Tributes Flow For McLeod’s Daughter’s Star Rachael Carpani, 45, After Passing 

Australian actress Rachael Carpani, best known for her role on iconic drama McLeod’s Daughter’s, has sadly died aged 45.

On Monday, December 15th, the heartbreaking news came via her sister Georgia on Instagram.

“It is with great sadness that Tony and Gael Carpani announce that their beautiful daughter, beloved Australian actress Rachael Carpani, unexpectedly but peacefully passed away after a long battle with chronic illness, in the early hours of Sunday 7th December,” the post read.

No further details around the sad passing were shared, however Carpani’s family asked for privacy in their time of grief.

“The family requests privacy at this very difficult time and will be making no further statements.”

Carpani played Jodi Fountain on the Australian drama, McLeod’s Daughters from 2001 to 2009, earning herself nominations for both a Silver and Gold Logie at the 2007 TV WEEK Logie Awards. She appeared in local shows such as 800 Words, All Saints and Home & Away as well as international hits such as N.C.I.S.: Los Angeles.

Her McLeod’s co-star, Bridie Carter who played Tess McLeod, took to Instagram in the wake of the news to share her “love and respect” for her friend.

“In love and respect, for our beautiful Rach, in prayer and with the deepest sorrow and profound sympathy for the Carpani family,” she wrote. 

“Rest In Peace our beautiful girl….the “baby” of our MD family. We love you, we cherish you.”

“This is the wrong order of things. We are better people for having the privilege of sharing time with you.” 

Carter’s post was immediately awash with messages of condolences and shared sadness over the passing.

“In shock and so sorry for this big loss. I loved MD so much and always hoped it will return with all of you in at least a movie or so. I feel deeply for you @bridiecarter1 and for her beautiful family,” one fan wrote.

Another adding: “Heartbroken to hear of the loss of Rachel. Rach bought so much light and love to the screen. Thinking of you all at this awful time.”