Jason's father, Terence Donovan, also appeared in Neighbours, playing Doug Willis several times from 1990 to 2016. King Charles' Coronation LIVE: Anne dismisses 'slimmed down monarchy' and poll shows rock solid support for Dr Martin Scurr: Why have I always had a runny nose for 30 years - and what can I do to make it stop? Over: The series announced that production would be ceasing on the long-running soap in June on Thursday, Out of luck: More than 60,000 viewers of the Melbourne-based series signed a petition to keep it on British TV, but to no avail, 'We are so sorry to say that after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes broadcast we have to confirm that Neighbours will cease production in June,' they wrote, 'Following the loss of our key broadcast partner in the UK and despite an extensive search for alternative funding, we simply have no option but to rest the show,' they announced. It was announced on Thursday that Neighbours would be coming to an end after 37 years. "It's so crazy to think it's been a whole year!" "I remember getting off the plane into Melbourne and thinking this is probably one of the scariest things I'll ever do relocating by myself, starting a new job, making new friends, but I can honestly say this whole experience in general has been life-changing. Simon has long been a fan of soap operas, and especially loves OVER-THE-TOP plots involving evil twins, hair-pulling catfights and natural disasters. Co-star Jemma Donovan, the daughter of Neighbours legend Jason, and another actress, Freya Van Dyke, also looked anguished. 'A much-loved stalwart of our program schedule for over 35 years it has been a staple of Australian television drama, and Australian cultural exports,' they added. The awkward response from a Q&A audience after they are asked if they will swear allegiance to King Charles Charlotte is daddy's double! Inside the luxury boutique hotel above a wine bar where Jock Zonfrillo spent his final hours - before the Aristocrats could pay out for Great Famine: Ex-BBC reporter Laura Trevelyan 'would consider' reparations for Jamie Oliver, 47, to launch new upmarket restaurant in London - four years after the collapse of his Italian 'If that happens I'm done, I'm stopping!' "There are so many great memories for me looking back, and to be honest this is Jemmas moment. Stewart) to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Aussie soap. They also praised 'the Australian fans and audiences for their continued support of the series'. 'A much-loved stalwart of our program schedule for over 35 years it has been a staple of Australian television drama, and Australian cultural exports,' they added. In a statement issued to MailOnline, they confirmed: 'It is with sadness that after nearly 37 years and almost 9000 episodes broadcast, we are confirming that Neighbours will cease production in the summer. "So, for me, as long as I'm doing what I love the rest of my life, it doesn't really matter. But Toadie has never experienced these flashbacks with any of the other women he has dated since Sonya's death. I've done children's stuff, now I've done a soap," she said. What to Watch is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Airs Monday 19 July 2021 at 5.30pm on Channel 5. Coronation Street spoilers: Max Turner causes DEADLY trouble. Just hit 'Like' on our Digital Spy Soaps Facebook page and 'Follow' on our @soapscoop Twitter account. I'm so grateful for this opportunity to be able to bring something unique and fun to a new role and I can't wait to be a part of the Hollyoaks family. Hollyoaks newcomer Rayne Royce finds herself in danger next week. Harlow's granddad Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis) never approved of bad boy Brent anyhow, so now he secretly has his sights set on matchmaking between Harlow and Flamingo Bar employee Jesse Porter (Cameron Robbie)! You can unsubscribe at any time. But cast-member Jemma Donovan put the disappointing news behind her as she joined her family for. "This year has changed my life. Three members of her family had previously starred in the soap opera, including her father Jason Donovan. She wore her long blonde tresses out and relaxed. The comments below have not been moderated. Jason - who 30 years ago played Scott Robinson from 1986 to 1989 - said: "Neighbours is an incredible learning curve for any young actor. Jemma Donovan is an English actor who started her career as a child artist and has been cast in several on-screen projects which include the likes of Neighbours, Hollyoaks, Spotless, Neighbours: Erinsborough High, and Mr Stink.Jemma is the daughter of Australian actor and singer Jason Donovan. She is an actress, known for Erinsborough High (2019), Neighbours (1985) and Hollyoaks (1995). Published: Wednesday, 30th March 2022 at 11:42 am, Neighbours star Jemma Donovan on filming obstacles for London storyline, Neighbours star Jemma Donovan chats all things Harlow, Harlow clashes with Paul after mum Prue's death in Neighbours. Wow: The actress, 21, looked sensational in the bright blue two-piece that put her ample assets and toned tummy on full display. The teenager also appeared in the 10-part Netflix series Spotless back in 2015. Neighbours star Jemma Donovan is thinking about the future following the news that the Australian soap is coming to an end after 37 years, following Channel 5 dropping funding for the show. After relocating to Australia, Donovan joined the regular cast of Neighbours as Harlow Robinson. http://bit.ly/1KyA9sVJemma Donovan joins Lorraine to chat about following in her dad and grandad's footsteps by joining Neighbours an. Donovan was born and raised in London. King Charles' Coronation LIVE: Anne dismisses 'slimmed down monarchy' and poll shows rock solid support for Dr Martin Scurr: Why have I always had a runny nose for 30 years - and what can I do to make it stop? Neighbours continues weekdays at 1:45pm and 5:30pm on Channel 5. The comments below have not been moderated. 