A close friend of McLeod’s Daughters star Rachael Carpani has spoken publicly for the first time about the actress’s final hours, breaking down in tears as she revealed the last audio recording and text message sent shortly before Carpani’s sudden passing.
The emotional disclosure has stunned fans across Australia and beyond — not because of what the messages explain, but because of how hauntingly calm they were.
“She Sounded Peaceful — Too Peaceful”
Speaking during a private memorial interview that was later shared with permission, the friend described listening to Carpani’s final voice message again for the first time since her death.
“She didn’t sound scared.
She didn’t sound rushed.
She sounded like someone who believed everything would be okay.”
The audio, recorded just hours before her death, reportedly lasted less than 20 seconds. There were no details about plans, no mention of illness, no hint that anything was wrong.
Just her voice. Steady. Soft. Familiar.
The Final Text Message: 10 Words Fans Can’t Stop Repeating
Moments after sending the audio, Carpani sent a short text message — only 10 words — that her friend says has been impossible to forget:
“If I don’t reply later, just know how grateful I am.”
Those words, now widely shared among fans, have sparked an outpouring of grief and reflection across social media.
Many described the message as “gentle,” “aching,” and “devastating in hindsight.”
No Warning, No Explanation
According to those close to her, Carpani had not expressed fear, distress, or urgency in the days leading up to her death. Friends say she was making ordinary plans, responding to messages, and talking about future projects.
That normalcy is what makes the final messages so difficult to process.
“There was no goodbye,” her friend said through tears.
“That’s what hurts the most. She wasn’t saying goodbye. She was saying thank you.”
Fans React With Shock and Silence
Following the revelation, fans of McLeod’s Daughters flooded forums and comment sections with tributes, many noting that the simplicity of the message made it even more powerful.
One fan wrote:
“Those 10 words feel like something you only understand after it’s too late.”
Another added:
“It sounds like she didn’t know what was coming — and that makes it unbearable.”
Family Asks for Privacy
Carpani’s family has not commented on the specific content of the messages but released a short statement thanking fans for their support and asking for privacy as they continue to grieve.
No further details about the circumstances of her death have been released, and representatives emphasized that there is no additional information to share at this time.
Remembered for Warmth, Not Tragedy
Friends say they hope the focus remains on Carpani’s legacy — her warmth on set, her generosity off camera, and the way she stayed connected to people even in small moments.
“That last message,” her friend said quietly,
“that was Rachael. Always thinking of other people.”
