An ‘exhausted’ Lynne McGranger reveals shock health news

Lynne McGranger, best known for her role as Irene Roberts on the long-running Australian soap Home and Away, has shocked fans with an unexpected health update from a hospital bed.

McGranger took the photo post-surgery, informing fans that she had recently undergone a procedure to remove her “toxic overactive thyroid” which had been taking its toll on her health for quite some time.

“Less than a week ago my toxic overactive thyroid and I parted ways. It was a long time coming- we were incompatible and quite frankly I was exhausted,” she wrote.

“I want to thank all the amazing people at the Mater Hospital North Sydney for making this giant life step so much easier than it might have been- The nurses, doctors, specialists, anaesthetists,the admin staff ( the lady who greeted me on arrival, the lady who bid me farewell….) ….. with special mention to Prof Sidhu, Dr Michael Morris, Annie, Anna, Karen and Kenny ( sorry about the vom).

“Could not recommend The Mater more highly- what an exceptional example of health care done right! I’m healing well and so far I don’t miss that dirty thyroid one bit!

“Stay tuned for Scar spam.”

 

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Concerned fans were quick to wish McGranger all the best in her recovery while sending her “healing vibes”.

“Oh all the best @lynnemcgranger, was wondering where you were! Hope it’s a speedy recovery lovely! Will see you back at training soon,” one wrote.

“Wishing you lots of love and a speedy recovery lovely.”

“Love you lots. Get well soon xxx,” commented another.

“Healing vibes Lynney!!!”

McGranger’s health news comes after the 71-year-old recently shared exciting details of her foray into the world of stage comedy.

The beloved actress recently starred in the original production, The Grandparents Club, and couldn’t contain her enthusiasm when she spilled the beans of her involvement on The Morning Show.

While assuring fans that her departure from the shores of Summer Bay would be temporary, McGranger expressed her eagerness to dive into a project that takes her back to her roots.

“(I’ll be going for) just a little while — not leaving anything permanently,” Lynne said at the time.

“I came from revue-type situations (shows) — from community theatre, all of that — I’m getting back to my roots, singing and dancing, interacting with the audience.”

In a candid moment, Lynne revealed her involvement in the musical aspect of the show.

“I can hold a tune and I can belt-out a number, but I’m no Aretha Franklin,” she said.

The Grandparents Club was penned by none other than radio star Wendy Harmer, a longtime friend of McGranger dating back to the 1980s. The show, according to McGranger, carries a special message while offering a comedic take on society’s perceptions of grandparents.

“The audience has come to the club called The Grandparents Club — there is a sauna, gym, spa, there’s bingo, there is trivia. It is a way of taking the mickey out of what people perceive grandparents to be,” she said.

“Which is, of course, old and doddery, but in fact, grandparents can be in their 40s these days, bungee jumping or climbing Everest.”