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Ash and John fighting, Alf Stewart stepping in to stop it ... wonder what that is all about?
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Ash and John fighting, Alf Stewart stepping in to stop it ... wonder what that is all about?
Before I made a comment on the article Perdita posted, I have been waiting to see whether the latest TV Week gave us any more idea about whether Nate's "devastating discovery" about Billie in next weeks Aust spoilers, will be him finding out VJ can't be the father or whether it will be Billie having cancer etc. Now still none the wiser, I thought I would throw this theory in.
As we know from the spoilers, this week in Aust episodes we will see John have an accident on the boat where he ends up with a head injury & a bleed on the brain. We don't yet know of course whether this may lead to an ongoing health problem for John? A couple of weeks ago I posted an article showing pictures of Marilyn filming with what looks like a burn? injury, with bandages on her arm & neck. This latest article with John & Ash fighting, shows Marilyn in the background where you can see that she still has the same bandages on & John also has a bandage/dressing on his head. These latest pictures/scenes won't be shown till next year & were filmed really not all that long after Billie's memorial scenes. Not sure if the bandages on John's head in the latest pictures relate to an ongoing problem from his earlier accident or are new? But, if it turns out that Billie doesn't have cancer etc, is it possible that John has somehow been involved in an incident which causes Marilyn's injuries & also have something to do with Billie's death? And that is why Ash is having a go at John?
More food for thought & just another theory to discuss of course. I think I would prefer it if it is a Billie cancer storyline rather than John somehow being responsible for her death - & that the fight scene in the latest pictures is just Ash maybe overreacting to something John may have said (in his impaired state?).
This is another DailyMail article from filming the same day as the "fight scene" article. We saw in last nights episode that the Sarge let Kat back into the force on the proviso that she is no longer involved with Ash - with a bit of hand-holding going on here, how are Kat & Ash going to keep things quiet/discreet?
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz...e-unifrom.html
By the way, if you are wondering who the guy in the dark T-shirt is trying to pull Ash off John in the fight scene pictures:
"Actor Luke McKenzie has been cast in the role of Patrick Stanwood. The actor, perhaps best known for his roles as Nash Taylor in Wentworth and Shannon Taylor in Winners & Losers, shared a photo on Instagram whilst filming at Palm Beach last week. It’s currently unknown as to whether the character of Patrick will be a guest or a more permanent fixture in the bay."
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SPOILER ALERT!
After the article I just posted on the Billie Ashford thread, i.e.
" Billie Ashford‘s big secret is also in danger of being blown next week, when Nate discovers that her conception date has been changed in her medical records. Viewers will remember that Billie stole Dr Benson’s keycard in order to sneak into her office to change the date, covering the fact that the father of her baby was not VJ Patterson—as she’s led everyone to believe—but her rapist Mick Jennings.
With the mum-to-be being hit by a car this week, not to mention the numerous other dramas she’ll face in the coming months, it’s certain to be a rollercoaster ride! BTTB"
What are the odds now for my possible theory that John might somehow be involved in Billie's death?? (As per my previous post here)
DailyMail article with pictures of Emily/Marilyn filming yesterday at Palm Beach, with the arm bandage & glove on.
It must be serious: Emily Symons stuns in figure-hugging black dress while sporting a bizarre skin-coloured glove as she films Home And Away
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz...Home-Away.html
Could she be going to a funeral or court case or meeting someone official (Morag/lawyer)??
Or... My theory... John has a bleeder on the brain... they've not really fixed it... he drives (with Marilyn) and has an episode whilst driving, loses control of the car, crashes... hurts Marilyn... hurts / kills Billie? = Why Ash lashes out...?
Home and Away Spoiler News!
Summer Bay Stalwart locked up!
John Palmer Locked Up?
In shock Home and Away scenes to air next year, it seems that one of Summer Bay’s most trusted stalwarts could be facing jail…
We can reveal that scenes were filmed this week—at the ‘Yabbie Creek Courthouse’ location in the Hawkesbury region—which saw fan favourite John Palmer (Shane Withington) sporting a suit and handcuffs!
Last week we confirmed that Morag Bellingham (Cornelia Frances) would be returning to the show for a few weeks in a professional capacity, and scenes with John featured amongst the first ones filmed for her return at Palm Beach.
Additional scenes shot on the same day had John smartly dressed and Marilyn (Emily Symons) unusually dressed in black, which led to fans theorising that something serious could be on the horizon.
