phenomenon, and Carpani’s portrayal of the spirited, evolving Jodi was its emotional heartbeat. For eight years, fans watched her grow from a headstrong teenager into a resilient woman, a transformation that mirrored Carpani’s own ascent as one of Australia’s most promising talents.Her co-stars, who became a second family during the long years of filming on location, have expressed a depth of grief that speaks to Carpani’s character off-camera. Bridie Carter, who played Tess Silverman McLeod, shared a hauntingly beautiful tribute on Instagram, reflecting the collective heartbreak of the cast. “In love and respect, for our beautiful Rach,” Carter wrote. “Rest In Peace our beautiful girl… the ‘baby’ of our family. This is the wrong order of things. We are better people for having the privilege of sharing time with you.” The sentiment that this was the “wrong order of things” resonates deeply, as Carpani was taken at an age where many feel their most vibrant chapters are still being written.
