Neale Whitaker has dramatically quit The Block, leaving cast members devastated.
The beloved judge confirmed he will no longer be a regular on the Channel Nine juggernaut, which is currently filming its twentieth season on Phillip Island in Victoria.
Whitaker took on a limited role as a judge last year to support his partner, David, as he faced serious health challenges.
‘In 2023 – as many of you will know – I took a break from The Block to spend more time with my partner David who was dealing with some serious health issues,’ Whitaker announced on social media on Tuesday.
‘We all hoped that by this year I would be able to return full-time to the show, but life doesn’t always run to schedule,’ he continued.
Neale Whitaker has dramatically quit The Block, leaving cast members devastated. Pictured, left to right, Whitaker, Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer
The beloved judge confirmed he will no longer be a regular on the Channel Nine juggernaut, which is currently filming its twentieth season on Phillip Island in Victoria
‘David gets stronger with each passing month, but my decision remains to be at home as much as possible.’
Whittaker is expect to make guest appearances on the upcoming season alongside judges Shaynna Blaze, Darren Palmer and newcomer Marty Fox.
Whittaker’s exit comes after Keith Schleiger, aka Foreman Keith, confirmed he will also have a guest role on the new series.
Whitaker took on a limited role as a judge last year to support his partner, David, as he faced serious health challenges. ‘In 2023 – as many of you will know – I took a break from The Block to spend more time with my partner David who was dealing with some serious health issues,’ Whitaker announced on social media on Tuesday
Whittaker is expect to make guest appearances on the upcoming season. Pictured, right, Marty Fox
