TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains words about suicide.Melissa Georgethe actor best known for his role in the Australian soap opera ‘Home and Away,’ has opened up about the tragic death of his co-star, Dieter Brummer. Reminiscing, the 49-year-old star admitted that he often watches old episodes of the show. Also, he recalled another scene of his death in the show that breaks his heart, where he died on a cliff.Here is a closer look at Melissa George’s tribute to the memory of Dieter Brummer.
Melissa George talks about being famous overnight
Melissa George found fame early in her career, with her role as Angel in ‘Home and Away.’ Being known around the world, the actress got the “golden” role on the screen together with Dieter Brummer, who played Shane. “I watch [the show] mostly because Dieter is no longer there, which is the most devastating thing we can’t understand,” he said during an interview with the podcast on ‘Something to Talk About.‘“I also saw what happened when he died on the cliff – Shane’s last event – and it was sad,” he continued, referring to Dieter Brummer, who died in 2021 at the age of 45 after a battle with his health. “I think about him, I think about the past, I think about being grateful for the opportunity to play such a big role,” George said.
Melissa George talks about Dieter Brummer
In addition, Melissa George expressed her grief over the tragic death of Dieter Brummer and how his mental illness affected her. “That’s many years of his suffering that was ignored. And when you suffer in silence, and you don’t reach, I think that’s when it gets to the point where it increases him a lot. It hurts me a lot because he was a beautiful person. It’s very sad,” the ‘In Treatment’ star explained about his life.
About the filmography of Melissa George
After receiving international fame, Melissa George moved to the United States and worked with famous names. His films include ‘Triangle,’ ’30 Days of Night,’ ‘The Amityville Horror,’ ‘Derailed,’ ‘Sugar & Spice,’ and more.Meanwhile, Dieter Brummer starred in ‘Neighbours,’ ‘Underbelly,’ and ‘Winners & Losers.’NOTE: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, or mental illness, please seek professional advice immediately from a doctor, psychologist, or NGO. Helplines are also available.