Neighbours legend Janet Andrewartha dies aged 72 – as co-stars pay emotional tributes
NEIGHBOURS legend Janet Andrewartha has died aged 72 – as her heartbroken co-stars pay tribute.
Janet was best known for her role as Lyn Scully in the hit Australian soap from 1999 to 2006.
The news of her death was announced today after she passed away in her sleep on Friday with her daughters Eloise and Sarah by her side.
Neighbours paid tribute to Janet on its official Instagram page soon after the news was announced.
In a post, it wrote: “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’s Neighbours co-stars were also quick to pay their respects.
Jackie Woodburne, who plays Susan Kennedy, was quoted in the post saying: “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.”
Stefan Dennis – who plays Paul Robinson – wrote on X: “So very upset to lose the lovely Janet.
“As Jackie said, she truly was an exceptional actress who was a pleasure work with and to be around. We will all miss you dear girl.”
Meanwhile, Colette Mann who also appeared in Prisoner with Janet added: “I was so shocked to hear this news yesterday and I can only echo Jackie’s words about Janet… brilliant, crazy in the best way, a good friend and great colleague. Vale Ms Janet my friend.”