Speculation as to what lies ahead for John and Marilyn has been rife in recent weeks, with paparazzi shots from Palm Beach showing Marilyn appearing to have suffered significant burn injuries, and John being on the receiving end of Ash‘s temper in a scuffle outside the surf club.
Ash is known to have a personal tragedy in the new year, and whilst rumours have been going around for several weeks as to what causes it, could these scenes involving John provide an alternative explanation…?
Stay tuned!
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Home and Away's John Palmer suffers a horrifying accident next month as a romantic day with his wife Marilyn goes terribly wrong.
Marilyn is determined to cheer John (Shane Withington) up after their young friend Chris Harrington leaves Summer Bay, but it seems that her caring efforts will actually do much more harm than good.
When John tells Marilyn (Emily Symons) how much he's missing Chris following his unexpected departure, she decides to surprise him with a romantic boat trip.
John is delighted by the gesture, but it seems that he's enjoying himself a little too much when he goes to step onto the boat, slips over and falls down hard.
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John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers enjoy a romantic day in Home and Away
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John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers enjoy a romantic day in Home and Away
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Just a clumsy accident? Seems not, as John is badly disorientated following a blow to the head and is ordered to go straight to hospital when Nate Cooper rushes over to help.
In denial about how serious his head injury could be, John foolishly rushes off rather than get the emergency medical attention he needs - but it's not long before he collapses at the Diner.
When Tori Morgan orders a brain scan for John at the hospital, what will the results show?
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Home and Away airs these scenes on Wednesday, November 2 at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5.
Digital Spy
DailyMail article with pictures of Emily Symons/Marilyn filming on Monday:
SPOILER ALERT: Emily Symons' character Marilyn reveals gruesome burn on her arm... as filming for Home and Away gets heated
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz...ts-heated.html
Home and Away's John Palmer will undergo life-changing surgery after being diagnosed with a brain tumour in emotional scenes.
Viewers are aware that John is the dangerous arsonist responsible for causing a series of Summer Bay fires in recent months - and it seemed likely that his recent head injury was playing an integral part in his dramatic personality change.
However, it turns out there is a far more worrying explanation when John is diagnosed with a life-threatening brain tumour, which has caused him to act in abhorrent ways that he has no recollection of.
John's brain tumour does stem from the injury he sustained last year - but his condition has deteriorated to the point where he is now suffering seizures.
As the news about John's condition sinks in, the medics inform John that he will need to have major surgery for the best chance of surviving.
But John is initially reluctant to go under the knife as the reality of what he's done starts to sink in. Not only is John responsible for his wife Marilyn's serious burns, but it's looking like the fire also caused Billie Ashford's terminal cancer that led to her death.
With Billie's loved ones horrified to learn who was responsible for taking her life, John certainly has a tough road ahead - as he faces charges over the fires if he does pull through the surgery.
After a heartfelt plea from Marilyn, John does eventually agree to have the operation - but TV Week reports that a further twist sees him go into anaphylactic shock after, leaving his life hanging in the balance.
Marilyn can only watch as the doctors desperately try to save John's life, but will he survive? And what will the future hold for him if he does?
Home and Away's UK audience will see these scenes in April. The show airs at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5.
Home and Away will air another devastating twist in John Palmer's story as he decides to walk out on his wife Marilyn in the aftermath of his brain surgery.
Australian fans will have recently seen John undergo a life-changing operation after learning that he has a dangerous brain tumour that was causing him to act in abhorrent ways that he has no recollection of.
But although John successfully recovers from the surgery - and is even discharged from hospital - it becomes clear that his journey back is only just beginning when he returns home.
With several of Summer Bay's residents unable to forgive him for the bushfire that contributed to Billie Ashford's death, John finds himself receiving a barrage of abuse from the locals that leaves him too scared to leave the house.
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Not only is a rock thrown through their window, but John is pushed over the edge when he is harassed by angry people on the street after Marilyn manages to persuade him to go for a walk.
But as he plummets further into despair, John makes a devastating decision that will change his life forever when he realises that he can no longer stay with Marilyn through fear of bringing her down.
Convinced that she is better off without him, John drops a bombshell on his devastated wife as he reveals that he is leaving her. Is their marriage over for good?
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John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers enjoy a romantic day in Home and Away
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Shane Withington, who plays the character, told TV Week: "John is abused by people in public and comes home devastated.
"He's a proud man and a community-minded man. To go from that to the worst villain is awful for both him and Marilyn. He thinks all is lost. It puts their relationship under enormous pressure."
Home and Away's UK audience will see these scenes in April. The show airs at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5.
