Harold and Madge Bishop

Neighbours legends Ian Smith and Anne Charleston are returning to the soap for its 30th anniversary celebrations.

The much-loved former cast members have been back on set in recent days, reprising their roles as popular couple Harold and Madge Bishop.
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Ian Smith and Anne Charleston back at Neighbours
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Ian Smith and Anne Charleston back at Neighbours

As Madge passed away following a battle against pancreatic cancer 13 years ago, show bosses are keeping tight-lipped about how, why and in what form the Bishops will reappear on Ramsay Street.

Speaking of her shock comeback, Charleston explained: "It was an immediate yes when I was invited to return for the 30th anniversary. I wouldn't have missed it and I'm thrilled with the way their story unfolds."

Smith added: "I spent half my working life on Neighbours and so it's lovely to be back with Anne and all the cast and crew."

Charleston played the role of Madge between 1986 and 1992, before returning for a second stint between 1996 and 2001.

Smith also has a long history with Neighbours, playing Harold on and off between 1987 and 2009. He last returned for a guest stint in 2011.

Neighbours will air its 30th anniversary episodes in March next year, and show producers have promised that more returning cast members have yet to be announced.

Madge is returning in a dream sequence.

She could also be shown in memory flash backs

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Neighbours reveals first look at legendary character back on set
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Neighbours may be in the midst of sadness with the news of its axe this year, but the soap took the opportunity to celebrate its momentous 37 years on air this week with a series of congratulatory messages from its cast.

Yesterday (March 18), Neighbours shared a video to social media featuring a host of cast wishing the soap "Happy Birthday", including Takaya Honda, Richie Morris and Charlotte Chimes, but it also included the reintroduction of one of it's iconic actors ? Ian Smith.

Smith has played the legendary Harold Bishop on and off for almost the entire length of the show's reign, first appearing in 1987, with his last regular episode in 2009, before a few subsequent brief returns in 2011 and 2015.

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Neighbours seems excited by the familiar face reappearing on Ramsay Street, captioning the post: "Today is our birthday ? it's been 37 years since we first appeared on screen! We can't think of a better day to have a Neighbours LEGEND return to Erinsborough!"

This is the first time Smith has been seen on set since it was announced last month by Dr Karl Kennedy actor Alan Fletcher that he would be returning in the final episodes to help send off the show.

Fletcher also teased that producers are hoping numerous classic characters will feature in the finale of the soap, with fans keen to see Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan return to the place that catapulted their careers.

I can assure you that the producers are working very, very hard to try and entice some of the most loved characters from Neighbours to at least make some appearances," Fletcher said.

"I can't give away any spoilers on [Kylie and Jason's return] yet but that's going to be the joy of those last episodes. Just sitting there and going 'oh look who's here!'"

We do, however, know that Peter O'Brien will be reprising the role of Shane Ramsay, who was last seen all the way back in 1987, to celebrate the final farewell of the soap, whilst we also know that some cast will be departing before the show finally ends ? Kyle Canning (Chris Milligan), Roxy Willis (Zima Anderson) and Ned Willis (Ben Hall).

Neighbours airs weekdays at 1.45pm and 6pm on Channel 5 and streams on My5. In Australia, the show airs Mondays to Thursdays at 6.30pm on 10 Peach and streams on 10 Play.

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Neighbours confirms Harold Bishop's return storylines
He's been away from the Aussie soap for seven years.

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With the end of Neighbours in sight and the sheer number of returning cast members from years gone by showing up, the Aussie soap has now revealed what beloved character Harold Bishop will be getting up to on his return.

Home from their break, Karl and Susan Kennedy are confronted by how closed off Mackenzie (Georgie Stone) is following Hendrix Greyson's tragic death, and encourage her to clear the air with her dad Grant following recent differences between them, but she has no desire to.

Little do they know, the surprise arrival of a beloved friend ? Harold Bishop (Ian Smith) ? could make all the difference.

Later in the week, Amy Greenwood is struggling with her love life and avoids Toadie and Melanie as they celebrate their engagement.

Zara's heart breaks for her mother, believing that Toadie and Amy have unacknowledged feelings for each other, but as she laments the unfairness of the situation to Harold, she starts to suspect he's not so excited about the development either.

Harold refuses to help Zara break Toadie and Melanie up, but promises to look into her concerns. He asks Amy for her opinion on Melanie's dependability, and Amy decides to put her own feelings aside and speaks highly of Mel, but Zara's listening in and won't drop the matter just yet.

Meanwhile, Mackenzie is still struggling with her grief and inability to eat. Identifying with her distress, Harold opens up to her about his own journey through grief. As Harold counsels her, Mackenzie feels stronger for the first time in a long time.

A double episode will close out the soap forever on Monday, August 1, following Channel 5's decision to discontinue its broadcast over in the UK.

Neighbours airs weekdays at 1.45pm and 6pm on Channel 5 and streams on My5. In Australia, the show airs Mondays to Thursdays at 6.30pm on 10 Peach and streams on 10 Play.

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Neighbours spoilers: Huge return for Joe Mangel as he?s back to help fix Harold?s mess

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In another jaw-dropping return ahead of the finale, Joe Mangle (Mark Little) is back on the Neighbours scene, and he has a job to do ? undo Harold?s (Ian Smith) monumental ****-up as best he can.

Harold has been influenced by Zara?s (Freya Van Dyke) misgivings over Toadie (Ryan Moloney) and Mel?s (Lucinda Cowden) relationship.

While she has an ulterior motive in wanting to see her mum happy with Toadie, Harold?s primary concern is Toadie?s happiness.

He is not convinced that Mel is the woman for him, particularly because of what he knows about her past marriage.

He?s so in his own head about it all that he can?t face the wedding planning sessions, and Melanie notices his reluctance to participate.

She confronts him and put on the spot, and all Harold can do is confess his true opinions on her and Toadie?s union.

