Former Home and Away actress Sarah Roberts has shared a touching series of photographs documenting her heartfelt farewell to new boyfriend Jake Lesu in Canada. The 41-year-old star posted the intimate gallery to social media on Tuesday, capturing precious moments with the Australian cinematographer before his departure for several months of work abroad.
Romantic Mountain Moments
The collection of images reveals the couple enjoying quality time together in the stunning Canadian wilderness surrounding Vancouver. One particularly tender photograph shows Jake Lesu gently cradling Sarah Roberts while planting a soft kiss on her cheek, with a picturesque mountainside creek providing a breathtaking backdrop to their loving embrace.
Another striking image captures Sarah reciprocating the affection, kissing Jake's face as they happily pose alongside a ski lift in the Vancouver mountains. The photographs clearly demonstrate the deep connection between the pair as they prepare for their temporary separation.
Bittersweet Social Media Caption
Sarah accompanied her visual tribute with an emotional caption that read: 'Can we just float here for a while longer please? So lucky to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. So proud of my human. The Canadian film industry are so lucky to have your hands on their tools. I'm gonna miss them on me but will take one for the team to see you soar! #untilAugust.'
This public display of affection marks Sarah Roberts' first confirmed romance since her 2023 divorce from Home and Away co-star James Stewart. The couple initially went public with their relationship in June last year, when they were photographed hand-in-hand during a Sydney outing.
New Chapter After Divorce
The actress has been remarkably open about the emotional impact of her marriage breakdown, describing herself as 'emotionally shattered' in a candid interview with Stellar magazine earlier this year. 'I've been really afraid of talking about this because of what I've felt to be the stigma and shame around it. But I just want to say that I am divorced,' she revealed in April 2024.
Sarah Roberts and James Stewart originally met on the Home and Away set in 2017, quickly falling in love before celebrating their union with a fairy-tale wedding in Ireland during 2019. However, the actress has since reflected that 'sometimes people just grow apart, and that's OK,' acknowledging the natural evolution that can occur within relationships.
Professional Backgrounds
Jake Lesu brings considerable professional credentials to the relationship as a veteran cameraman who has contributed to major film productions including Mad Max: Fury Road and Thor: Love and Thunder. According to industry reports, he works professionally as a Steadicam operator and occasional pilot, recently showcasing his artistic talents at an exhibition titled A Piece of Art in Crows Nest.
Meanwhile, Sarah Roberts continues to build her career following her departure from Home and Away, where she portrayed the character of Willow from 2017 to 2021. The actress has revealed that Hollywood represents her next professional destination while maintaining close friendships with former soap colleagues including Emily Weir from Home and Away.
Moving Forward with Confidence
Speaking about her new relationship with Jake Lesu, Sarah recently expressed: 'I feel grateful that I found him, because he's allowed me to grow in beautiful and unexpected ways. But if I didn't have that, I would still be OK. Because I finally found myself, as clichéd as that may sound.'
This statement reflects her journey toward personal fulfillment following the challenges of divorce. While her ex-husband James Stewart has reportedly moved on with Home and Away co-star Ada Nicodemou, Sarah Roberts appears to be carving her own path forward with renewed confidence and emotional resilience.
The couple's Canadian farewell photographs provide a poignant glimpse into this new chapter of Sarah's life, blending professional ambition with personal connection as they navigate the demands of international film careers while maintaining their blossoming romance across continents.
