In a revelation that has left Home and Away fans both stunned and delighted, long-time Summer Bay favorite Emily Symons has officially confirmed that she has found love again —

and not just any love. The 54-year-old actress, best known for her beloved portrayal of Marilyn Chambers, has revealed that she’s in a relationship with a younger man and that

the two are planning to tie the knot next year. After years of heartbreak and rumors about her romantic life, Emily’s confession has set the entertainment world alight. Speaking in an exclusive interview

she couldn’t hide her joy. “It feels incredible to be this happy again,” she said with a glowing smile. “He makes me laugh every single day, and I can honestly say I’ve never felt more at peace with love.”

While Emily hasn’t disclosed the name of her fiancé just yet, insiders claim he’s a successful entrepreneur nearly 15 years her junior. The pair reportedly met at a charity event last year and quickly bonded over their shared passion for mental health awareness and animal rescue — causes close to Emily’s heart.

One source close to the actress revealed, “Emily wasn’t looking for love. She had accepted that chapter of her life might be behind her. But when she met him, everything changed. He completely adores her — and he treats her like absolute royalty.”

The couple’s relationship, which they initially kept private, has quietly blossomed away from the spotlight. However, speculation began when Emily was spotted wearing a delicate diamond ring during a recent Home and Away press appearance. Fans were quick to notice the sparkle — and now it seems the engagement rumors were true all along.

According to close friends, the engagement happened in a deeply personal setting. “He proposed at home, just the two of them, surrounded by candles and music,” the insider said. “It wasn’t about extravagance — it was about love and sincerity. Emily said yes through tears of happiness.”

The news marks a fresh, joyful chapter for Emily, whose love life has often mirrored her on-screen heartbreak. After a string of public relationships and a tough split several years ago, she took time away to focus on herself and her young son. Now, her fans couldn’t be more thrilled to see her thriving again.

“Marilyn may always be unlucky in love,” one fan posted online, “but Emily finally found her happily ever after.”

The wedding is reportedly set for mid-2026, with whispers that several of her Home and Away castmates will play special roles in the ceremony. When asked about her dream wedding, Emily simply smiled and said, “Something intimate, surrounded by the people who mean the most. I’ve waited a long time for this — I want it to be perfect.”

After decades in the limelight, Emily Symons’ story proves that love can come when you least expect it — and that sometimes, the happiest endings are worth the wait.