It’s the end of an era. In news that has left fans reeling, beloved Home and Away star Jessica Redmayne has officially confirmed her shock departure from the iconic Aussie soap — and the emotions are running high.

After years of lighting up screens as the fierce yet vulnerable Sienna Blake, Jessica has announced she’s saying goodbye to Summer Bay — and this time, it’s for good.

“It’s time,” she said in an emotional statement shared with TV Coastline. “This show has been my heart and soul for so many years, and leaving isn’t a decision I’ve made lightly. But I’m ready for the next chapter.”

Jessica joined Home and Away in 2017, quickly becoming a fan favourite thanks to her gripping performance as Sienna — a complex character who overcame trauma, heartbreak, and betrayal to become one of the Bay’s most resilient women. Viewers have followed her through turbulent romances, health battles, and even a stint behind bars. But behind the scenes, sources say Jessica had been quietly considering a change.

“Jess has been feeling the pull for a while now,” an insider from the set revealed. “She’s incredibly grateful to the show, but she’s ready to explore new opportunities — both professionally and personally.”

Jessica’s departure was filmed last month under a veil of secrecy, with producers reportedly crafting an emotional exit storyline that will do justice to her character’s journey. While details are tightly under wraps, Soap Weekly has learned that Sienna’s final episodes will air before the end of the year — and they’re being described as “gut-wrenching.”

“There won’t be a dry eye in the house,” a source teased. “The storyline is powerful, and fans are going to be completely blindsided by how it ends.”

The cast and crew have already begun paying tribute to Jessica, with co-star Liam Carter (who plays her on-screen love interest, Nate) sharing a heartfelt post on social media:

“Working with Jess has been one of the highlights of my career. She’s a powerhouse, a friend, and she’s going to be so missed on set.”

While Jessica hasn’t revealed exactly what’s next, she’s hinted at exciting new ventures, including potential roles overseas and a long-rumoured return to the stage.

“Acting has always been about evolution for me,” she said. “I want to keep pushing myself creatively — and hopefully surprise people along the way.”

Fans, meanwhile, are devastated.

“NOOOO not Sienna! She’s the soul of the show,” one viewer wrote.
“Jessica Redmayne is a queen. I’ll follow her to whatever she does next,” another posted.

As the countdown begins to Sienna’s final scenes, one thing is clear: Jessica Redmayne’s time in Summer Bay may be ending, but her legacy is undeniable.

A true Home and Away icon, she’s leaving behind a character who made audiences feel everything — and she’ll never be forgotten.

Goodbye, Sienna. Thank you, Jessica.