Australian actress Rachael Carpani has died aged 45, her family has announced.
In a statement shared on Instagram, the family said it was with “great sadness” that they were confirming her death, adding that Carpani had been living with a chronic illness.
Carpani was best known for her role as Jodi Fountain in the long-running Australian television series McLeod’s Daughters, which brought her international recognition. She later appeared in a range of American productions, including NCIS: Los Angeles, The Glades, If There Be Thorns and The Rachels.
She also played the lead role in Lifetime’s legal drama Against the Wall, further establishing her career beyond Australia.
A brief statement shared on Instagram on Monday, 15 December, confirmed that she had died following a long-term illness. The announcement was posted by her sister, Georgia, who relayed a message from their parents.
The statement read, “It is with great sadness that Tony and Gael Carpani announce that their beautiful daughter, beloved Australian actress Rachael Carpani, unexpectedly but peacefully passed away after a long battle with chronic illness, in the early hours of Sunday 7th December. The funeral will be a private event, to be held on Friday 19th December with close family and friends. The family requests privacy at this very difficult time and will be making no further statements.”
She was known for her work in film, including a role in the 2009 thriller Triangle, in which she starred alongside Liam Hemsworth.
Earlier this year, in August, Georgia paid tribute to her sister with a heartfelt birthday message, highlighting their close bond and celebrating her life.
