Home and Away Star Emily Weir Opens Up on Mackenzie’s Heartbreaking Miscarriage Storyline — “It’s an Honour to Tell It”
Home and Away star Emily Weir has spoken candidly about her character Mackenzie Booth’s devastating new storyline, after Mack suffered a tragicmiscarriage in recent Australian episodes.
The emotional scenes aired just before Cash and Eden’s wedding — and were soon followed by another major loss with Theo’s death — making it one of the soap’s most heartbreaking weeks in years. Now, Weir has opened up about the sensitive plot, how it impacts Mack and Levi’s future, and why portraying such a real-life issue means so much to her.
“We Wanted to Do It Justice”
Speaking to Chattr, Weir explained that both she and the Home and Away team approached the miscarriage storyline with great care and responsibility.
“We’ve really wanted to do it justice,” she said. “It’s a very common story, and something that happens far more often than people realise.”
The actress pointed out that this isn’t the first time Mackenzie has faced loss — fans will remember that she previously suffered an ectopic pregnancy that required the removal of one of her fallopian tubes. But this time, she said, the tragedy hits even harder.
“She’s lost a baby before, but this time she’s so much more solidified in her relationship. It’s an exploration medically and emotionally — about hormones, grief, and everything she’s going through.”
The Heartbreak of Lost Futures
Weir revealed that the miscarriage storyline explores not just physical loss, but the emotional devastation of losing the idea of a future.
“There’s something about a couple intentionally wanting something,” she explained. “Mack and Levi both want to start a family, and then the heartbreak of losing that dream… it really tests relationships.”
The star added that the story is particularly powerful for women around Mack’s age, who may face similar pressures and emotions.
“It really tests women — mentally, physically, emotionally. It’s so relevant and topical. I feel very privileged to explore it. It’s an honour, but also something we wanted to handle delicately.”
The Fallout: Love Tested by Grief
The upcoming episodes will show Mackenzie struggling to cope with the aftermath of the miscarriage — pushing away both her partner Levi (Tristan Gorey) and her close friend Mali (Kyle Shilling).
Weir said the “ripple effect” of the tragedy will continue for some time:
“There’s a true exploration of how a partnership suffers a loss like this. Often, people turn on each other or pull away. The hope with Mack and Levi is that they love each other very much — he’s the ‘forever guy’ in her eyes — but it’s not without its trials.”
Fans’ Response and Why the Story Matters
The actress shared that she has already received heartfelt messages from viewers who have experienced similar losses, thanking Home and Away for addressing such an important subject.
“Fans have reached out to say thank you for tackling this. I hope people watching feel less alone,” she said.
Weir also praised the show’s writers for treating the topic with sensitivity while grounding it in the realities of grief and healing.
What’s Next for Mackenzie Booth?
While Mack’s emotional journey is far from over, Weir hinted that there’s hope amid the heartbreak. As she and Levi try to navigate their grief, viewers can expect a story of resilience, love, and rebuilding — one that mirrors real-life struggles faced by many couples.
“It’s about how you find your way back to each other after something like this,” she teased. “And for Mack, that means confronting everything she’s been avoiding — the pain, the guilt, and the fear of trying again.”