'But as this chapter of Ramsay Street comes to a close, we promise to do everything we can to give the show the send-off it deserves.'. The show will be taken off-air indefinitely after an 'extensive search for alternative funding' ended in failure. Jason Donovan found fame in Neighbours as Scott Robinson, and 30 years after he left, his real-life teenage daughter Jemma is joining the Australian soap as a long-lost member of her father's on . Date of birth - 28 March 2000 Height -168cm (5'6") After relocating to Australia, Donovan joined the regular cast of Neighbours as Harlow Robinson. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. ', Meanwhile, British broadcaster Channel 5 confirmed the end of its 14-year deal with Neighbours in February, with a spokesperson telling MailOnline that the decision to axe the soap comes as the channel's 'current focus is on increasing our investment in original UK drama.'. 'To our amazing, loyal fans, we know this is a huge disappointment, as it is to all of us on the team,' they wrote, 'This difficult decision came after the search for an alternative UK broadcast partner proved unsuccessful,' Network 10 said in a statement, Heartache:Network 10 addressed the end of the series in a statement to Australian media on Thursday, admitting it had been a 'difficult decision'. As long as I'm happy as well. It's been so special. Before we get to the show's ending, Harlow will be escaping to London for a spell, meeting up with her aunt Harriet (Amanda Holden) following her torrid fling with Ned Willis, and a romance might be on the cards. Something went wrong, please try again later. Jemma received a lot of love from her co-stars on her post, including from Takaya Honda (David Tanaka), Georgie Stone (Mackenzie Hargreaves), and Lucinda Cowden (Melanie Pearson). Casualty spoilers: Jodie Whyte in bomb HORROR! Its become an institution and Im so grateful for my time on Ramsay Street.. It was announced on Thursday that Neighbours would be coming to an end after 37 years on air. Speaking about the finale, Donovan teased that fans are going to be "blown away" by what the team are planning to deliver. Jemma Donovan, 19 (left), was the spitting image of her famous Neighbours star father Jason Donovan (right) on Thursday evening as she supported him at the opening night of Chicago The Musical In February, Jemma's father Jason Donovan revealed how he cried when he first heard that she had been cast as Harlow. Paul and Terese spy on Harlow and Jesse at The Waterhole on Neighbours. Talented family: Her famous father Jason Donovan, lounged shirtless on the deck of the boat alongside his son Zac in another shot. I'm a celebrity get me in there! Pregnant Rihanna looks like a bride in elaborate white dress as she FINALLY Anne Hathaway brings back the Versace safety pin dress at the Met Gala three decades after Liz Hurley Bill's in Vogue! Privacy Policy, Everything we know about Neighbours big return on Amazon Freevee, First look as Hollywood star Mischa Barton films mysterious Neighbours role as pictures confirm another big return, Neighbours star Maxine Klibingaitisdies aged 58, Neighbours confirms return for Melanie Pearson as Lucinda Cowden reprises role, Neighbours is back filming and all is right in the world again, Do not sell or share my personal information. Speaking of his father, Jason added: "My dad had a wonderful few years and Im sure Jemma will also embrace the experience and honour the past. She admitted that she did not want to go back to school afterwards. 'Their encouragement particularly in the past few weeks has been incredible. Her father, grandfather, and aunt had all previously starred in the serial. Neighbours currently airs Mondays and Fridays at 1.45pm and 5.30pm on Channel 5 (UK) and weekdays at 6.30pm on 10 Peach (Australia). 'Network 10 thanks the cast, crew, all the production team and Fremantle for bringing the perfect blend of soap and sunshine to audiences in Australia and around the world.'. 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Neighbours stars Jemma Donovan, 21, (right) and Ben Hall, 29, (left) were spotted filming scenes on Friday after it was announced that the soap has been cancelled after 37 years on air. Ben opted for a white long sleeve T-shirt which he teamed up with black jeans and sneakers. ", Related: Neighbours could air flashback episodes if filming stops due to coronavirus. Coming to an end: Meanwhile, British broadcaster Channel 5 confirmed the end of its 14-year deal with Neighbours in February, with a spokesperson telling MailOnline that the decision to axe the soap comes as the channel's 'current focus is on increasing our investment in original UK drama' Pictured: The iconic Ramsay St sign. Roxy Willis (Zima Anderson) gets her thinking cap on to come-up with an idea that will help Lassiters win a pitch to host the Shorts and Briefs film festival. The series follows what goes on behind the doors of the town's famous High School, where many of Ramsay Street's residents have worked in the past, including Libby Kennedy and Susan Kennedy. Jason Donovan found fame on the Australian soap in the 1980s, starring opposite Kylie Minogue. Jason Donovan's daughter, Jemma Donovan, has joined Australian soap Neighbours. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. And on Friday, the show's beloved starsJemma Donovan and Ben Hall were spotted filming scenes at the iconic fictional Ramsay Street in Melbourne. Neighbours star Jemma Donovan says fans will be "blown away" by the very special ending to the soap. It would bring me back home as well and I think that would just be great. Jemma will be heading to Erinsborough in the role of Harlow Robinson, described as a "quick-witted and complicated character.". Published: 00:17 BST, 6 March 2022 | Updated: 00:17 BST, 6 March 2022. In 2015, Donovan played Maddy Bastire in the French-American series Spotless. Now history appears to be repeating itself for his daughter Jemma. 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