For months, fans of Home and Away have been reeling from the explosive 2025 season finale that claimed the life of Cash Newman—a character who had become

the emotional backbone of Summer Bay. Now, for the first time since the devastating episode aired, actor Nicholas Cartwright has spoken publicly about the storyline

that left viewers stunned, heartbroken, and still searching for answers.

Cash’s death was not just another soap twist. It was a seismic moment that closed a chapter many believed would never end. As the final scenes unfolded, audiences watched a man defined by duty, quiet strength, and deep loyalty make the ultimate sacrifice. The shock wasn’t simply that Cash died—it was how suddenly, and how final, it felt.

In a candid new interview, Cartwright admitted that saying goodbye to Cash was one of the hardest experiences of his career. “I knew it was going to hurt people,” he said. “But I don’t think any of us fully understood the impact it would have until it aired. Cash meant a lot to me, and I know he meant a lot to the audience.”

According to Cartwright, the decision to kill off Cash was not made lightly. Writers reportedly spent months debating the character’s fate, aware that his death would send shockwaves through the show’s fanbase. “There were a lot of conversations,” Cartwright revealed. “The producers wanted it to feel earned—not sensational, not careless. Cash’s story has always been about responsibility and protection, and in the end, that’s exactly how he went out.”

The actor described filming Cash’s final moments as emotionally draining. Longtime castmates were present on set, many of them visibly shaken as the scenes played out. “There was this heavy silence between takes,” Cartwright recalled. “People weren’t chatting like usual. Everyone knew we were filming something that would change the show forever.”

What made the storyline even more painful was its ripple effect—particularly on those Cash left behind. His death has already begun to reshape Summer Bay, plunging several characters into grief, guilt, and unresolved anger. Cartwright acknowledged that watching those aftermath episodes has been just as difficult as filming the death itself. “Seeing the impact on the people Cash loved—that’s where it really hits,” he said. “That’s when you realize this wasn’t just an exit. It was a turning point.”

Despite the heartbreak, Cartwright expressed pride in how the story was handled. He praised the writers for resisting the temptation to undo the moment. “In a show like Home and Away, death doesn’t always stick,” he said carefully. “But this one was meant to be permanent. And I think that’s why it hurts so much—it’s real.”

As for his future, Cartwright remains tight-lipped. While fans are already speculating about a possible return in another role—or a dramatic twist that brings Cash back—he made it clear that, for now, this goodbye is genuine. “Cash’s story is complete,” he said. “And as painful as that is, there’s something beautiful about letting a character have a proper ending.”

Cash Newman’s death will be remembered as one of Home and Away’s most powerful finales—an ending that dared to break hearts rather than play it safe. And now, with Nicholas Cartwright finally sharing his truth, fans can grieve knowing that the loss was as meaningful behind the scenes as it was on screen.