Digital Spy
Home and Away reveals the shocking truth about John Palmer later this month as Kat Chapman realises that he's the serial arsonist who's been terrorising Summer Bay.
Kat (Pia Miller) uncovers John's dark secret following the discovery of a crucial clue – a silver lighter which is connected to the recent spate of fires in the Bay.
When a fingerprint test is carried out on the lighter as part of the investigation, Kat makes a major breakthrough as it comes back with a match to John (Shane Withington).
Unfortunately, before Kat even gets a chance to question John about his antics, his health takes a drastic turn for the worse as he collapses in his own home and suffers a frightening seizure.
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John's wife Marilyn (Emily Symons) is horrified by the situation as he's rushed off to hospital, but there's an even bigger shock to come when she discovers that her unwell husband has become the prime suspect in Kat's investigation.
When John gets the help he needs at the hospital, it's left to Nate Cooper to break the bad news that his seizure was caused by a brain tumour.
Word then quickly gets back to Kat, who's told that brain tumours can cause blackouts and significant behavioural changes. Does this explain why John has turned to the dark side?
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Home and Away airs these scenes on Tuesday, April 11 at 1.15pm and 6pm on Channel 5.
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Home and Away is lining up an explosive twist in John Palmer's trial that could see his prison fate sealed forever.
John is preparing to stand trial for starting a series of Summer Bay fires – one of which injured his wife Marilyn and caused Billie Ashford's terminal cancer, which led to her death.
John's arsonist behaviour was due to the fact that he was suffering from a dangerous brain tumour that was causing him to act in abhorrent ways that he has no recollection of.
Therefore, John and his loved ones are desperately hoping that the judge will go easy on him in court and take his medical history into account when handing out any particular sentence.
Things are looking even more hopeful for John now that fiery lawyer Morag Bellingham has returned to the Bay to represent him and he will attempt to remain positive as he heads to court to learn his fate.
Sadly, John's worst fears are soon confirmed when psychologist Dr Bernice Chung takes to the stand and testifies that John fits the profile of a serial arsonist – insisting that he remains a sinister threat to Summer Bay.
Luckily, Nate Cooper fiercely defends him when it's his turn to talk about John's condition on the stand – but unfortunately, his recent firing from the hospital leads Morag to suspect that his words will mean little to the jury.
As John is finally called to the stand, Marilyn watches on tenterhooks as he is interrogated by the prosecuting lawyer. However, when John starts to trip up over his answers, he becomes flustered – before angrily losing his temper and yelling in frustration.
As expected, his outburst is enough for the jury to think twice about his innocence and it looks like he has sealed his own fate.
Knowing the situation is desperate and aware that John is now facing jail, Morag makes a very bold move as she calls her last character witness to the stand – VJ Patterson.
The latest development sends shockwaves through the court room, given that VJ's partner Billie lost her life because of John's actions. Will VJ support John? Or could he make the situation even worse for him?
Shane Withington, who plays John, told TV Week: "John doesn't want to plead guilty because he doesn't want to say he is insane when he's not.
"VJ comes to the court to back John. But you don't know whether he's going to turn on him at the last minute."
Digital Spy
It’s the moment of truth for Summer Bay stalwart John Palmer (Shane Withington) this week, as he faces trial for the arson attacks he inadvertently inflicted upon Summer Bay.
It’s not been an easy road for John and his wife Marilyn (Emily Symons) as they simultaneously struggled to come to terms with two big revelations— that not only had John been responsible for the fires, but that his behaviour was the result of a brain tumour.
Whilst John underwent successful surgery to have the tumour removed, the knowledge that he had destroyed people’s homes, caused severe injuries to Marilyn, and hastened the death of Billie Ashford, saw him come perilously close to giving up altogether.
When John finally came round and decided to fight against the charges, the couple faced another setback when they found that the Legal Aid lawyer assigned to them didn’t care too much about the facts of the case, and just advised him to plead insanity. Thankfully Roo stepped in and organised for Morag (Cornelia Frances) to take over his case.
“John’s pleased he has some sort of hope here with a good barrister behind him” Shane told TV Week. “He doesn’t want to plead guilty because he doesn’t want to say he’s insane when he’s not.”
The trial doesn’t get off to a great start when Dr Bernice Chung (Karen Pang) claims that John fits the profile of a serial arsonist and is still a great danger to the community. Whilst Nate (Kyle Pryor) then takes the stand in an attempt to alleviate these concerns and defend John, Morag doesn’t believe his word will count for much with his recent redundancy from the hospital. “Morag isn’t confident about the case” Shane continued “They still have a lot of work to do“.