Mel is taken aback and deeply hurt as this comes out of the blue. The engagement party begins, and Harold?s words are swimming around Mel?s head. She pushes through and tries to enjoy the day, but Toadie?s mum Angie turns up and makes things a whole lot worse.

Harold decides he needs to speak to Mel?s ex-husband Joe Mangel (Mark Little) about his misgivings.

He?s shocked to learn that Joe regrets how he handled the divorce and that the original version of events he gave Harold were not quite true.

Harold realises he?s been wrong about Mel this whole time and now has some serious reparation work to do. Will Mel and Toadie be able to forgive him after the damage he?s caused?

Meanwhile, Mel is now getting battered from another angle as Angie wades in. Close to breaking point, Mel snaps. Are Mel and Toadie doomed?


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Neighbours to air Joe Mangel return scenes after Melanie's engagement
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Neighbours resolves Harold Bishop mystery in latest episode
"That might be your problem."

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Neighbours spoilers follow from Thursday's episode (October 5), which is streaming now on Amazon Freevee.

Neighbours favourite Harold Bishop has been offered reassuring news following recent concerns about his memory troubles.

Harold's return storyline has centred around fears that he could be suffering from the early signs of dementia, but Erinsborough's newest doctor Remi Varga-Murphy was on hand to offer an alternate explanation in Thursday's episode.

In the latest visit to Ramsay Street, Harold's anxious wait for his test results finally came to an end as Karl Kennedy received an important phone call.

Karl announced that Harold had performed well in cognitive tests, which appeared to rule out the possibility of dementia or Alzheimer's.

While the Kennedys took some reassurance from this news, Harold felt frustrated that he was no closer to a proper explanation.

The following day, Harold was spending time at the caf? when he dropped some of his medication.

Remi picked up the tablets and questioned Harold, who confirmed that he'd changed his blood pressure medication two months earlier.

"These statins can have serious side effects when you mix medications," Remi warned.

"If you've been having memory issues, that might be your problem."

Karl was embarrassed to have missed this as a possible explanation, noting that Harold hadn't told him about the change in medication.

Harold and his loved ones were cautiously optimistic as it was agreed that he'd stop taking the pills and be monitored to see if the side-effects start to ease.

Later, Harold reflected on how the scare had caused him to re-evaluate his life.

He said: "It's made me think of Sky and Lana ? I do not want to be a burden on them. At my age, I've got to start thinking of things while I can still make my own decisions."

As Harold looks to the future, what will he have planned?

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4.30pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach.

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Neighbours has announced that Ian Smith is making a return as Harold Bishop.

The actor played the fan-favourite character between 1987 and 1991, and then again from 1996 until 2009.

He's come back for a few guest appearances over the years, including the 2022 finale and the first few instalments of the Amazon Freevee revival, but this looks like a more permanent return.

The Australian soap's official Twitter/X account wrote: "After 15 years of living away, the legendary Harold Bishop is returning to Erinsborough. We are thrilled to welcome Ian Smith back to the show and the opening titles, where he belongs."

The announcement is likely a pleasant surprise for fans, as Smith last year strongly suggested that he wouldn't come back on a full-time basis.

"I do want to retire," he said on the Celebration Tour almost a year ago to the day. "They've been so kind to let me come back to do bibs and bobs."

It's possible that in-universe, Harold could be involved in the Eirini Rising 'retirement experience' development that Terese Willis and Jane Harris have been trying to set up in the area.

Meanwhile, a new UK tour has been announced for next year, in time to celebrate the 40th anniversary of our first journey to Ramsay Street.

The full cast line-up for the tour will be announced in due course, and audiences have been promised "surprises, never-before-heard stories, and all the inside scoop on what life is really like in Erinsborough".

he was to live in terese's retirement home

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Neighbours to reintroduce more classic characters after Harold announcement.
Some older faces ?still have so much to offer?.

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So where will HAROLD live? The retirement home isnt finished. Guess its straight to the KENNEDYs!

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Neighbours legend Ian Smith confirms return date
?See ya!?

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Neighbours legend Ian Smith has confirmed when his return to Erinsborough will air, with viewers not having too long to wait.

In a new video discussing his permanent return to the soap, Smith revealed that his fan-favourite character Harold Bishop will be back on Ramsay Street from May 28.

"I?m back on May 28th, not only back in the show but also in the first part of the show where everyone is running around to music and singing and everything," he said.

"Well, I run around and I sing, and I?m gonna be in that too. Will you be my friend? See ya!"

Elsewhere in the video, Smith said he "couldn?t be happier" about returning, adding: "I was retired and don?t get me wrong, I enjoyed retirement ? don?t tell anyone but I?m 85 years old.

"You need youngsters around you to keep you young, and we?ve got the best bunch of youngsters, they?re fun and they?re good."

The actor?s return was officially confirmed by the soap earlier this month, with its official Twitter/X account writing: "After 15 years of living away, the legendary Harold Bishop is returning to Erinsborough. We are thrilled to welcome Ian Smith back to the show and the opening titles, where he belongs."

Smith initially played Harold between 1987 and 1991, before returning for another stint in 1996 until 2009.

He has also made guest appearances over the years, including in 2022 and the first few episodes of Amazon Freevee?s revival. Now, however, it looks like he?s back for good.

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach.

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Neighbours shares first look at Harold's return and new set
He's back!

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Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours has revealed a first look at Harold Bishop moving back to Erinsborough.

The legendary character is returning to the soap later this month ? and this time he's back for good.

Viewers know that Harold has popped in and out of Erinsborough since his final scenes as a show regular aired in 2009.

Harold will now become a full-time resident again as he's moving into Eirini Rising, the new retirement complex which Terese Willis has been planning.

New spoiler pictures show Harold settling into his new retirement home, giving fans a first look at Neighbours' latest set addition.

