EastEnders Brannings gathered in London for a surprise early Christmas celebration, but the night held more than just laughter and drinks. Faces from across Walford came together, and familiar dynamics quietly surfaced. Keep scrolling to know more.
Brannings Bring EastEnders Chemistry To Real Life
The BBC soap stars Jacqueline Jossa, Jake Wood, Scott Maslen, Ellie Dadd, Kitty Castledine, and Pierre Moullier came together at a London restaurant for the party. The group participated in the local traditional celebration by pulling crackers and putting on Christmas hats. They also recorded a video of themselves lip-syncing to 4 Non Blondes’ I Said What’s Going On and singing along, which they later shared on social media.
They also enjoyed Cocktails throughout the evening. Jacqueline shared some pictures and videos on her Instagram. And Ellie Dadd commented, “The best family ever.” Elsewhere, Emma Barton left love hearts. Jake Wood commented, “Famalam [love hearts].”
Moreover, this gathering came a few days after Jacqueline’s girls’ night out with Jessie Wallace, Heather Peace and Michelle Collins. Fans observed that the actors, even though they were celebrating their real lives, kept up the vibe and the relationships that their characters have with each other on the screen. The occasion served as a throwback to the way the cast not only gives the impression of a family to the show but also to their off-screen interactions.
Awards, Storylines, And Teasers For The New Year
Earlier this year, one of the most difficult episodes in Lauren Branning’s life was played out on the screen. Jimmy, her son, was diagnosed with optic nerve and chorioretinal coloboma. And because of this, he faced severe sight issues. She also spoke about the storyline and wrote on her social media, “Being gifted with this story has been a dream, and I’ve found strength in the story. This is many people’s reality, many people who have DM’d me, and I feel so lucky to be able to tell a version of your story.”
She even received praise for her performance in the serial drama performance category at the National Television Awards in September. Moreover, she publicly supported co-star Steve McFadden. Jacq said, “I am of course still rooting for the one and only Steve McFadden as I truly feel it’s his year. He deserves it so much. I am more than happy with a nomination.
During an interview, she also talked about the surprises coming up next year. She said, “I love the series immensely. I am really looking forward to what unfolds in six months. It excites me. You don’t know, but we know it’s very exciting.”
The early Christmas party is a clear indication of the continuous bond of the cast members and their commitment to the show. The night was a lovely surprise for the fans as they got a sneak peek of the cast members’ friendship beyond the screen. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.