When John takes to the stand himself, it’s just as Morag predicted, with the prosecutor interrogating John with some difficult questions. John is thrown off balance, and the questions become more and more probing as John becomes increasingly agitated—until eventually he loses his composure and shouts out that he’s not a bad man.
But John’s outburst doesn’t help matters when it comes to the jury making a decision—has he sealed his own fate?
As a last resort, and much to John’s surprise, Morag calls Billie’s widow, VJ (Matt Little) to the stand. With VJ having forgiven John in emotional scenes a few weeks back, surely a positive character reference from him could pay off?
With VJ under an enormous amount of strain with a custody battle over baby Luc however, his standing up for John might not be a done deal….
“He comes to the court to back John” Shane explained. “But you don’t know whether he’s going to turn on him at the last minute“.
Could John be about to face prison?
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Emily Symons (Marilyn) on morning TV today:
Emily Symons speaks about her 29 years on Home and Away
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Daily Telegraph article. "Shane Withington (John) has celebrated 10 years being John Palmer on Home And Away":
Home And Away actor Shane Withington says soap is successful as it ‘reinvents’ itself
Shane Withington has celebrated 10 years being John Palmer on Home And Away — but that wasn’t initially the plan.
“I was only asked in for 12 weeks and I stayed for 10 years,” he told Confidential.
“I think I qualify as the kind of guy you don’t ask to dinner.
“In 10 years it’s gone from strength to strength, it has capacity to reinvent itself and stay at the forefront of whatever is happening. It’s perennial.”
A quick browse of the storylines over the years will have anyone thinking the show can be just a touch farfetched.
There was the time Tash (Isabelle Lucas) fell pregnant to a cult leader or Vinnie (Ryan Kwanten) being imprisoned then dying but coming back dressed as a giant teddy or even the time Withington’s own character developed a brain tumour that turned him into a serial arsonist.
He says this is purely down to how much the writers are expected to churn out.
“Sometimes they stretch, but we write two and a half hours a week — a feature film a week,” Withington said.
“To write a feature film a week is an extraordinary amount. “Sometimes a thin storyline might slip through.”
But overall Withington said he believed the storylines were actually quite relatable, it’s merely the fact that they’re all happening in one tiny coastal town that makes them unbelievable.
“I thought I’d have to deal with a lot of unrealistic scenarios but I’ve been really surprised,” he said.
“We’ve dealt with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), coming out as being gay in a small town, bullying, anorexia, dealing with a major injury.
“So we’re dealing with very hard-hitting issues — that’s not usual of a soap — and I’m proud of that.”
Daily Telegraph
and...
'We write a feature film a week': Actor Shane Withington reveals the secret behind Home and Away's ongoing success
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbi...g-success.html
John Palmer needs to shave his head. It looks like he has a bag of cotton wool balls glued to his scalp.
I happen to like his cotton wool balls on his scalp... :pQuote:
Originally Posted by Rowdydog12
Nowtolove.com.au article:
AUST PACE!
SPOILER ALERT: Marilyn and John's marriage reaches crisis point on Home and Away
Down and out!
https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...e-crisis-62585
Since their arrival in Summer Bay, Marilyn has built a strong connection with the Parata family – particularly Ari, who helped her during the hospital siege.
Unfortunately, Marilyn's (Emily Symons)husband John's (Shane Withington,) jealousy is about to land her at an uneasy crossroads in Home And Away.
The newcomers from New Zealand are struggling to find their feet in Summer Bay. Ari (Rob Kipa-Williams,) and his nephew Nikau (Kawakawa Fox-Reo,) haven't found work and the bills are piling up.
Nikau's mum Gemma (Bree Peters) is working at the Diner, but her wages barely covers the cost of their motel.
"Ari is challenged between the life he had and is now living," Rob tells TV WEEK. "He doesn't earn what he used to and supporting his family is proving a struggle."
After a day of job hunting, the trio return to the motel to find their bags on the doorstep and an eviction notice taped to the wall. Where will the family go?
Ari suggests they bunker down in the car for the night and pick things up tomorrow.
The following morning, Ari and Nikau head to the beach for a shower as Gemma goes to the Diner. The two men use the facilities to rinse their clothes and brush their teeth – just as John, who's a councillor in Summer Bay, is passing by.
"There are some characters in the Bay who can't help but pry, and Ari gets quite protective and defensive," Rob explains.
