Home and Away’s Emily Weir Reunites with Former Co-Star Tim Franklin on the Red Carpet
It was a night filled with nostalgia for Home and Away fans as beloved star Emily Weir reunited with her former on-screen love interest Tim Franklin. The pair, who shared sizzling chemistry as Mackenzie Booth and Colby Thorne on the long-running soap, were all smiles as they walked the red carpet together at the premiere of The Last King of the Cross.
A Heartwarming Reunion
Weir, who still stars on Home and Away as Mackenzie Booth, took to Instagram to share a series of charming photos alongside Franklin. The pictures show the duo laughing, embracing, and posing with The Last King of the Cross director, Ian Watson.
Fans quickly flooded the comments with excitement, thrilled to see the actors back together after years apart. One follower wrote, “We need Colby back! Mac and Colby were great together!” — a sentiment echoed by many who still remember the couple’s passionate, if turbulent, romance in Summer Bay.
Tim Franklin’s New Role — and a Familiar Badge
Franklin, who portrayed the dedicated police officer Colby Thorne from 2018 to 2020, was attending the event to celebrate his latest project — the Paramount+ miniseries The Last King of the Cross.
Sharing his own set of photos from the evening, Franklin joked about being cast in another law enforcement role, writing: “The Last King of the Cross – check it out on Paramount+. I play a cop again. #typecast.”
The reunion not only delighted fans of the soap but also highlighted the strong friendships formed behind the scenes of Home and Away, a series known for its tight-knit cast and lasting bonds.
Emily Weir’s Journey of Strength and Resilience
While fans adore her as Mackenzie, Emily Weir’s story off-screen has also inspired many. In a previous interview with Who Magazine, the actress opened up about her battle with anxiety and her struggles with alcohol.
“I was self-medicating with red wine, but I managed to hide it all really well,” she shared. “I ignored the issue because I wanted to travel and party with my friends. I started drinking more because it combated the anxiety and all my fears dissipated. But I became reliant on booze.”
Weir’s honesty and strength in confronting her past have made her a role model to fans, who continue to cheer for her both personally and professionally.
Fans Hope for a Colby Comeback
As Home and Away continues to evolve, the reunion between Weir and Franklin has reignited hopes of a potential on-screen comeback. Could Colby Thorne ever return to Summer Bay?
For now, fans can only reminisce — and enjoy the heartwarming sight of two of Summer Bay’s most beloved stars back together again, even if just for one night.