Bridie Carter Unrecognizable in New Photo: ‘McLeod’s Daughters’ Star Returns to Social Media After Long Hiatus

Bridie Carter Makes a Stunning Return to Social Media After Years Away
By Megan Watts for Daily Mail Australia

[Image: Bridie Carter’s recent Instagram selfie, showing her with tied-back hair and a warm smile. Caption: "Bridie Carter, 54, shared this heartfelt update with fans after a long social media hiatus."]

Fans of McLeod’s Daughters were thrilled this week as Bridie Carter, the actress behind fan-favorite character Tess McLeod, resurfaced on Instagram after a prolonged absence. The 54-year-old star posted a serene selfie, apologizing to followers for her quiet streak while hinting at exciting projects in the works.

“I’m sorry I’ve been so absent,” she wrote. “I’m still here. Just quiet. Working. On lots. Can’t wait to share.” Carter, now a mental health advocate, also shared uplifting words amid global turmoil: “The world is pretty crazy right now, but there are still many beautiful, perfect things… Let’s hold on to those.”

A Nostalgic Nod to McLeod’s Daughters

[Image: Throwback still from McLeod’s Daughters featuring Bridie as Tess. Caption: "Carter starred as Tess McLeod in the iconic Australian drama from 2001–2009."]

Carter’s return sparked nostalgia for her role in the beloved Outback drama, which followed five women running a cattle station. The show aired for eight seasons, ending in 2009. Reflecting on her time filming, Carter recently revealed behind-the-scenes dangers from one of the series’ most memorable scenes: Tess’s near-fatal plunge into a wheat silo to avoid a proposal.

“There was a trapdoor underneath, but I could’ve really gotten stuck,” she told Woman’s Day. “The stakes were so high, and everyone excelled in that moment. Scenes like that make me think, ‘I’m lucky to be on that show.’”

Hopes for a Reboot

[Image: Cast photo from McLeod’s Daughters featuring Carter (far right). Caption: "The cast of McLeod’s Daughters; rumors of a reboot have circulated for years."]

Though Carter last appeared on the show in 2009, rumors of a reboot have persisted. In 2019, Channel Nine expressed interest in reviving the series, though details remain scarce. Fans continue to rally for Carter’s return, praising her timeless charm and the show’s enduring legacy.

For now, Carter remains focused on new ventures, leaving followers eager for her next move. As she signed off in her post: “Much love. Much friendship. Many thoughts. Always, Bridie.”

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