Terese and Jane Harris have been working together on the Eirini Rising project, as the retirement centre has taken over some space at Erinsborough High. The plan is for the school and Eirini Rising to co-exist, as students build relationships with some of the older residents.

Susan Kennedy is also now on board with the project after accepting the post of Operations Manager.

Terese, Jane and Susan can be seen addressing the crowds on the big launch day of Eirini Rising, keen for it to be a success after so much hard work.

Neighbours announced actor Ian Smith's big return as Harold last month.

In a post on social media, the show wrote: "After fifteen years of living away, the legendary Harold Bishop is returning to Erinsborough. We are thrilled to welcome Ian Smith back to the show and the opening titles, where he belongs."

Ian Smith later added: "I'm back on May 28th, not only back in the show but also in the first part of the show where everyone is running around to music and singing and everything. Well, I run around and I sing, and I?m gonna be in that too.

"I was retired and don't get me wrong, I enjoyed retirement ? don't tell anyone but I'm 85 years old.

"You need youngsters around you to keep you young, and we've got the best bunch of youngsters, they're fun and they're good."

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach.

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Back as Harold, Ian Smith talks about what keeps him young ? and who else he?d like to see return to Neighbours
?I love the old bugger.'

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At the age of 85, Ian Smith has been checking out retirement villages. ?It?s sort of like moving into God?s waiting room, isn?t it?? he tells TV WEEK. ?Your last move.?

As yet, he hasn?t found one that suits.

?I searched around and they were all full of old people and I?m a young person!? he laughs.

Happily for Neighbours fans, Ian hasn?t retired from acting, and will return as Harold Bishop this week. Unlike Ian, Harold has found a retirement village he wants to move into: Eirini Rising. Run by Terese (Rebekah Elmaloglou), the home has close links with Erinsborough High.

?It?s rather pertinent to me,? Ian says. ?It?s very much my interest at the moment.?

The veteran actor has been playing Harold on and off since 1987. He says he puts on the character ?like an old cardigan?.

?I love the old bugger! I do look forward to coming back into the show because the kids keep me young.?

But he admits that learning scripts is harder for him than it used to be.

?My memory is really suffering. I?ve never forgotten where I live, but I have been in my car and suddenly forgotten how to get to a place.?

Ian likes to keep himself busy by going fly fishing, taking walks in the bush with his metal detector and riding his e-bike on dirt roads. But he doesn?t tend to go by himself anymore.

?I?m a little unsteady on my feet and I don?t feel safe going fly fishing on my own because if I stumble and fall, they might find my body half a kilometre downstream,? he explains. ?I feel safer having somebody with me. But I don?t want to tell them that?s the reason I want them with me, I want them to think that I just love them to death. It?s a lie!?

With the news of Ian?s return, fans have been getting excited about the possibility of other former Erinsborough residents joining Harold in Eirini Rising. Ian loves the idea.

?But they mustn?t outnumber the youngsters,? he adds, ?because this show, when it started off, was written for youngsters.

?Now those youngsters have become the oldies, haven?t they? Not that I was a youngster, but that beautiful Annie Jones? There wasn?t a man within a bull?s roar that wasn?t madly in love with Jane Harris, was there??

Looking back over his decades on the soap, some of Ian?s fondest memories are storylines involving Harold and ?dear Mrs Mangel?.

?When she had a crush on Harold, I think we did some of the best comedy the show has had. She was the most lovely lady, Vivean Gray.?

Ian also has fond memories of an unscripted moment between Harold and Lou (Tom Oliver) that made it to air. It was in a scene where Lou?s back went out. When Harold tried to help him, his back went out, too.

?Suddenly the two of them saw what a ridiculous sight they were and they started laughing,? Ian remembers. ?It was one of those things, that infectious contagious laughing thing, and it turned out to be wonderful.?

But there?s one memory that makes him cringe: Bouncer the Labrador dreaming about getting married after watching Harold?s daughter Kerry?s (Linda Hartley-Clark) wedding video.

?Bouncer including me in his family and almost blaming me for having pups ? I wasn?t fond of that at all.?

When asked which former resident he?d most like to see return to Neighbours, Ian doesn?t hesitate.

?It?s not possible, of course? I?d love to see Madge come back.?

Harold?s wife Madge, played by Anne Charleston, died on the show in 2001.

?We just bounced off each other so easily,? Ian says of Anne. ?It really was a luxury turning up for a rehearsal. We didn?t need it. We knew what the other one was going to do.?



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Neighbours star Ian Smith reveals future of Harold's return story
"The sentimental fool is back there and loving his girl."

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Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours reintroduces one of its most legendary characters next week as Harold Bishop moves back to Erinsborough.

Harold is taking up residence at the Eirini Rising retirement complex, which has its grand opening on Tuesday (May 28) after months of careful planning from Terese Willis and Jane Harris.

Fans will see Harold re-added to the Neighbours opening titles to reflect the fact that he's living in Erinsborough permanently again.

Digital Spy recently caught up with Ian Smith, who plays Harold, for a chat about his comeback storyline.

We've seen you pop in and out of Neighbours since bowing out as a regular in 2009. What made you want to come back on a more permanent basis this time?

"Oh no, it's not on a permanent basis, I promise you! No, it's back on a 'bits and bobs' basis. I'm not sure whether they asked me to come back full time or not, but if they had, I would have said no because I am retired.

"But I'm back for one day a week and gee-whizz, it's a luxury to have that one day a week. How many older actors get that luxury? It's wonderful to keep busy."

How did the return come about?

"I received the call out of the blue. I was standing on a pier, with a fishing rod in my hand, and my phone went. It was the boss asking me whether I'd come back. We did so much talking, I think it was at least half an hour.

"At the end of it, I was back on the show doing bits and bobs and a smile came back on my face for the first time in a while. It was fun, I like phone calls like that."

