Neighbours Bids Farewell with a Bold, Boundary-Pushing Gay 'Throuple' Twist

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As Neighbours gears up for its final bow later this year, the iconic soap isn't just fading out – it's going out with an audaciously modern bang! While Ramsay Street has seen its fair share of scandalous affairs and dramatic love triangles, viewers are now being treated to a groundbreaking first: a gay love triangle that’s quickly evolving into something even more unique.

Grieving widower Aaron Brennan (Matt Wilson) has tentatively re-entered the dating scene, only to find himself unexpectedly reconnecting with not one, but two former flames: Rhett Norman (Liam Maguire) and Colton Keys (Jakob Ambrose). In a twist of fate – or perhaps brilliant writing – the trio recently found themselves vying for Aaron's attention at the same yoga class. Initially advised to pick one, Aaron, ever the rebel, has decided to date them both with no strings attached. Chaos, as you might imagine, is sure to follow.

Actors Liam Maguire and Jakob Ambrose are clearly relishing the ride. Maguire confessed to Yahoo Lifestyle that while competing with Ambrose felt "intimidating," the storyline itself was "heaps of fun." He praised its progressive nature, noting, "it’s so confidently queer while being able to be funny and playful because all the characters are entirely comfortable with who they are." Ambrose echoed this sentiment, calling filming "some of the most enjoyable and silly times" on set. He highlighted the importance of showing "queer characters in a really fun, messy, playful, honest way... all our colours are seen on screen - the happy family, but also the messiness it sometimes takes to get there."

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Fans are absolutely loving this fresh direction. Social media is abuzz with praise for the "absolutely hilarious" and "best thing on Neighbours for a long time" storyline. Many are championing the idea of a "throuple" for Aaron, moving beyond the traditional 'Team Rhett' or 'Team Colton' divide. "Team Aaron gets two boyfriends!" one fan cheered, while another mused, "He doesn’t have to choose. Let’s have a throuple living on the street!" This wouldn't be Ramsay Street's first polyamorous rodeo; the show previously explored a throuple with Amy Greenwood, Ned Willis, and Levi Canning in 2021.



This bold narrative choice comes as Neighbours faces its second cancellation, with Fremantle reportedly unable to secure a new deal with Amazon. While the end is nigh, it seems Ramsay Street is committed to leaving an unforgettable mark, proving that even as the credits roll, there's always room for new definitions of love and family.