A bristling John tells off the pair for using the showers improperly. When Nikau in turn tells him to mind his own business, John demands they respect protocol or he'll call the police.
It's a bad move, with Ari warning John to back down.
Meanwhile at the Diner, Marilyn tells Gemma she knows of their situation and offers to help. Gemma declines, but is then rattled to get a phone call from her brother-in-law Tane (Ethan Browne). As Marilyn overhears, she's concerned for Gemma's welfare and insists the Paratas come to stay with her.
Later that night, John walks in to find the entire family in his house! He and Marilyn get into a heated debate – with John eventually storming out.
Stuck for a resolution, Marilyn finds comfort in Irene (Lynne McGranger) and admits her marriage is crumbling.
With her marriage teetering, and Marilyn finding comfort in a handsome stranger, will this latest argument push the once loving couple to breaking point?
Nowtolove.com.au article:
AUST PACE!
SPOILER ALERT: John and Marilyn's tension escalates on Home and Away - will they split for good?
A shock outburst from John could send the couple over the edge for the last time.
https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...yn-fight-62765
Helping the Parata family from New Zealand settle into Summer Bay has given Marilyn a new purpose – and a budding connection to newcomer Ari.
Her husband John, however, wants them run out of town.
With their issues surrounding the topic unresolved, tensions mount on Home And Away, with John (Shane Withington) issuing Marilyn (Emily Symons) a defiant ultimatum that could end their marriage for good.
John keeps a close eye on the newcomers, waiting for them to step out of line. At the Surf Club, Ryder (Lukas Radovich) introduces Nikau (Kawakawa Fox-Reo) to Bella (Courtney Miller) and the trio begin a game of pool.
However, a misaligned shot causes one of the balls to fall onto the floor – giving John the excuse he needs to kick them out.
On hearing of the altercation, Ari (Rob Kipa-Williams) confronts the business owner and demands respect.
He goes on to say that his family are grieving, which makes John curious. That afternoon, he researches the Paratas, and discovers Ari has a criminal past.
John triumphantly thrusts the articles in front of Marilyn, fully expecting his wife will now share his view of the family and send them packing. But to his surprise, she doesn't, and dismisses his concerns.
Marilyn tries to reason with her husband, but John's in a rage. With their argument at a stalemate, they're no closer to moving forward. That's when a desperate John gives his wife a final ultimatum.
"Either they leave or I do," he declares.
At the Diner, Marilyn laments to Roo that her marriage is crumbling before her eyes – and there's no turning back from what they've said and done.
Meanwhile, John arrives at the Summer Bay caravan park with a suitcase in hand…
Digital Spy article:
AUST PACE!
Home and Away hints at John and Marilyn outcome after huge rows
Are they getting back on track?
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...riage-outcome/
Home and Away has hinted that John Palmer and Marilyn Chambers could survive their marriage crisis after weeks of rows.
Recent episodes on Channel 7 in Australia have shown John and Marilyn's relationship pushed to breaking point over their different opinions on the Parata family.
While Marilyn has tried to support Ari, Gemma and Nikau following their move to Summer Bay, John has remained distrustful over the newcomers – especially after learning about their criminal past.
Tuesday's episode in Australia saw the situation take a surprising turn for the better, as Gemma made the generous decision to play peacemaker, despite John's bad behaviour.
Saddened to see her family at the centre of John and Marilyn's troubles, Gemma approached John for a chat about how to make things right.
Surprisingly, John and Gemma managed to find some common ground after a frosty start. They bonded over their experiences of grief, as John's wife Gina Austin died in 2013, and Gemma lost her husband Mikaere more recently.
Gemma later came to see Marilyn at the Diner, promising that hostilities with John were finally over. She also encouraged her to see John's positive points and how much he still loves her, which hit home with Marilyn.
Soon afterwards, Marilyn set up a meeting with John and admitted that she was finally ready to talk.
Tomorrow's episode on Channel 7 will see Marilyn open up to John, finally revealing why she became so fixated on helping the Paratas at a difficult time in her life.
Will these honest conversations be enough to save John and Marilyn's marriage?
Home and Away currently airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1.15pm on Channel 5 (UK) and Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 (Australia).
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
are they over done completely?
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?
And:
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...john-decision/
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).
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).
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.
And:
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...plit-reaction/
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).
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."
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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."
And:
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...-john-romance/
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.
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/
Digital Spy article:
Home and Away's Marilyn sparks big trouble for Logan after diagnosis
Logan's attempts to help Marilyn backfire.
