Home and Away has revealed two characters are set to return for a major event.
One of the River Boys is returning to Home and Away(Image: Channel 5)
Home and Away fans have been left delighted at the news two legends from the soap are set to return.
Stephen Peacocke, who played The River Boys leader Darryl “Brax” Braxton, and Erica “Ricky” Sharpe actress Bonnie Sveen are returning for a major Home and Away event.
For a one-off special in partnership with Tourism Western Australia, the couple are returning since leaving the soap in 2016.
Ten years later, viewers will find out where life has taken them since they left the Bay.
Fans know Brax as the charismatic leader of the River Boys, who brought danger and a sense of fierce family loyalty when he first arrived on Home and Away.
Stephen Peacocke played Brax in Home and Away(Image: Facebook/HomeAndAway)
He drove off into the sunset with the love of his life Ricky and their son Casey (named after Brax’s youngest brother who died), after faking his death to escape prison.
Announcing their return, a statement read: “In partnership with Tourism Western Australia, a landmark Home and Away event will reveal where life has taken Brax and Ricky since 2016, delivering high-stakes drama and emotional payoffs set against a stunning backdrop of WA’s rugged outback.”
Stephen shared: “I’ll always be grateful to Home and Away for being the launchpad to my career, and I’ve got a sincere appreciation for the fans who’ve followed my work since.
“When the producers asked if I’d revisit Brax, it felt like a fun opportunity – and one I think the audience will really enjoy.
Bonnie Sveen played Ricky(Image: Seven Network)
“Filming in spectacular outback Western Australia is the icing on the cake, and we can’t wait to welcome one lucky UK fan and their guest onto set with us.”
Bonnie Sveen added: “Bringing Ricky back wasn’t something I’d ever expected, so I’m beyond thrilled to reunite with Steve and old friends at Home and Away.
“Exploring where Ricky and Brax are now, 10 years on, will make for a very special and compelling storyline – and I can’t wait for our WA filming adventure.”
Filming begins in October, taking place in various locations across Western Australia. The special episodes will air in 2026 on 5.
Viewers have been left delighted at the legendary characters’ returns(Image: Channel 5)
Fans can’t contain their excitement at the news, with one writing: “Omg Brax and Ricky coming back, I’m so happy.”
“OMG SO EXCITED! I love Brax and Ricky,” another said.
A third said: “WHAT? Home and Away is BACK, this is what we have wanted for so long, BRAX to return. Yes it’s next year but it’s something to look forward to. I am SO SO SO EXCITED, OH BRAX HOW WE HAVE MISSED YOU.”
“OMG WASN’T EXPECTING THIS ONE. So damn happy, they were my OG OTP,” someone else said.
Home and Away airs 1:45pm weekdays on 5 and is available to stream from 6am each weekday morning.