "People ask, 'Don't you get bored of it?' and that's just not the case. [John] is a reflection of myself in many ways ? he's my ego, he's my jealousy, he's my insecurities and I play them with laughs on television!"

    e changing nature of John's relationships with other Summer Bay residents is what makes him so interesting to play.

    "He's a storyline carrier, John can move across every set, he's in the town as the free agent, he knows everyone's business," Withington explained. "I love it!

    "It would be boring if he was always nice or sweet, but I like the fact that he picks a fight with everyone that comes to the bay and then a couple of months later ends up being the very best friends with them."

    Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5 (UK) and Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 (Australia).

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    Nowtolove.com.au article (the 2nd part of the article):

    AUST PACE!

    Big moves

    https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...together-64879

    Meanwhile, broken-hearted Marilyn is lonelier than ever.

    In the wake of her separation to husband John (Shane Withington), she has moved into the local motel.

    At work, Marilyn (Emily Symons) hides her feelings preferring not to bother her friends, who are all too busy with their own problems.

    Alf, however, can sense something is wrong.

    Upon returning from Evan's funeral, he offers Marilyn his support and is surprised when she breaks down in tears.

    Alf encourages her to move into the Summer Bay house with Roo (Georgie Parker) and himself.

    At first, Marilyn refuses his kind gesture.

    But later in the day, she arrives in their doorstep with luggage in hand.


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    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...plit-reaction/
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    Digital Spy article:


    Home and Away's John Palmer romance storyline gets off to a rocky start
    He panics over the possibility of a new relationship.

    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...omance-begins/

    Home and Away spoilers follow for Australian and UK viewers.

    Home and Away has kicked off John Palmer's new romance storyline on Australian screens, but fans can expect a messy start.

    Show bosses have cast former McLeod's Daughters star Bridie Carter in the role of Susie McAllister, a Summer Bay newcomer who takes a shine to John (Shane Withington).

    Thursday's episode on Channel 7 in Australia (February 4) saw Susie make her first appearance as she came to the Bay for a meeting with Christian Green.

    Christian (Ditch Davey) was looking for a place to rent in the Bay, so met up with real estate consultant Susie to discuss his options.

    Susie was quickly won over by the charms of Summer Bay and also enjoyed getting to know John when they crossed paths.

    John gave Susie some insider information on life in the Bay, so she invited him out for dinner to hear more.

    Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger) pointed out to John that Susie appeared to have asked him out on a date. John was sceptical that such a stylish and sophisticated woman would be interested in him, so wasn't sure what to believe.

    Teasing what's ahead, Home and Away bosses have revealed that John's dinner with Susie will ultimately take a chaotic turn when he panics over the situation.

    Needing back-up, John calls Irene in the middle of the dinner, begging for moral support.

    How will Susie react when Irene arrives to hijack things and does she really consider this a date?

    Home and Away airs the dinner scenes next week in Australia and later this month in the UK.

    Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5 (UK) and Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 (Australia).

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    Nowtolove.com.au article:


    EXCLUSIVE: Emily Symons reveals her Home And Away love triangle isn?t quite what it seems
    Big changes are coming.

    https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...hn-susie-66766

    They may have only been wed for six years but Home And Away's John and Marilyn were one of the show's most iconic, stable couples.

    When you really think about it, six years is a pretty good run for a Summer Bay romance.

    Any hope of reconciliation between the couple, however, has been quashed by eager newcomer Susie, played by Bridie Carter.

    It would be easy to assume that with a gorgeous new woman showing her ex a lot of attention, Marilyn would be green with envy or at the least a little hurt.

    But, chatting exclusively with Emily Symons, the actress reveals Marilyn is anything but.

    "She was astonished? where did John find this fancy girlfriend?" Emily says of her characters first impression of Susie.

    That, however, is about the end of it. Green-eyed monster, eat your heart out.

    "There is so much excitement in the Bay, that Marilyn eventually isn't too bothered about John and his new love interest.

    "I think for Marilyn everything is balancing out and she is finding her way."

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CE31PkAF...ource=ig_embed

    There's definitely no love lost between Emily and Bridie who immediately struck up a beautiful friendship on set.

    "Bridie is so amazing and very professional. She is a mum and she travels back and forth from Northern NSW every weekend to see them," Emily says with glaring adoration.

    "Even though she has so much on her plate she does everything with grace."

    The 51-year-old admits a very different Summer Bay romance has her much more intrigued, and frankly we don't blame her.

    "I am fascinated to see what happens between Ziggy and Tane, will it work out?" she teases.

    As for what 2021 holds for her alter ego, Emily reveals: "We will see Marilyn as a support system for her friends Roo and Mr. Stewart.

    "Marilyn also gets involved with some fun things with Ryder and the other young cast."



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    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...-john-romance/
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    Digital Spy article:


    Home and Away's Marilyn Chambers is rushed to hospital after nasty accident
    There will be blood.

    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...ised-accident/

    Home and Away spoilers for UK and Australia viewers follow.

    Home and Away's Marilyn Chambers will be rushed to hospital after suffering a nasty fall.

    In scenes set to air this week in Australia (and about a month's time in the UK), Marilyn (Emily Symons) will take a tumble following an argument with her estranged husband John (Shane Withington).

    As fans know, Marilyn and John brought an end to their marriage last year when she admitted that she no longer loved him.

    Recently, John has attracted the interest of real estate agent Susie McAllister (Bridie Carter), and the pair have struck up a relationship. It didn't take long for things to move to the next level, either, with John asking her to move in with him.

    But little does John know, Susie is taking him for a ride, as viewers have already seen her snooping through his finances.