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...logan-trouble/
Home and Away spoilers follow for Australian and UK viewers.
Home and Away's Marilyn Chambers will soon create trouble for doctor Logan Bennett when she puts his medical career in jeopardy due to the changes in her behaviour.
Ever since Marilyn (Emily Symons) suffered from chemical poisoning during the gas attack on Salt, she has been behaving in unusual ways and acting out of character, causing her loved ones great concern.
TV Week reports that, in scenes to air this week in Australia, Leah Patterson-Baker (Ada Nicodemou) and Irene Roberts (Lynne McGranger) will continue to try to find a way to help their friend and they agree to keep checking in on her.
When Irene arrives at Marilyn's place to see how she is, she finds Marilyn blasting music and having a party by herself. She reveals to Irene that she is celebrating the big decision that she has just made ? she's quitting her job at the Diner and opening up her own tarot-card reading stall outside the Bait Shop.
Irene can't help but laugh at Marilyn's hasty decision, causing Marilyn to fly into an uncharacteristic rage at her.
When Logan (Harley Bonner) comes across Marilyn's stall, he decides to take the opportunity to make a secret assessment of her condition and he sits down for a tarot reading. He soon discovers that her changed behaviour is not due to neurological reasons, but could be psychological instead.
Unfortunately, the situation takes a turn for the worse when Marilyn makes an official complaint against Logan that could wreck his career. Will Marilyn push ahead with her claims against Logan?
Home and Away airs these scenes this week in Australia and early next year in the UK.
Actress Emily Symons recently revealed that having to play such a different version of Marilyn has been "the most challenging thing" she has had to do on the show, admitting that she has struggled to portray such a different version of the character that she has known for so long.
"It's a completely different Marilyn, which has been really hard to play, because she's second nature to me now," she said. "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."
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.
Nowtolove.com.au article:
Marilyn collapses again on Home and Away as she battles the effects of being poisoned
''There's something really wrong.''
https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...and-away-69844
Marilyn has been pushing away those closest to her as she battles the insidious effects of being poisoned. But when she collapses again on Home And Away this week, her friends might be the only ones who can save her.
However, there's the very real possibility that the damage from the toxins is too great and that whatever doctors can do will be too little, too late.
The trouble begins when Marilyn (Emily Symons) bumps into doctor Logan (Harley Bonner), who she's filed a complaint against, at the Diner. She again refuses to listen to his explanation that he's only trying to help. The situation gets out of hand when Irene (Lynne McGranger) tries to remind Marilyn she was the one who wanted Logan involved in her recovery in the first place.
"Marilyn becomes so infuriated with Irene," Emily, 52, tells TV WEEK. "She doesn't realise she's upsetting people, and that's when people begin to understand there's something really wrong, because this is so out of character for her."
Convinced her old friend has turned against her, Marilyn storms out of the Diner, sparking a row? their first ? between hot couple Mac (Emily Weir) and Logan.
But while they're quick to make up, Marilyn is still fuming and turns to the one Summer Bay local she still trusts: Justin (James Stewart).
But he's forced to admit to Marilyn that while he understands what she's going through, he doesn't understand her anymore. It's at that moment that she realises that perhaps she really has changed ? and not for the better.
Determined to finally build a bridge back to Irene, she returns to the Diner to explain herself, but starts yet another argument instead. As things get heated, however, Marilyn suddenly loses feeling in her legs again and grabs hold of Irene to stop herself from collapsing.
The incident sees Marilyn taken to hospital by ambulance ? and leaves Irene terrified she might lose her friend forever.
EDIT: the DS article:
Home and Away's Marilyn rushed to hospital again after pushing her friends away
Is Marilyn going to be okay?
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...apse-hospital/
DsSarticle:
Home and Away airs update on former character in latest Australian episode
John Palmer shared the news.
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...-james-update/
Home and Away spoilers follow from Thursday's Australian episode (March 30), which some UK viewers may prefer to avoid.
Home and Away has revealed some happy news for Jett James, who was last seen in the show nearly four years ago.
John Palmer was responsible for sharing the update in Thursday's episode on Channel 7 in Australia.
In a chat with his ex-wife Marilyn Chambers, an elated John revealed that their former foster child had got engaged to his girlfriend.
The revelation looked set to spark a new storyline for Marilyn as she and John discussed how to pitch in with the wedding costs.
In their chat, John told Marilyn: "He's proposed to Lindsey and she's said yes.
"I knew that this was on the cards when I was down ? they were just smitten with each other. [Lindsey's] great ? you two will get on like a house on fire."