We've seen you pop in and out of Neighbours since bowing out as a regular in 2009. What made you want to come back on a more permanent basis this time?

"Oh no, it's not on a permanent basis, I promise you! No, it's back on a 'bits and bobs' basis. I'm not sure whether they asked me to come back full time or not, but if they had, I would have said no because I am retired.

"But I'm back for one day a week and gee-whizz, it's a luxury to have that one day a week. How many older actors get that luxury? It's wonderful to keep busy."

How did the return come about?

"I received the call out of the blue. I was standing on a pier, with a fishing rod in my hand, and my phone went. It was the boss asking me whether I'd come back. We did so much talking, I think it was at least half an hour.

"At the end of it, I was back on the show doing bits and bobs and a smile came back on my face for the first time in a while. It was fun, I like phone calls like that."

Does Harold make friends with any of the new younger characters?

"Well, I'll tell you about Ian making friends with the young'uns. They're the nicest... actually no, they're not the nicest ? they're the same as the ones before!

"I have been so lucky with several things. I've had several television wives, not just in this show but other shows. I've been lucky with every single one. I've had children in so many shows, and been lucky with every single one of them.

"That continues and I've just been one of the luckiest people in the show, and I don't want that to change, thank you very much!"

Is Harold excited to be part of the new Eirini Rising development?

"Yes, it all goes well, except for one thing ? I have trouble saying 'Eirini Rising'. Every time you watch the show now and I say 'Eirini Rising', you'll know it'll be the second take because I blundered the first! When I first joined the show, I couldn't say Erinsborough either. But that was the thing that gave me trouble.

"I loved this storyline ? it was a good idea. It fitted in with myself so well, because I'm 85 now and I'm getting to a point where it's harder to cook for myself, or to clean the house and all that sort of thing.

"I went looking for a similar place for myself, but it just wasn't for me. The people that were there were younger than me in years, but they were embracing their age and I can't do that.

"So I went home, got a house cleaner and a gardener, and I'm very happily living at home. So they will be carrying me out!"

Hilary Robinson is also moving into Eirini Rising. Do Hilary and Harold have much to do with each other?

"A little, but not an awful lot. I must say, I thought when she first showed up on set: 'Hello, is she going to be a match-up for Harold?' But I don't think she is."

Madge will always be Harold's one true love, but would you like to see him find love again?

"No! I'd like to stay honest to Madge. Maybe I'm a bit sentimental like that."

Is there anything else you can tease about what's coming up for Harold?

"I honestly don't know. I sometimes get ahead of myself if I know what's happening. That's not always a bad thing ? sometimes I get an idea that can follow on from what they've got planned for me. Sometimes they use it, sometimes they don't.

"But it takes up too much of my retirement, because I get serious and I sit at home in my tiny little office typing away there and thinking: 'Come on, they won't even use it'. But they do sometimes, they're very nice like that."

So have you been able to pitch ideas for Harold in the past?

"Oh yes, and it keeps my interest up in front of the camera too, because you see your ideas coming into fruition and it is good."

Would you like to see Harold's granddaughter Sky come back to the show?

"Oh yes, that would be lovely ? start that rumour, okay? Rumours do build!

"There was a rumour once that I was going to be in Doctor Who. Well, I can't tell you how that rumour grew. Imagine, Harold in Doctor Who!

"Sky has kids too ? maybe that's why she wouldn't be brought back because they'd have to pay for the kids too. But if she comes back, it's your fault! (Laughs.)"

Will there be lots of scenes between Harold, Karl and Susan?

"Yes, lots of scenes with them. Thank God, it's lovely to work with the oldies. When you work with new people, you walk on the set, talk a bit of gibberish I suppose, and that's getting to know the new people.

"You don't have to with the oldies, you just look at them and say 'don't mess up my shots, let's do it!'"

We miss the Harold and Lou dynamic! Are you still in touch with Tom Oliver?

"That was fun, wasn't it? Yes. I am in touch with him. We're both mad gardeners. We always knock on each other's door with a handful of cuttings, it's the silliest thing. Although he's quite rude ? he'll just say 'I've already got that, no I don't want that'. (Laughs.) There's none of your niceness about it at all!"

Who else would you like to see back on Ramsay Street?

"Joe Mangel, I had lots of fun with him!"

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach.

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Neighbours to resolve new Harold Bishop mystery
Why is he acting so strangely around Karl?

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Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours legend Harold Bishop finally explains his strange behaviour next week after being confronted by Karl Kennedy.

The fan favourite has been avoiding Karl for several days, preventing the doctor from arranging a healthcare catch-up with him.

Harold recently moved into the Eirini Rising retirement complex, where Karl now works as the residents' dedicated GP.

Next week, Karl realises that Harold is still stalling when it comes to booking his health check.

When Karl pops round to Harold's room to sort things out, he's shocked as Harold reveals that he has hired Remi Varga-Murphy as his GP instead.

Karl is visibly hurt by the news and confides in wife Susan, expressing his concern that Harold no longer trusts him after last year's memory loss issues.

Last October, Karl speculated that Harold could have dementia when he began struggling with his memory.

Remi later hit upon the real explanation ? Harold had been mixing his medications, creating unintended side effects. At the time, Karl was embarrassed to have missed this as a possible reason, although Harold hadn't told him about the change in medication.

Karl assures Harold there are no hard feelings, and Harold explains that he still trusts Karl's abilities as a doctor, but doesn't want the burden of his healthcare to be placed on such a dear friend.

With the air cleared and Karl happy that he's not being punished for his past mistake, can he repair his friendship with Harold?

Ian Smith recently reprised his role as Harold on a semi-regular basis. He'll be filming for one day a week in his role as a resident at Eirini Rising.

Ian told Digital Spy last month: "It's back on a 'bits and bobs' basis. I'm not sure whether they asked me to come back full-time or not, but if they had, I would have said no because I am retired.