    The drama truly kicks off, however, when a slightly drunk Marilyn pays him a visit at the home they once shared, ready to give him an earful about his decision to run against Alf for Surf Club president.

    Offering her a coffee to sober her up, John is desperate to get Marilyn out of the house for more than one reason.

    "John is surprised when Maz shows up at the house they used to share as a married couple," Shane told TV Week. "Little does Maz know that John's new flame has moved in, so things are about to get really interesting."

    But just as John manages to get Marilyn out the door, he hears an unsettling scream and finds her lying at the bottom of his steps, with a twisted ankle and blood gushing from her head.

    "John is in shock and his only priority is to make sure he gets Maz to the hospital," Shane added.

    Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5 (UK) and Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 (Australia). Selected classic episodes are available via Amazon Prime Video in the UK.

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    Nowtolove.com.au article:


    EXCLUSIVE: Emily Symons on her greatest Home and Away challenge and the touching bond her son and Ray Meagher share
    ''It?s a completely different Marilyn, which has been really hard to play.''

    https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...chambers-69630

    Emily Symons has just arrived at the set of Home And Away, at Sydney's Palm Beach. The winding trip that snakes around the Bilgola Bends to Sydney's northern tip is one she's made countless times over the years. And it's one, more so lately than ever before, for which she's grateful.

    "It's a lovely part of the world," Emily, 52, tells TV WEEK down the line as she prepares to film scenes as Marilyn Chambers on the hit Channel Seven drama. "On a beautiful day, when there's no wind and blue sky, you can't beat it.

    "And because of not going further than 5km [during COVID lockdown], being able to go on this long drive is a very special taste of freedom."

    Summer Bay has been Emily's second home on and off for more than 30 years. It's understandable she's forged firm bonds with the cast: with Ada Nicodemou, who plays Leah, and Lynne McGranger, who plays Irene, and Georgie Parker, who plays Roo.

    "They're such a supportive group of women," Emily shares. "To work with those women has been such a joy and we're all such good friends.

    "We all call it our Home And Away family, but for me it really is."

    Of course, there's also the very special friendship she has with her co-star, Ray Meagher, who has played the inimitable Alf Stewart since H&A started.

    "I've had such a long friendship with Ray," Emily says. "He's been a permanent figure in my life and is a very dear friend."

    And Ray has become like an uncle to Emily's six-year-old son, Henry.

    "We socialise with Ray, and Henry knew him as a family friend before he knew he was on television," Emily says. "He's asked, 'What's Ray doing on the television?' It's a bit of a surprise."

    On screen, the bonds between Marilyn, Alf and the others are being tested in a way they never have before. Over her four stints on the drama (Emily left in 2001 and spent eight years in the UK soap Emmerdale), loveable hairdresser Marilyn has been married three times, been electrocuted, and suffered amnesia.

    But in current storylines, she's making enemies of her friends, going out of her way to be nasty. That's not like Marilyn at all. In fact, Maz's personality is almost unrecognisable, the result of organophosphate poisoning at the black-tie event at Salt, which almost killed Tane (Ethan Browne).

    Emily says she was "shocked" when producers told her the direction her storylines were taking. But she did her research on this type of poisoning, which is a "very real thing".

    "Apparently, when you get organophosphate poisoning, there can be changes to the brain and to behaviour as a result, whereas everything else remains normal," she says.

    Playing this altered version of Marilyn has been Emily's greatest challenge on the show. Her instinct was to fight the transformation and play Marilyn as the nice, bubbly blonde she always has been, and who fans love.

    Now, she was pushed out of her comfort zone kicking and screaming. Nasty Marilyn, Emily explains, "had to be dragged out of me".

    "This is the most challenging thing I've ever done as Marilyn," she confesses. "It's a completely different Marilyn, which has been really hard to play, because she's second nature to me now.

    "To suddenly have to create another [version of the] character? some days, I was like, 'I can't say that ? that's so horrible.' But I had to go there to make the story work."

    Doing scenes with Lynne, for example, where she had to fire up at her co-star, were especially tough. Emily likened it to "having a fight with your best friend". And after every take, Emily would apologise to Lynne for the tirade she'd just delivered.

    "It was confronting," she says, "but it was a good acting course. I was playing the opposite of Marilyn. All her character traits evaporated ? suddenly, she's argumentative, hostile and furious with John [Shane Withington].The crew really enjoyed a bit of a change."

    What's true is that watching Marilyn with no filter, speaking her mind and blasting all and sundry, is entertaining. But it's also a world away from Emily herself.

    "I think I have a filter," she says. "I think I'm good at reading the room ? whereas in this story, Marilyn is not good!"

    It will be interesting to see how fans take Maz's personality transplant. Will they run with it or freak out?

    "I'm a bit nervous," Emily confesses of how viewers might react. "I hope it will work and I hope they understand."

    The storyline might be a bit much to take for one younger fan ? Emily's son Henry, who's just started to watch the series, calling it "the Mummy show". Henry is even following the storylines, recently telling his mother, "I saw the man with the rose [Tane], and he didn't die from the poison."

    "It's so cute," his proud mum says, beaming.

    Emily has enjoyed spending the extra time during lockdown with "Hen", who has recently gone back to school.

    "He's so grown up ? and really tall," she says. "I can't believe I have a tall child. He's gorgeous. We're loving life."

    As far Emily's future in Summer Bay, the actress says she's "happy to stay put for as long as they'll have me". Which means we'll be seeing more of Marilyn, whatever version that might be, for some time yet.



    The DS article:

    Home and Away star Emily Symons opens up over challenging new story for Marilyn Chambers
    "It's a completely different Marilyn."

    https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...gas-poisoning/
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