John revealed that Jett and Lindsey had decided to go for a low-key wedding, preferring to spend their money on saving for a house deposi
Although John admired Jett for being so sensible, he told Marilyn that he wanted to give the happy couple the best of both worlds by paying for the wedding.
John hinted that money was no object to him and they could refer to it as a gift from both of them.
Marilyn was determined to pay her fair share, but soon became worried about how she'd raise the money. She considered taking on more shifts at the Diner and seeking out a part-time job ? but will she have any luck?
Home and Away fans in the UK will see these scenes on Channel 5 in May.
Jett was played by Will McDonald as a show regular between 2012 and 2015. He returned for guest stints in 2017 and 2019.
Jett's most recent storyline explored how he was affected after losing the use of his legs in an explosion while serving for the armed forces.
Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.45pm on Channel 5 and 6pm on 5STAR. First-look screenings air at 6.30pm on 5STAR and the show also streams on My5.
In Australia, the show airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 and streams on 7plus.
Nowtolove.com.au article:
Home And Away: A desperate Marilyn turns to Alf for help
''She?s absolutely horrified''.
https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...help-alf-77521
Trapped in a failed business venture, Marilyn takes her fight with Stunning Organics to the next level this week. Only now, she faces being sued!
In Home And Away, Marilyn (Emily Symons) and Kirby (Angelina Thomson) struggle to see a way forward in their fight with the fraudulent skincare company. On the surface, Marilyn assures everyone she has the situation under control. Inside, she's panicking.
In recent episodes, Marilyn was inundated with boxes of products to sell. Anything she didn't sell, she had to pay back to the company and, with a lock-in contract of 12 months, has to honour the deal.
On top of that, the skincare range is faulty and sent Roo (Georgie Parker) to hospital ? no-one will buy it! Rather than admit she's been scammed, Marilyn continues the lie.
"Marilyn went into it with confidence and enthusiasm, so to find she's been tricked and now has to sell all this product is overwhelming and upsetting," Emily, 53, tells TV WEEK.
"She feels embarrassed and that she's dragged her friends into something she didn't understand."
Unable to admit her mistake to Alf (Ray Meagher), who warned her about pyramid schemes, Marilyn tries a different tack: denouncing the brand in a video on social media. But it backfires when the company threatens to sue her for defamation unless she takes down the video immediately."She's absolutely horrified," Emily says. "For herself and for Kirby."
When Alf confronts Marilyn about her behaviour, she breaks down and confesses everything ? including the unsold boxes of products she's hidden and the pending legal battle. Alf is horrified, but, while he's disappointed in his friend, offers his support and advice.
"It's incredibly important to her to have Alf's support," Emily says. "It makes it a little easier for her to deal with, but it's still a pretty bad situation."
With a potential lawsuit looming and more than one friendship on the line, can Marilyn find a way out before she risks losing everything?
And:
Home and Away's Marilyn Chambers turns to Alf after new crisis
She is now facing legal action...
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...rs-alf-crisis/
Could of stored them at the garage , no one uses it..
Nowtolove.com.au article:
Home And Away: Marilyn exposes the truth
Marilyn makes a breakthrough in her case.
https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...-trouble-77591
In Home And Away this week, Marilyn faces losing everything, but she's not going down without a fight.
Marilyn (Emily Symons) attempts to find other victims who have been duped by dodgy skincare company Stunning Organics after she received an anonymous threat to cease her campaign against them or she'd be sued.
Determined not to see others fall into the same trap, Marilyn turns to her friends for help. Kirby (Angelina Thomson) believes they have a case and starts to investigate all she can.
The whole affair is a blow for Marilyn, whose hopes for her new business venture have been dashed. Now, she's involved Kirby in her failure ? and disappointed her friends by continuing to lie about her plight, including her ex-husband John (Shane Withington), who could see she was in trouble.
"John is being a very loyal friend to her, and he can see that she's in too deep," Emily, 53, tells TV WEEK.
Meanwhile, Alf (Ray Meagher) and Roo (Georgie Parker) offer to track to down former employees of the company in the hope they will corroborate Marilyn's story. But despite the evidence, no-one will go on the record, thwarting their mission.
"They discover all the other brand ambassadors were tricked," Emily says. "Stunning Organics are tricking people every day into signing up. And these poor people can't get out of it."
Regrouping, the trio plan their next steps ? even if it looks like a losing battle. But just as it looks as if all is lost, they notice a product label has come unstuck, revealing a different company name. It could be just the evidence they need.
