Who is Leaving Neighbours 2024? Explore the Character's Journey in the Show
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Updated Aug 21, 2024
Who is Leaving Neighbours 2024?
Ryan Moloney, who has played the character Jarrod "Toadfish" Rebecchi on Neighbours for 30 years, has announced that he will be leaving the show in 2024. Moloney joined the show in 1995, playing a troubled teen who eventually became a beloved and responsible member of the Ramsay Street community.
Throughout his time on the show, Toadie has been involved in many memorable storylines, including multiple marriages and dramatic events. Ryan Moloney's portrayal of Toadie earned him a nomination for the Logie Award for Most Popular Actor.
Fans have expressed mixed emotions about his departure, with many reminiscing about the character and congratulating Moloney on his long career. Despite leaving his on-screen role, Moloney will not be leaving the show entirely. He plans to continue working on Neighbours as a director, having recently completed his first episode behind the camera.
Ryan Moloney Journey in Neighbours
Ryan Moloney played the character Jarrod "Toadfish" Rebecchi on the Australian soap opera Neighbours for almost 30 years. He first appeared on the show on January 23, 1995. Originally, Moloney was only supposed to play Toadie in one scene, but the character became popular with viewers, leading to Moloney being promoted to a regular cast member.
Toadie started as a troubled teenager and a bit of a "class clown," but over time, he matured into a responsible lawyer and a key figure in the Ramsay Street community. Despite being "unlucky in love," Toadie had several relationships and was married five times, with his marriage to Sonya Rebecchi being the most significant until her death.
Moloney's portrayal of Toadie earned him praise from both critics and viewers. He received multiple awards for his role, including the Best Daytime Star award at the Inside Soap Awards in 2010, which he won three more times in 2011, 2012, and 2019. He was also nominated for a Logie Award for Most Popular Actor.
In 2022, when Neighbours was thought to be ending, the show's finale centered on Toadie's wedding to Melanie Pearson. However, when the show was revived in 2023, the premiere featured Toadie's wedding to Terese Willis. Moloney's departure from the show was officially announced in June 2024, marking the end of a long and memorable journey on Neighbours.
Neighbours
Neighbours is an Australian soap opera that first aired on March 18, 1985. Created by Reg Watson, it originally aired on the Seven Network but was canceled there and quickly picked up by Network Ten. The show focuses on the lives of people living in the fictional suburb of Erinsborough, especially on Ramsay Street.
It became Australia's longest-running drama and was inducted into the Logie Hall of Fame in 2005. Despite a successful run, the show was canceled in the UK by Channel 5 in 2022. However, it was revived later in 2022 with a deal between Amazon Freevee and Fremantle, and resumed production in April 2023.
Neighbours Plot
Neighbours is set in the fictional suburb of Erinsborough in Melbourne, Victoria, focusing on the lives of the residents of Ramsay Street and the nearby Lassiters complex. The show initially centered on the Ramsay and Robinson families and has since expanded to include other households. Storylines often revolve around family issues, romances, and daily struggles. The series addresses a wide range of serious topics, such as teenage pregnancy, financial problems, drug use, and health issues. It has also tackled more dramatic events like natural disasters and crimes.
Neighbours Overview
Specification |
Details |
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Show Name | Neighbours |
Genre | Soap opera |
Created by | Reg Watson |
Theme Music Composer | Tony Hatch (theme music) |
Lyrics | Jackie Trent |
Opening Theme | Neighbours theme |
Country of Origin | Australia |
Original Language | English |
No. of Seasons | 40 |
No. of Episodes | 9,095 |
Executive Producer | Jason Herbison |
Producer | Andrew Thompson |
Production Locations | Melbourne, Australia |
Running Time | 22–24 minutes |
Production Companies | Grundy Television (1985–2006)
Fremantle Australia (2006–present) Amazon MGM Studios (2023–present) |
Network | Amazon Freevee |
Release | 18 September 2023 – present |
Where to Watch Neighbours?
You can watch Neighbours Monday to Thursday at 4 pm on 10 and 10 Play and at 6:30 pm on 10 Peach. The show is also available on Amazon Freevee since September 2023.