September 19th 2024.
When Steve Peacocke first joined the cast of Home and Away over a decade ago, he had a deep fear that his character, Darryl Braxton, would meet an untimely demise. Despite becoming a beloved fan favorite and winning two Logie Awards for his portrayal, the 42-year-old actor couldn't shake the feeling that his time on the show would be short-lived.
In fact, Steve was so nervous during his first few months on set that he was convinced he would be axed from the soap. He even recalls feeling like a ball of tension, with his throat constricting and his words coming out in a strained whisper. It wasn't until the first episodes aired and the audience responded positively that Steve could finally relax and feel confident in his role.
But just as things were going well for Steve on Home and Away, he made the decision to leave the show in February 2015. His final appearance as Darryl Braxton was in June of that year, and he soon set his sights on Hollywood. Along with his wife Bridgette Sneddon, Steve moved to Los Angeles to explore new opportunities and expand his acting career.
Looking back, Steve believes that he left Home and Away at the perfect time. He wanted to leave on a high note, when the show's producers were still impressed with his performance, rather than sticking around until they were ready to get rid of him. And it seems like his timing couldn't have been better, as he went on to star in the romantic drama Me Before You alongside Emilia Clarke and Sam Claflin.
But even though Steve enjoyed his time in Hollywood, he eventually felt the pull to return to his home country of Australia. And in true Braxton fashion, he made a dramatic comeback to Home and Away after his brief hiatus. It just goes to show that sometimes, leaving at the right time can lead to even greater opportunities.
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