Home and Away Star Confirms Real-Life Romance With Co-Star: “We’re Getting Married…”
Home and Away fans have been buzzing ever since newcomer Sophea Pennington stepped into Summer Bay as Lacey, but the biggest twist isn’t in the scripts — it’s happening behind the scenes.
Pennington has officially confirmed that she is dating her co-star Matt Evans, who plays fan favourite Theo Poulos. And yes, she’s already teasing that the relationship is heading toward marriage.
A Screen Romance That Spilled Into Real Life
Lacey, who has strong ties to the River Boys, hasn’t reached UK screens yet, but Aussie viewers know the character is caught between loyalty to River Boy leader Gage and an undeniable spark with Theo.
It seems that spark wasn’t limited to the Bay.
Speaking to The Post, Pennington said:
“He’s such a lovely, lovely guy and a great person to work with… Yes, we are dating in real life. He really is the best.”
Her laughter and excitement said the rest — the chemistry viewers will see on screen is very much the real deal.
Why Their Romance Works
Pennington shared that dating a co-star has made intense scenes easier, not harder.
“It creates such a safe space for us… we’re so comfortable with each other, so we can really dive deep into the story and the relationship between the characters.”
Their natural connection is expected to give Lacey and Theo’s storyline extra emotional weight when it unfolds.
Matt Evans Plans His Future — And It Might Be Far From Summer Bay
While fans adore Theo, Matt Evans has admitted recently that he doesn’t plan to stay in Home and Away forever.
He’s eyeing opportunities in the US as his next career step, hinting that both he and Pennington may eventually follow a Hollywood path together.
What This Means for Theo and Lacey On-Screen
With real-life romance powering their performances, the Lacey–Theo storyline is now one of the most anticipated arcs of 2025. Viewers can expect tension, temptation, and emotional complications — especially with the River Boys involved.
And as for the real-life couple? Pennington joked:
“We’re getting married…”
Whether she meant soon or simply “one day,” fans are already rooting for these two.