"But I'm back for one day a week and, gee-whizz, it's a luxury to have that one day a week. How many older actors get that luxury? It's wonderful to keep busy."

Neighbours airs these scenes on Monday, June 10.

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach.

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Neighbours teases reunion for Harold Bishop and Gino Esposito
The old friends are back together.

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Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours has revealed a first look at Harold Bishop reuniting with old friend Gino Esposito.

Shane McNamara has reprised his role as Gino, who was one of the most memorable recurring characters of the show's noughties era.

Spoiler pictures for this week's episodes have previously shown Gino return as the latest addition to the Eirini Rising retirement community.

Gino will be sharing scenes with Karl and Susan Kennedy in this Thursday's episode (September 19).

New pictures have now revealed that Gino will be featuring in episodes beyond this too.

On Wednesday, October 2, Gino crosses paths with Harold ? giving the friends an opportunity for a much-needed catch-up.

The pair are seen at The Waterhole together after venturing out of Eirini Rising for the afternoon.

Gino featured on Neighbours on and off between 2000 and 2007. Claude Stevens played the role for Gino's first episode in 2000, but Shane took over the part for his subsequent appearances.

Gino was the owner of the A Good Hair Day salon, which employed Lyn Scully.

He's also notable for being among Neighbours' first gay male characters, paving the way for more prominent representation in subsequent years when characters like Chris Pappas and Aaron Brennan became show regulars.

Speaking exclusively to Digital Spy earlier this year, Neighbours' executive producer Jason Herbison had teased the arrival of more familiar faces at Eirini Rising following the returns of Harold and Hilary Robinson.

Herbison said: "Harold and Hilary will indeed be joined by further faces from the past, but it will happen organically. I didn't want to open the doors and suddenly bring back every older character imaginable.

"I also love that we might revisit some characters who weren't regulars in the past but have aged in the community."

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach

Very sad news - Ian Smith (Harold Bishop) has terminal cancer:


Yahoo.com article:

Neighbours star Ian Smith set to exit soap following terminal cancer diagnosis: 'Vey aggressive'
The actor, who has played Harold Bishop since Neighbours began, has explained that it's expected he only has a few months to live.

https://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/neigh...051512010.html

Neighbours fans have been left heartbroken by the news that the soap's most iconic and long-running star, Ian Smith, will depart the show after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. The 86-year-old started playing Harold Bishop on the Aussie series in 1987 and while he left in 1991, he returned as a regular again in 1996 for another decade before departing again. He returned in guest parts several times since 2011 and returned to the series for its reboot in 2024.

The beloved actor explained to Channel 10's Angela Bishop that the cancer he has been diagnosed with is "very aggressive and non-fixable" and that "they expect me to die." The full conversation between Ian and Angela is set to air at 5pm on Ten News on Monday afternoon.

Fans devastated over shock cancer diagnosis

Fans have already started reacting to the devastating news online, flocking to the comments section on Ten's Facebook page to share their sadness.

"Such a terrible illness, it's very sad," one person wrote.

"Oh no. I'm so sorry to hear this," another said. "You have brought so many smiles into our house over so many years and I met you once when my son was young and you were so lovely. I hope your remaining days are everything you want them to be."

"This is soooo sad!!!," another devastated fan wrote while someone else added, "So cruel and unfair to get it at an older age."

https://x.com/10NewsFirst/status/186...051512010.html

Ian Smith's career
Throughout his career, Ian has appeared in guest roles on TV shows such as Homicide, Division 4, Matlock Police and Bluey before getting his "big break" in Bellbird, playing Russell Ashwood

He also served as the associate producer and script editor of the popular TV series Prisoner while also having a semi-regular role in the show as head of the Corrections Department, Ted Douglas.

However, it was his role as Harold Bishop that made him a stalwart of Aussie TV, becoming one of the program's longest-serving characters after 2,132 episodes and earning a Gold Logie nomination in 2009.

It is currently unknown when Ian's final Neighbours episode will air or how Harold will be written out of the series.


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The Dailytelegraph.com.au article:

?They expect me to die?: Neighbours icon?s sad health battle
The beloved Ramsay Street stalwart filmed his final scenes last week, with a heartbreaking reason behind the actor?s exit from the show.

Neighbours icon Ian Smith, who plays Harold Bishop, has revealed he has been diagnosed with ?non-fixable? cancer.

The 86 year-old who first appeared on the Melbourne based soap in 1987 as an old flame of Madge Mitchell, played by Anne Charleston, has had five stints on the popular program.

Smith bid an emotional farewell from the set just over a week ago, surrounded by co-stars with scenes written to accommodate for the sad news.

Smith, ever upbeat like his much loved character, tells Ten News First: ?I found out a few months back that I have cancer. That I have a very aggressive non-fixable cancer and they expect me to ? they expect me to die.?

Jason Herbison, Executive Producer Neighbours, said Smith was adored and cherished.

?The way the residents of Ramsay Street feel about Harold is how we all feel about Ian ? we couldn?t love him more than we do,?? he said.

?Despite the challenges he was facing with his health, he wanted to give Harold a proper send-off. It was a very emotional moment on set as we paid tribute to him and the incredible contribution he has made to the show.?

Smith was cast in 1987, departed in 1991 but returned five years later in 1996 and remained on screen for over 12 years to become one of the longest-running characters in the show?s history.

Harold beat prostate cancer, survived a heart attack and a stroke and overcame memory loss to continue calling Ramsay Street home.

Smith left in 2009 as he wanted to travel with his wife, reprised the role in 2011 for a brief time, then returned again in 2015 for the show?s 30th anniversary.

He was then part of the show?s finale after 38 years in 2022, and returned last year in a guest role when the new Amazon Freevee deal with Network 10 was announced to revive Neighbours.

Last year he did a guest stint and has been back filming one day a week.

