In a major *Home and Away* spoiler, fan-favorite Dean Thompson is set to make

an exciting return, bringing River Boy drama with him! Patrick O’Connor, who plays Dean,

has teased that viewers can expect some intense action involving the notorious River Boys gang.

Dean, who was once deeply involved with the group before turning his life around, is back, and it looks like his past may catch up with him. O’Connor hinted at road trips and more River Boy action in the upcoming episodes, adding intrigue to his character’s return.

Dean and his girlfriend Ziggy Astoni, played by O’Connor’s real-life partner Sophie Dillman, left Summer Bay in 2023 to relocate to North Queensland to be closer to Dean’s son, Jai. Now, the couple is set to re-enter the scene as part of a top-secret storyline. While details about their return are still under wraps, the couple’s reappearance promises to shake things up.

In a recent interview, O’Connor reflected on his time away from the show, sharing that stepping back from *Home and Away* was a huge commitment and that his time on the soap led to personal and professional growth. He expressed excitement about Dean’s return and hinted that fans will see how Dean’s life has changed since moving to Queensland with Ziggy and their baby.