"The company keeps closing down and creating a new brand name," Emily says.
Roo drafts an email to Stunning Organics demanding they release Marilyn from her contract or they'll go to the police with the information.
Is this the end of it, or the start of something far worse?
DS article:
Home and Away's Marilyn Chambers is terrorised by a skincare range in new story
"Their tactics are sophisticated."
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hom...yn-terrorised/
Home and Away spoilers follow from Thursday's Australian episodes (May 18), which some UK viewers may prefer to avoid.
Home and Away has aired a dark twist in Marilyn Chambers' ongoing storyline, with dodgy skincare company Stunning Organics seemingly sending sinister threats to her.
Marilyn has been left fearing for her life after her brave decision to give a press interview about the corrupt firm had worrying consequences.
Earlier this year, Marilyn signed up to become a brand ambassador for Stunning Organics as she wanted some extra cash to contribute towards her foster son Jett James' upcoming wedding.
The partnership with Stunning Organics turned sour when one of the products caused Roo Stewart to have an allergic reaction.
Things only got worse when Marilyn realised that she was tied to a tough contract, which would see Stunning Organics deliveries arrive on her doorstep for many more months.
Marilyn also learned that the company had appeared in various guises before, changing its name each time its corrupt practices were exposed.
Although Marilyn later got herself out of the contract, she went a step further by giving a tell-all newspaper interview about her ordeal. She hoped that speaking out would help others who've been targeted by the company.
This appeared to anger some dangerous figures within the business world, as Marilyn later received a sinister phone message from a distorted voice.
The message warned: "You were warned to keep your mouth shut. Now you're going to suffer the consequences. You and your friends better watch your backs."
Marilyn went to the police about the concerning threat, but Rose Delaney figured out that it had been left by a fake number which was difficult to trace.
Rose told Marilyn: "The caller ID was tampered with, so the number you saw wasn't actually the number that called you.
It means that someone is going to great lengths to hide who they are, and their tactics are sophisticated. There are other methods we're exploring to trace the call."
Marilyn decided to hide out at Irene Roberts' home to stay safe. The house is currently empty as Irene is out of town.
However, Marilyn's mystery enemy soon struck again by throwing a brick through the window alongside a note, warning her not to give any more interviews. How much danger is Marilyn in?
Home and Away fans in the UK will see these scenes on Channel 5 in July.
Home and Away airs weekdays at 1.45pm on Channel 5 and 6pm on 5STAR. First-look screenings air at 6.30pm on 5STAR and the show also streams on My5.
In Australia, the show airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7pm on Channel 7 and streams on 7plus.
Nowtolove.com.au article:
Home And Away spoilers: Marilyn?s paranoia sends her over the edge
'Leave me alone!'
https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...n-danger-77709
Is Marilyn's life in danger? And can those threatening her be stopped before it's too late?
Those are the burning questions in this week's episodes of Home And Away as the campaign against Marilyn escalates.
Despite faking a calm demeanour and lying to her friends, it's clear Marilyn (Emily Symons) is in deep trouble. Her fight against dodgy skincare company Stunning Organics has gone off the rails to the point where she's now living in fear.
In recent episodes, her ex-husband John (Shane Withington) witnessed her peril first-hand when a brick was thrown through the window with a message: "No more interviews, or else."
The retaliation comes after Marilyn outed the company in a scathing article.
"It's a frightening wake-up call for Marilyn, as she realises they're prepared to go to great lengths to make her stop what she's doing," Emily, 53, tells TV WEEK.
Marilyn alerts the police to the harassment, but they're no closer to finding who's behind it. Worried for his friend, John offers to help, but Marilyn won't allow others to become involved.
"Cash [Nicholas Cartwright] has a serious conversation with her about how to deal with it," Emily says. "But it escalates in a way she never imagined."
The fear is making her life unbearable. At work and at home, Marilyn constantly checks the locks, twitching at every sound. When she hears the front door rattle, she arms herself with a frying pan and hides. The door opens and in walks? Irene (Lynne McGranger)!
Marilyn advances towards her wildly until she realises who it is and collapses with relief. Irene invites Roo (Georgie Parker) over, the pair coming together for their friend in need.
Already fragile, could what happens next push poor Marilyn right over the edge?
I wish they had not split John and Marilyn... I thought they made a great couple
Not a spoiler, but a nice interview for any Shane Withington (John Palmer) fans:
Home and Away's Shane Withington riding the crest of a soap wave
https://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainmen...of-a-soap-wave