On Monday, December 15, 2025, Rachael Carpani’s sister Georgia shared a heartfelt statement from their parents, Tony and Gael Carpani, confirming the devastating news.
The statement also announced that a private funeral service would be held on Friday, December 19, 2025, with close family and friends in attendance, and requested privacy during this difficult time.
Who Rachael Carpani Was: Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born on 24 August 1980 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Rachael Anna‑Marie Carpani grew up with a passion for performance.
She trained in dance and acting from a young age before breaking into television in the early 2000s.
Carpani rose to prominence when she was cast as Jodi Fountain on McLeod’s Daughters — a series that became one of Australia’s most beloved television dramas.
The show aired from 2001 to 2009, and Carpani appeared in more than 170 episodes, earning widespread recognition and a devoted fan base.
Her performance on the show earned her multiple Logie Award nominations in 2007, including for the Silver Logie for Most Popular Actress and the Gold Logie, a testament to her popularity and impact on Australian television.
Success in Australia and Work in Hollywood
She transitioned to work in the United States, appearing in a range of popular American television series and films:
She guest‑starred in NCIS: Los Angeles in 2009, appearing opposite Chris O’Donnell and LL Cool J.
Carpani also had roles in other U.S. shows such as If There Be Thorns, The Glades, and the Lifetime drama Against the Wall.
She appeared in the 2009 thriller film Triangle, starring alongside Liam Hemsworth.
Throughout her career, she demonstrated versatility across genres — from drama to thriller to character‑driven television films.
In 2024, Carpani returned to Australian screens with a recurring role on the long‑running soap opera Home and Away, portraying Claudia Salini, further broadening her acting legacy.
Health Struggles and Public Advocacy
Although her passing was described as peaceful, Rachael Carpani’s chronic health struggles were part of her life for many years.
She had been open about some of her ongoing medical conditions and the impact they had on her daily life and career, including discussing challenges with conditions like endometriosis and adenomyosis in public posts.
In 2021, Carpani shared a personal experience of being hospitalized with acute abdominal pain that required surgical intervention, including time spent in an intensive care unit.
She used that moment to urge her followers to listen to their bodies and seek medical care when needed.
Her willingness to speak openly about her health struggles brought attention to issues often overlooked in public discussion, particularly women’s health concerns.
Personal Life and Relationships
Beyond her professional career, Rachael Carpani was known as a spirited, warm, and down‑to‑earth individual who cherished her family and fans.
She maintained close relationships with her parents and siblings, and her sister Georgia played a central role in announcing her passing.
In her personal life, she was previously in a relationship with Australian actor Matt Passmore from 2006 to 2011.
Though the relationship ended years ago, the pair remained connected through their shared experiences in the entertainment industry.
Tributes from Co‑Stars, Fans, and the Industry
The news of Carpani’s death sparked an outpouring of grief and tributes from colleagues, fans, and friends around the world. Continue reading…