?We are deeply saddened to hear of Ian Smith?s cancer diagnosis,?? a Network 10 spokesperson said.

?A cherished member of the Neighbours family, Ian has been the heart and soul of the show since he first arrived on Ramsay Street in 1987.

?Ian has brought joy, laughter and inspiration to audiences all around the world for decades.

?Along with the cast and crew and all his fans from around the world, we will support Ian in any way we can during this difficult time.?

Smith said he never thought his unique, prim and proper mumbling character would become as popular as it did.

?I naively thought I was signing on for a frothy little soap that would come and go as most of them do,?? he said a few years ago.

?I had no inkling of the international success that lay in store for Neighbours.?

Smith didn?t hesitate when asked to return for the reboot of Neighbours.

?What actor at the age of 85 can experience that beautiful thing of doing something they love, being in a studio, standing in front of a camera and everyone telling them they?re wonderful? And I only film one day and week, so it?s lots of lovely bits and bobs,? he said.

Smith?s final scenes will air in April 2025. His full story airs on 10 News First at 5pm.



And:

Neighbours icon Ian Smith reveals tragic health battle and steps down from his role after 37 years: 'They expect me to die'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbi...tle-quits.html

So sorry to hear that :(

poor ian, tough heartbreaking

DS update article. Anne Charleston, who played his wife Madge Bishop, will return for Ian's exit story, but as a new character.....


Neighbours legend Ian Smith leaves soap after terminal cancer diagnosis
He first starred as Harold Bishop in 1987.

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...cer-diagnosis/

Neighbours icon Ian Smith has exited the soap, after announcing that he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer.

The star, known to soap fans for playing the role of Harold Bishop since 1987, has a rare form of lung cancer called pulmonary pleomorphic carcinoma.

It's a "very aggressive, non-fixable" cancer, Smith told 10 News First.

"They expect me to die," he continued, explaining he underwent three rounds of treatment, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

"I've really put my hand up just to be a guinea pig, I think, plus the fact that I don't want to die."

Smith has recently filmed his final scenes on Neighbours, with the Ramsay Street gang coming together to throw their support behind him.

"It isn't just my last day in Neighbours, it's my last day of work," Smith said.

"I've had the most privileged life," he told his co-stars as emotions ran high.

"We didn't just make soap, we made the best bloody soap there was to make. And I've met the most beautiful people."

Speaking about his castmates' love, Smith seemed taken aback and said: "It knocked me out a bit, honestly."

The actor also reflected on losing loved ones to cancer ? including his wife of five decades Gail, who passed away in December 2019.

"She was the most wonderful, beautiful person," Smith said of Gail.

After being on the soap for the past 37 years, Harold is getting a proper Erinsborough sendoff, according to Neighbours executive producer Jason Herbison.

"The way the residents of Ramsay Street feel about Harold is how we all feel about Ian ? we couldn't love him more than we do," Herbison said (via TV Tonight).

"Despite the challenges he (Smith) was facing with his health, he wanted to give Harold a proper send-off.

"It was a very emotional moment on set as we paid tribute to him and the incredible contribution he has made to the show."

Harold's Neighbours exit story includes a familiar face ? with Anne Charleston, who played his wife Madge Bishop, returning to the soap as a new character.

If you would like more information or support about living with cancer or treatment, please click here for guidance from Macmillan Cancer Support, or click here to learn more from Stand Up to Cancer.

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach Comedy.




The nowtolove.com.au article:

Ian Smith announces departure from Neighbours following ?non-fixable? cancer diagnosis
?I found out a few months back that I have cancer."

https://www.nowtolove.com.au/enterta...-smith-cancer/

Poor Ian. Such sad news. :(

Nowtolove.com.au article:


?I?m so lucky?: Beloved Neighbours star Ian Smith shares good news amidst cancer diagnosis
"I feel like I've been reborn"

https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebri...health-update/

Neighbours fans across Australia were devastated to hear in early December that the much-loved Ian Smith had been diagnosed with terminal cancer and was finishing up on the show. But when TV WEEK had a phone chat with Ian just before Christmas, he had some ?extremely good news? to share.

?I did a PET scan and the words, I believe, were ?significant metabolic change, significant shrinkage of tumour?,? the 85-year-old actor reveals.

?I?ve gone from a threat of dying this coming March to maybe a few more months? and now, God, who knows? It?s not a cure and it won?t be a cure, but I certainly have got a year, maybe two.

?That?s amazing. It really is.?

Ian was diagnosed with a rare form of lung cancer called pulmonary pleomorphic carcinoma and underwent chemotherapy as well as immunotherapy. It was Ian?s diagnosis that prompted him to contact Neighbours? executive producer Jason Herbison to see if he could return to the show as Harold Bishop, the character he?d played on and off since 1987, one final time.

?I asked Jason if I could get Harold to say goodbye and he kindly said yes,? Ian says. ?I liked Harold. There?s not enough of his type in the world. I wouldn?t like to live next to him, I?ve got to be honest, but he?s good. He?s a nice man.?

Neighbours producers even went along with Ian?s wish that Anne Charleston, who played Harold?s wife Madge, would return to the show.

?How good was that?? Ian marvels. ?Gee, you couldn?t ask for more.?

Viewers will see Anne on screen in 2025. She won?t be playing Madge, who died from pancreatic cancer in 2001, but a new character.

?That would have been hard for her to do, and she did it so successfully,? Ian says. ?It was so good.?

Ian lost his own wife, Gail, to cancer in 2019. The two of them were married for 50 years, and Ian misses her terribly.

?I?m on my own now and the world can be pretty lonely,? he admits. ?It doesn?t matter how many people you?ve got around you, without your partner for life, oh gee, it?s damn lonely.?

But Ian has been touched by the support he?s received from the cast and crew of Neighbours, as well as the public, since news of his cancer diagnosis was revealed. He says his last day on set was ?wonderful?.

