In a rare and heart-warming revelation that has sent fans into a delighted frenzy, Home and Away favourite Emily Symons has officially confirmed a romance she has kept quietly tucked away from the spotlight for an astonishing two years.

The beloved actress — adored by audiences for her long-running portrayal of Marilyn Chambers — stepped out this week with the mystery man who has been by her side behind closed doors, marking the first time she has publicly acknowledged the relationship that insiders say has been “deeply happy, deeply grounding, and exactly what she deserves.”

Emily, who has always balanced fame with a carefully protected private life, surprised everyone when she arrived at a charity event in Sydney accompanied by a tall, softly-spoken gentleman who was introduced simply as her partner. And although she didn’t reveal many details, her radiant smile and relaxed demeanour did all the talking.

“She was glowing,” one attendee reveals. “Emily looked lighter, happier, and more at ease than we’ve seen her in ages. You could tell this wasn’t a new relationship — it had the warmth of something well-established and very comfortable.”

According to those close to the actress, Emily chose to keep the romance out of the public eye for reasons rooted in privacy and protection, wanting to ensure the connection had space to grow away from cameras and commentary. Only a tight inner circle was aware, and they’re said to be thrilled she finally feels ready to share her joy with the world.

“She’s incredibly careful with her personal life, but she’s also incredibly romantic,” says one source. “This relationship has supported her, uplifted her, and brought a calmness to her life. She didn’t hide him out of secrecy — she protected the relationship because it mattered.”

The pair reportedly met through mutual friends, and those who know him describe him as “kind, grounded, and wonderfully normal,” someone who balances Emily’s decades in the entertainment industry with a refreshingly low-key presence.

Fans exploded with excitement the moment photos surfaced, flooding social media with messages of love and celebration for the star who has weathered her fair share of highs and lows over the years. Many praised her for opening up only when she felt completely ready — a sentiment echoed by colleagues on the Home and Away set.

“She deserves all the happiness in the world,” one co-star shared. “Seeing her with someone who clearly cherishes her is beautiful. Everyone’s absolutely thrilled for her.”

And with Emily entering a new chapter both personally and professionally — including fresh emotional storylines in Summer Bay — the timing couldn’t be more perfect. Insiders say she’s “energised, inspired, and creatively recharged,” crediting, in part, the quiet support she’s had behind the scenes.

For now, Emily is keeping further details about her partner private — but the message she delivered to fans by stepping out with him was loud and clear: she’s happy, she’s loved, and she’s finally ready to share that joy with the world.

A rare, tender moment of good news indeed — and one that has touched Home and Away viewers everywhere.