When Jacqui Purvis bid farewell to Home and Away in August 2024, the exit was as devastating as it was unforgettable. Her character, Felicity Newman,

one of Summer Bay’s most vibrant and emotionally complex residents, was killed off in a heartbreaking storyline that saw her suffer a sudden brain aneurysm.

For viewers, it felt brutally final. For the characters left behind—especially her brother Cash Newman and her estranged husband Tane Parata—it felt like a loss that left wounds far from healed.

Now, more than a year later, Purvis’ recent comments have reignited a wave of speculation that refuses to die. With just a few carefully chosen words, the actress has reopened the door to Summer Bay—and reminded fans that in the world of soap drama, nothing is ever truly impossible.

A Death That Never Felt Finished

Felicity Newman’s death remains one of Home and Away’s most emotionally charged exits in recent years. Fierce, impulsive, and unapologetically herself, Felicity was a character defined by intensity—both in love and in conflict. Her unresolved history with Tane Parata, marked by passion, betrayal, and lingering affection, left viewers convinced that her story still had chapters left to tell.

Adding to that sense of unfinished business was Felicity’s unbreakable bond with her brother Cash. Their sibling relationship formed the emotional backbone of many storylines, and Felicity’s absence continues to ripple through Cash’s journey. For many fans, her death didn’t feel like closure—it felt like an interruption.

That lingering emotional weight is precisely why speculation about a return has never faded.

“Never Say Never”: A Soap Door Left Open

Despite Felicity’s on-screen death, Jacqui Purvis has made it clear she isn’t opposed to a return. In fact, her enthusiasm for the role and the show remains unmistakable.

“I loved that job, and I loved that character,” Purvis said recently, adding the three words that sent fans into a frenzy: “Never say never.”

In the world of Home and Away, those words carry enormous significance. The series has a long history of bending reality when it comes to beloved characters. Fake deaths, secret twins, shock survivals, and long-lost returns are all part of the show’s DNA. Felicity’s exit, while dramatic, exists well within the kind of narrative territory soaps have rewritten before.

A secret twin. A death that wasn’t what it seemed. A long-hidden truth waiting to surface. Each possibility suddenly feels less far-fetched with Purvis openly admitting she’d “go back in a heartbeat.”

A Role That Meant Everything

Purvis’ connection to Home and Away runs deeper than a standard acting job. She speaks about her time on the show with genuine warmth, describing it as the most meaningful professional experience of her life.

“It truly was the best job I’ve ever had,” she shared. “I’ll always have the friendships I made there. I’ll never forget the work we did. It was incredible, and I loved every second of it.”

Unlike many actors, Purvis didn’t attend drama school. Instead, Home and Away became her classroom. She has openly described her time on set as a real-world education—an immersive crash course in acting, storytelling, and resilience.

“That was pretty much my uni,” she explained. “I didn’t go to acting school. I’m just so grateful because I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for that.”

That sense of gratitude, rather than distance, is what makes her comments so powerful. This isn’t an actress eager to move on from her past—it’s one who still carries it with pride.

Summer Bay: A Family That Never Really Leaves You

Purvis’ bond with her Home and Away castmates has endured long after her departure. She remains in close contact with several former co-stars, including Stephanie Panozzo, Georgie Parker, and Ethan Browne. The way she describes those relationships sounds less like colleagues and more like family.

“We really were—or still are—a family,” she said. “You make these bonds, and it’s so hard to walk away from that.”

That connection keeps her tied to Summer Bay, even from afar. Purvis admits she still checks in regularly, asking what’s happening on set and following the show closely. The emotional tether has never been cut—only stretched.

For fans, that ongoing connection feels like another sign that Felicity’s story may not be finished after all.

Life After Home and Away: A Career on the Rise

Since leaving the show, Purvis has wasted no time forging her next chapter. She is set to star in her first professional stage production, produced by her own company, Knickknack Productions—a bold and deeply personal step that signals her desire to shape stories from behind the scenes as well as in front of the camera.

Her screen career is also accelerating. In 2026, she will appear in Fear Is the Rider, a major production featuring an impressive cast that includes Ben Mendelsohn (Rogue One), Toby Wallace (The Bikeriders), and Eliza Scanlen (Babyteeth). The project positions Purvis firmly on the international stage and underscores how far she has come since her early days in Summer Bay.

She also plans to spend time in Los Angeles, pursuing global opportunities while navigating the unpredictable terrain of the entertainment industry.

Trusting Instincts in a Ruthless Industry

As her career expands, Purvis remains grounded in a philosophy shaped by experience rather than hype. When asked about advice she’s received, she emphasizes the importance of intuition.

“Honestly, the biggest piece of advice is to follow your gut,” she said. “There are so many voices in this industry, so many people telling you what to do and what not to do. The strongest thing is to keep coming back to your gut and trusting it.”

It’s advice that reflects the same authenticity fans loved in Felicity Newman—a character who lived instinctively, passionately, and without apology.

Could Felicity Really Return?

So, will Felicity Newman ever walk back into Summer Bay?

There are no confirmations, no contracts signed, no official announcements. But what has changed is the tone of the conversation. Jacqui Purvis hasn’t shut the door. She’s cracked it open—and in soap-land, that’s often all it takes.

Whether through a twist of fate, a shocking revelation, or a narrative sleight of hand only Home and Away can deliver, the possibility now feels real enough to hope for.

For fans still grieving Felicity’s loss, those three simple words—never say never—may be the most powerful spoiler of all.