?It was a kick up the backside for a cynical old bugger like me. It was so real, so sincere. I just had to stop and say to myself, ?For God?s sake! These people really do like you!? Youngsters standing in front of me and just crying??

Guy Pearce, who played Mike Young on Neighbours, was one of the many people who got in touch.

?What a superb human being Guy is. By golly. The minute he found out about me, straightaway on the phone. Just lump in the throat time, honestly.

?And I?m doing it now,? he adds, getting choked up. ?Sorry.?

So what?s up next for Ian? Well, he might be making a few phone calls.

?It?s rather funny, because there was a time there when I was supposed to die this coming March, and I was just giving things away,? he says. ?And I feel like ringing up and saying, ?Ay! Give it back! I?m going to keep living, if you don?t mind!??

He?s not feeling any pain ? ?I?m so lucky? ? and he?s able to just appreciate all the little joys that come from having more time left than he thought he had, like eating the tomatoes that are ripening in his garden.

?When I planted them, I said, ?Well, I?ll plant them but I don?t know who?s going to eat them,? because that?s what I thought,? he remembers. ?I?m about to eat them, next week.

?You know what, I feel like I?ve been reborn.?




The DS article:


Neighbours star Ian Smith shares encouraging health update
"That's amazing. It really is."

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...cer-treatment/

DS article:


Neighbours: Madge lookalike brings mystery as Anne Charleston returns
Who is newcomer Agnes?

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...hop-lookalike/

Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours has confirmed further details of legendary cast member Anne Charleston's return to the soap.

Anne ? best known for playing iconic character Madge Bishop ? reappears next week as part of the Australian soap's 40th-anniversary celebrations.

While previous cameos for Anne have seen her appear as visions of Madge, this time she'll be playing a brand new character.

The drama plays out as Nell Rebecchi's exhibition ? 'The Story of Erinsborough' ? is put on display around the Lassiters complex.

The cartoon-style artwork brings extra visitors to the area ? and is the perfect excuse for some classic Neighbours nostalgia in the show's big week.

Anne's new character Agnes Adair is one of the characters who takes an interest in Nell's work.

Unsurprisingly, Agnes feels particularly drawn to an artwork showing Madge.

JJ Varga-Murphy watches the bizarre scene unfold and is struck by how similar Agnes is to Madge, who died 24 years ago.

He quickly brings Nell in on the mystery, and they sneakily take a picture of Agnes when they spot her again. Who is this newcomer, and how will those who knew Madge feel about her presence in Erinsborough?

Anne played the role of Madge between 1986 and 1992, then again between 1996 and 2001.

She later appeared as visions of Madge in the 30th-anniversary episodes in 2015 ? and for a subsequent cameo in the Channel 5 finale episode of Neighbours in 2022.

Anne's return to filming last year came as the soap crafted a touching final storyline for Ian Smith, who plays Harold Bishop.

Ian was forced to step away from Neighbours permanently last year after being diagnosed with terminal cancer, and his exit scenes air later this year. However, he recently shared a positive health update with fans, revealing that his life expectancy has been extended to Christmas 2026.

Neighbours airs Agnes's first scenes on Monday, March 17.

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on

DS article:


Neighbours mystery deepens as Harold Bishop faces Madge's lookalike
Will he get answers?

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...dge-lookalike/

Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours newcomer Agnes Adair shares an emotional first scene with Harold Bishop as they come face-to-face for the first time next week.

Show bosses have brought back legendary former cast member Anne Charleston to play the role of Agnes ? 24 years after her previous character Madge Bishop died in heartbreaking scenes.

Agnes arrives as part of Neighbours' unmissable 40th anniversary episodes, which kick off a series of dramatic new stories for the soap.

JJ Varga-Murphy is first to spot Agnes as she arrives in town to view Nell Rebecchi's 'Story of Erinsborough' exhibition, which is being displayed around the Lassiters complex.

As JJ has learned lots about Erinsborough's history thanks to Nell's project, he immediately notices the resemblance between Agnes and Madge.

Keen to find out exactly what's going on here, JJ suggests that Agnes should pay a visit to the Eirini Rising retirement community, where Madge's husband Harold lives.

Agnes accepts the offer of a tour and turns up in the recreation room, where she comes face-to-face with Harold as well as the Kennedys.

Everyone is stunned by how much Agnes looks like Madge. As the situation grows awkward, Agnes quickly grows uncomfortable with the attention and threatens to leave.

JJ persuades Agnes to stick around and fills in the blanks by explaining exactly who Madge was.

Agnes admits that she's curious about Madge herself after seeing her illustration as part of the exhibition. However, she firmly insists that she doesn't want to upset Harold and thinks it's best to stay away.

Can JJ convince Agnes to stick around and investigate this mystery properly?

Neighbours airs these scenes on Tuesday, March 18.

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach Comedy.

DS article:


Neighbours confirms Agnes Adair's mysterious connection to Madge Bishop
The strange link between Madge and Agnes is confirmed.

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...op-connection/

Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours delves deeper into the mysterious past of newcomer Agnes Adair in upcoming scenes that confirm her link her to Madge Bishop.

Former cast member Anne Charleston has returned to the show to play the role of Agnes for the show?s 40th anniversary episodes ? 24 years after her former character Madge tragically passed away.

As Erinsborough's residents are surprised by the two characters? resemblance, Agnes paid a visit to Madge?s husband Harold this week, who was overwhelmed by her similarity to his late wife.

In scenes set to air on Wednesday (March 26), the show confirms there is a connection between the two characters after Agnes and JJ Varga-Murphy get hold of documents from a relative.

JJ was the first to spot Agnes as she arrived in town when he spotted the resemblance between her and Madge via a piece of artwork on display at Nell Rebecchi's 'Story of Erinsborough' exhibition.

It was JJ who suggested that Agnes visit the Eirini Rising retirement community, where Madge's husband Harold lives.

