It’s been more than three decades since she stirred up drama as troubled teen Emma Jackson on Home and Away, but now Dannii Minogue is officially returning to the small screen — and she’s doing it in spectacular style.
The former X Factor judge, singer, and Aussie icon is making her long-awaited acting comeback in Imposter, an upcoming four-part drama set to air on Channel 5. And she won’t be alone. Joining her on-screen is former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh, 49, and beloved Neighbours legend Jackie Woodburne, 69 — best known to fans as Susan Kennedy.
Filming is already underway in the stunning coastal landscapes of Victoria, Australia, where Imposter will unfold against the backdrop of a glamorous seaside family hotel. But don’t let the picturesque setting fool you — this drama is anything but peaceful.
Described as having shades of Succession, the plot centres on a twisted tale of betrayal, power struggles, and a mysterious murder that rocks a seemingly idyllic family empire. At the centre of the storm? Dannii’s character — a glamorous, complex woman who becomes one of the prime suspects in a deadly game of inheritance and deception.
A source close to production revealed that Channel 5 had been trying to lock down Minogue for weeks. “She finally put pen to paper just days before filming started,” they said. “It’s been decades since she’s acted on the small screen and everyone at the channel is over the moon. She loved the script and jumped at the opportunity.”
Indeed, fans of Home and Away will remember Dannii’s powerful performance as Emma Jackson — a defiant, emotionally scarred teenager who left an unforgettable mark on Summer Bay during her time from 1989 to 1990. Since then, Minogue has dominated the music and television industries, but her return to scripted drama is a welcome comeback for longtime viewers.
The source added: “Dannii has been wanting to return to acting for a long time but hadn’t found the right role. But then Channel 5 came along with Imposter, and she instantly knew it was the perfect vehicle for her comeback.”
And there’s plenty to sink your teeth into. As the family’s secrets begin to unravel, everyone becomes a suspect — and no one is safe. Jackie Woodburne plays the family’s formidable matriarch, a woman determined to protect her legacy at any cost, while Kym Marsh portrays another central figure whose loyalties are anything but clear.
Though Imposter is a far cry from the beachy backdrops of Summer Bay, it’s a full-circle moment for Dannii — and a thrilling new chapter in her acting journey.
With scandal, betrayal, and murder at the heart of the story, Imposter is set to grip audiences across the UK and Australia. One thing’s certain: Dannii Minogue is back — and she’s bringing the drama with her.
Will her character survive the family’s twisted power plays? Or is she hiding secrets of her own?
