Following the recent, unexpected passing of actress Rachael Carpani at age 45, news outlets have reported on the reason behind the absence of her former Home and Away co-stars at her final farewell.

Carpani, who was known for her long-running role on McLeod’s Daughters before joining the cast of Home and Away in 2024, died peacefully last week after a long battle with chronic illness. Her parents, Tony and Gael Carpani, announced her death via social media.

The reason for the lack of attendance from the Home and Away cast and other industry colleagues is due to the nature of the service itself. In their public statement, Carpani’s family confirmed that the funeral was a “private event.”

The family stated, “The family requests privacy at this very difficult time and will be making no further statements,” indicating a desire for a strictly intimate gathering limited to close family members. This private arrangement explains why her co-stars did not attend the service.

Rachael Carpani was a beloved figure in Australian television, and while her funeral was private, tributes have poured in from fans and colleagues across the industry.