In new scenes, Agnes returns to the cafe and runs into Harold again, who invites her to look at a file of family documents he?s been sent by Madge?s brother Tom Ramsay.

They start to look at the papers, but Agnes? resemblance to Madge soon overwhelms Harold, who leaves.

Determined to find out more, Agnes and JJ continue to look through the folder and discover the family connection between the two, as Agnes is related to Madge via her great-grandmother.

Shocked by the revelation, Agnes asks JJ to keep the information from Harold until she processes it. But how long can they keep him in the dark for?

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach Comedy.

DS article:


Neighbours reveals Harold Bishop's emotional exit storyline
Ian Smith bows out from the role.

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...op-exit-story/

Neighbours spoilers follow.

Neighbours airs emotional farewell scenes for Harold Bishop next week.

The legendary character bows out from Erinsborough, nearly a year after he returned to town and moved into Eirini Rising.

Upcoming scenes explore a time of change at the retirement community.

Agnes Adair officially moves into one of the empty apartments following the recent sale of her home. Sadly, though, the Madge lookalike won't get her chance to live in close proximity to Harold.

Harold surprises everyone when he reveals that he has decided to move back to Queensland to stay with his granddaughter Sky Mangel and her wife Lana Crawford permanently.

He reaches out to Agnes before he goes, suggesting that they should stay in touch as pen pals following the big revelation that she's part of the Ramsay and Robinson families.

Later, the Ramsay Street residents gather to throw a farewell party for Harold.

Harold insists that Agnes should join the celebrations and he takes the opportunity to give her a tour of Number 24, his old home.

As Harold shows Agnes around, he shares plenty of memories of Madge.

Everyone reminisces further back at the Kennedy house when the Ramsay Street history book is brought out.

Ian Smith announced in December that he'd finished filming at Neighbours after being diagnosed with an "aggressive" form of terminal cancer.

Cast and crew gathered to support the beloved actor on his last day on set, where he said: "It isn't just my last day in Neighbours, it's my last day of work.

"I've had the most privileged life. We didn't just make soap, we made the best bloody soap there was to make. And I've met the most beautiful people."

More recently, Ian has shared a positive update on his health after undergoing experimental treatment. He recently revealed that his life expectancy has been extended to December 2026, giving him much more time than he'd expected.

Neighbours airs Harold's final scenes on Monday, April 14.

Neighbours releases new episodes from Mondays to Thursdays for free on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video in the UK and US. In Australia, the show airs from Mondays to Thursdays at 4pm on Channel 10, with a 6.30pm repeat screening on 10 Peach Comedy.

Tvtonight.com.au article:


?You?ve been more than Neighbours?: Harold Bishop has left the building?
There were tears, sentiment and flashback memories as a soap legend finally departed Ramsay Street.

https://tvtonight.com.au/2025/04/you...-building.html

Ian Smith?s last ever episode of Neighbours has screened on 10, bringing to a close 38 years across the 10 soap.

The episode included Harold?s announcement of a move to Port Douglas, Queensland (of course) and a montage of flashbacks with Ann Charleston (also on set), Kylie Minogue, Tom Oliver, Vivean Gray and more (none I spotted with ?Afro Harold?).

?Interesting is one word for it? privileged I think is better,? Harold aka ?Jelly Belly? told his Ramsay Street friends.

?I ended up making the best possible friends a man could ever have?.. this has been more than a street to me?. you?ve been more than Neighbours, my life has been enriched by every one of you?. you are always in my heart. Always.?

If you missed it, here?s the synopsis:

Agnes is officially welcomed to Eirini Rising. Amidst the celebrations, Harold makes a momentous announcement to Susan and Karl ? he?s decided to move back to Queensland for good, to live with Sky and Lana.

Agnes is disappointed to hear of Harold?s news, but he suggests they stay in touch as pen pals, assuring this is a new beginning for both of them.

With Harold?s departure set, the residents of Ramsay Street rally to surprise their beloved friend with a farewell party.

After inviting Agnes to the party, Harold takes her on a tour of his old home at Number Twenty-Four, where he reminisces on memories of Madge.

As the Ramsay Street History Book is brought out, Harold relives his time in the Erinsborough community? His life has been enriched by dear neighbours and friends who will always be in his heart.

Ian Smith will appear tonight on The Project.



The DS article:

Neighbours fans in tears as Harold Bishop's final episode airs after 38 years
"Feels like losing a member of my household."

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...final-episode/

i did shed a tear at his exit, the flashbacks, toadie should have been there too

Tvtonight.com.au article:


One more time for Harold Bishop
After that emotional farewell... there is one more "very special" moment to come.

https://tvtonight.com.au/2025/04/one...ld-bishop.html

EXCLUSIVE:

Neighbours producers this week revealed one more scene with Ian Smith as Harold Bishop is yet to screen.

Executive Producer Jason Herbison tells TV Tonight, ?We wanted to give Harold a hopeful send off and pay tribute to his time on the show with the limited amount of scenes that we had.

?We did manage to film an additional moment that has no yet gone to air ? viewers will see it in the coming weeks. It?s a small moment but it?s very special indeed.?

It follows a farewell episode for Harold which screened on Monday, in which he announced a move to Queensland to be with family.

Producers had originally plotted a longer arc, alongside Anne Charleston?s surprise appearance as Agnes, but a health diagnosis late last year meant a hurried exit was necessary.

At the time Smith also announced it would serve as his retirement.

Since then, doctors have given him more time than originally advised.

On Monday he even told The Project, ?I was supposed to die in March?? I didn?t. So I?m here to talk about me dying last month.

?I want to go forever. I don?t want to play Harold anymore but no, I don?t want to stop acting.?



The DS article:

Neighbours surprise as Harold Bishop's farewell isn't over yet
"It?s a small moment but it?s very special indeed."

https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/nei...p-final-scene/