Former Home and Away star Dan Ewing has publicly addressed swirling speculation surrounding his personal life, firmly denying rumours of a new romance following claims that he has split from his fiancée, Katrina Risteska.

The actor, best known to fans as the volatile Heath Braxton, found himself at the centre of intense online chatter after reports suggested the long-term couple had quietly gone their separate ways. Fuel was added to the fire when fans noticed subtle social media changes and a noticeable absence of shared appearances, prompting assumptions that Ewing had already moved on.

Now, the actor is setting the record straight.

“There’s no truth to it”

Sources close to Ewing say he was blindsided by the speed at which speculation escalated, particularly claims linking him romantically to other women. According to insiders, Ewing has categorically denied being involved in any new relationship and is said to be frustrated by how quickly unfounded rumours took hold.

“He’s been clear that there’s no new romance,” one source revealed. “People jumped to conclusions based on very little, and it’s had a real emotional impact.”

While neither Ewing nor Risteska has publicly confirmed the status of their engagement, the actor’s denial makes one thing clear: any suggestion he has moved on romantically is untrue.

A private relationship under public scrutiny

Ewing and Risteska have largely kept their relationship out of the spotlight, despite his fame. Their engagement was celebrated quietly by fans, many of whom admired how grounded and private the couple appeared compared to the often-public romances of other TV stars.

That privacy, however, may have contributed to the current confusion. Without public updates or statements, speculation filled the silence — a familiar pattern for celebrities navigating personal changes under constant observation.

Friends of the actor say this is exactly why Ewing has chosen to speak out now, hoping to stop the narrative from spiralling further.

Fans react with concern — and support

Reaction among Home and Away viewers has been mixed. Some expressed disappointment at the possibility of the engagement ending, while others praised Ewing for drawing boundaries and correcting misinformation.

“People forget these are real lives, not storylines,” one fan commented. “Dan doesn’t owe anyone details.”

Others noted the irony that Ewing, who once portrayed one of Summer Bay’s most chaotic romantic figures, is now dealing with real-life drama he never asked for.

What happens next?

For now, Ewing appears focused on his career and maintaining his privacy. Those close to him insist he is taking time away from the noise, prioritising mental wellbeing and refusing to be drawn into speculation-driven narratives.

Whether the engagement is intact or not remains a personal matter — one Ewing has chosen not to elaborate on publicly. What he has made clear is that rumours of a rebound romance are false, and assumptions about his personal life should not be treated as fact.

In an era where silence is often interpreted as confirmation, Dan Ewing’s response serves as a reminder that not every chapter needs to be played out in public — even for a star whose name is forever tied to Summer Bay.