Max Branning might have been known for all the wrong reasons, but EastEnders fans have no doubts that he is the ultimate saviour of the show. The icon Jake Wood is celebrating a spectacular milestone as he marks exactly twenty years since his chaotic character ‘Max Branning’ first stepped onto Albert Square.
Well, his excited fans congratulate Walford’s ultimate love rat on his legendary soap anniversary. Keep scrolling to learn more.
Jake Wood Marks 20 Years Of Max Branning
Jake posted on Instagram to celebrate exactly 20 years since his explosive first on-screen appearance as the whirlwind of chaos, Max Branning.
Furthermore, the actor warmly called the role the “job of my lifetime” and revealed that he still feels just as excited going to work today as he did two decades ago. Elsewhere, a fascinating magazine interview reminds fans that a special flashforward showed Max planning a wedding before he lands in deep trouble with the law.
Also, we can say that this exclusive spread looks back at his history-making affair with Stacey Slater and highlights his recent on-screen proposal to Cindy Beale.
Jake also thanked and showed gratitude to the incredible team behind the camera. And he also thanked the loyal fans who support the BBC soap.
EastEnders Co-Stars And Fans Show Support
Jake captioned the post saying, “It’s hard to believe but today marks 20 years to the day that I first appeared on screen playing the whirlwind of chaos that is Max Branning. It’s been the job of my lifetime and I get just as excited now going into work as I did 20 years ago.”
Adding further he wrote, “There have been many changes over the years but the one thing that hasn’t changed is the quality of the people I get to work with every day, be that in front of or behind the camera. They are collectively without a doubt the best team in TV.”
Diane Parish, who plays Denise Fox on the BBC, also couldn’t resist but congratulate the actor on his achievement. She wrote, “Happy Anniversary my friend. Bringing greatness for 20 years. Big love.” Well, several fans also riled up to show their support with one saying, “Happy 20 years, Jake. Hope you’re on the show for many more years and can’t wait to see what else is in store for your character in the show.”
Another wrote, “20 years ago, an opportunity came to our door and you grabbed it with all that you’ve got and have given it everything ever since. You have created an iconic character and you have achieved that with hard hard graft. The thought, effort and planning that you have consistently given this job are what have created the character, Max Branning.” Meanwhile, do you enjoy Jake Wood as Max Branning on the show? Let us know in the comments section. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.