Irene Roberts (Home and Away)

Irene Roberts
Home and Away character
Lynne McGranger as Irene Roberts
Portrayed byJacqy Phillips (1991–1992)
Lynne McGranger (1993–present)
Duration1991–present
First appearance29 October 1991 (1991-10-29)
ClassificationPresent; regular
Introduced byDes Monaghan
Book appearancesHome and Away: A Place in the Bay
Spin-off
appearances
In-universe information
Occupation
  • Diner co-owner
  • Waitress
  • Barista
  • Foster parent
  • School secretary
SistersWendy McFarlane
HusbandMurdoch Roberts (until 1995)
Sons
Daughters
GrandsonsPaul Roberts
Mark Roberts
GranddaughtersLuc Patterson
Ella Hunter (former foster)
NephewsNelson McFarlane

Irene Roberts is a fictional character from the Australian television soap opera Home and Away. She was originally played by actress Jacqy Phillips from her introduction in Episode 887 shown on 29 October 1991, until 13 May 1992 (Episode 1003). Following Phillips' departure, the part was recast to Lynne McGranger, who debuted in Episode 1147, broadcast on 12 January 1993. Irene was initially a recurring character, but on 7 October 1993 McGranger was promoted to the regular cast. McGranger is one of the longest-serving cast members on the show. On 8 August 2024, Irene temporarily departed with an expected return date of early 2025.