Neighbours actress Janet Andrewartha has passed away at the age of 72. Renowned for her role as Lyn Scully in the soap, the actress passed away in Melbourne on Friday, surrounded by her daughters Eloise and Sarah.
On the pages official Instagram page was a tribute, “Everyone at Neighbours is deeply saddened by the passing of Janet Andrewartha. Beloved by viewers for her role as Ramsay Street’s Lyn Scully, Janet will be remembered for her wide body of work, which includes her memorable turn as Reb Keane in Prisoner: Cell Block H. Janet had many friendships at Neighbours and one of her most enduring bonds was with Jackie Woodburne, who shared the following words: “Janet was one of the finest actors of her generation, but more than that, she was an extraordinary woman. Passionate, political, curious, delightfully eccentric, generous and fun. To me she was a steadfast friend for over 45 years. I will miss her every day.” Our thoughts are with Janet’s family and loved ones at this time.”
A number of Janet’s former co-stars took to the comment section of the post to pay tribute to the actress, with Stefan Dennis (Paul Robinson) sharing, “So very upset to lose the lovely Janet. As Jackie said, she truly was an exceptional actress who was a pleasure to work with and to be around. We will all miss you, dear girl.”
Remembering Janet Andrewartha:
Janet Andrewartha, a prolific Australian television and theatre actress, captivated audiences with her compelling performances. Her illustrious career spanned several decades, with notable roles in iconic Australian television series. From her portrayal of Rebecca Kean in Prisoner to her memorable character Lyn Scully in the beloved soap opera Neighbours. She began her career as a music teacher before attending drama school. She graduated in 1979 and began securing television and theatre roles.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends during this challenging period.
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