Ada Nicodemou and James Stewart, who play onscreen lovers Leah and Justin on Home and Away, have made their official debut as a couple at the 2024 Logies. The couple, who were first romantically linked earlier this year, went public with their relationship in July after being spotted kissing on Anzac Day. It came after The Sunday Telegraph reported that the pair had taken their on-screen relationship off-screen and had been secretly dating, after being spotted kissing at Channel Seven's Christmas Party last year.
The news came after it was announced James and ex-wife Sarah Roberts had quietly divorced at some stage in the last year with Sarah officially addressing the divorce in late April, while Ada's relationship with Sydney businessman Adam Rigby reportedly ended late last year.
While Ada opened up about the relationship in July, telling the Hughesy, Ed and Erin show that the romance was "unexpected but really lovely" the Logies appearance marks the first public outing for the pair, with both of them celebrating their love on Instagram.
Home and Away Stars Take Their Love Public
"Butterflies…. So happy to enjoy the night with you @jamesstewart ❤️" Ada wrote on a series of photos, with James uploading his own gallery and captioning it, "Crazy happy!"
"You both look spectacular!! Enjoy!! So happy for you both," their Home and Away co-star Lynne. McGranger wrote under Ada's photos.
"Ada & James or Leah & Justin 😂 you both look great!" someone else commented, while another fan said, "Gorgeous couple use both deserve to be happy♥️".
Relationship Status Doesn't Affect On-Screen Chemistry
During an appearance on Sunrise in July, Ada said the romance being out in the open didn't change much for the couple.
"Look, you know, whether it's out there or not doesn't really change our relationship. We're happy we're together," she said. "James is just such an amazing actor. I love working with him. That's not changed as well, so whether it's out there or not doesn't really change anything for us."
Other Notable Appearances
While the newly public couple stole the show, the night was filled with other notable appearances.
- Nicole Kidman's niece, Lucia Hawley, turned heads in a white gown.
- Larry Emdur and wife Sylvie looked chic in all-black ensembles.
- Kate Ritchie stunned in a nude gown with a full tulle skirt.
- Robert Irwin and Julia Morris made an appearance together.
- Jessica Rowe and husband Peter Overton arrived hand-in-hand.
- Global pop star Guy Sebastian and wife Jules coordinated their looks for the evening.
- Home and Away stars Ray Meagher and Georgia Parker were seen chatting up a storm.
- Fellow Home and Away star Emily Symons put on a scandalous display in a see-through lace gown.
- The Project host Sarah Harris opted for an all-black satin look.
- Emily Weir flashed her behind in a baby pink gown.
- Poh Ling Yeow looked decades younger than her 50 years in a gorgeous one-shouldered satin gown.
- Jimmy Barnes' daughter Elly-May made a sensational arrival wearing a black kimono decorated with stone hands.
The 2024 Logies were a night of glamour, excitement, and surprise, with the focus being on celebrating the best of Australian television.
The event was hosted by comedian Sam Pang and included 23 awards being presented to the winners, with the Gold Logie being the most coveted award. The night was filled with performances by some of Australia's biggest names, making it a truly unforgettable experience for everyone involved.
