Question: Why did the original Lauren Branning leave?

Lauren (now played by Jacqueline Jossa) returns from America earlier than expected, after being expelled from school for smoking cannabis.

How did Lauren leave EastEnders?

Lauren sustained injuries to her leg but Abi was later declared brain stem dead. Shortly after her baby was delivered, her family made the decision to turn off Abis life support machine. After Abis funeral, Lauren left Walford and eventually went back to New Zealand where she reconciled with Peter.

What happened Madeline Duggan?

In October 2011, it was announced that she would be starring in the feature film Everyones Going To Die. In 2016, Duggan had a minor role in The Tunnel. In April 2020 she revealed that she was now working part-time in a doctors surgery because being an out of work actress doesnt pay.

Is Lauren coming back to EastEnders?

She is currently in New Zealand with son Louis while ex Peter Beale has returned to Walford. However, the actress has said the only way she will reprise her role as Lauren is if soap bosses bring back the entire Branning family.

Who is Baby Abbys dad?

Abi Branning is the daughter of Abi Branning and Steven Beale.

Who played Lauren in EastEnders in 2008?

Madeline Duggan Madeline Duggan was only 12 years old when she was cast as Lauren Branning in EastEnders in 2008. She played the eldest daughter to Max Branning and older and wiser sister to Abi Branning in the beloved and long running soap. Before this role however, Madeline was already a young star taking the industry by storm.

Is HalfWay leaving EastEnders?

Halfway left the square last February to re-join the army after he was called back to duty. Bring back HalfWay. Bring him back.

How long has Jacqueline Jossa been in EastEnders?

Jossa played Lauren Branning on the long-running BBC soap for eight years, from 2010 to 2018, and went on to win the nineteenth series of Im a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! In 2019.

What happened to Max brannings daughters?

The storyline ultimately concluded with Max attempting to commit suicide after his plan for revenge had failed, but this ended with both his daughters Lauren and Abi (Lorna Fitzgerald) accidentally falling off the roof from The Queen Victoria when they attempted to stop their father; Lauren survived the fall whilst Abi

Who is the father of Lauren Brannings baby?

Louie Beale (born 17 September 2015), is the son of Lauren Branning and Peter Beale. Louies birth was witnessed by his aunt Abi Branning.

How were Lauren and Joey Branning related?

Joey Branning is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by David Witts. Joey was featured in storylines such as a problematic relationship with his father due to his absence in his life, and a relationship with his first cousin Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa).

What is Max Brannings son called?

Max arrives in Walford in June 2006 to confront his father, Jim Branning (John Bardon), after being estranged for 17 years, but Jim throws him out and Max meets his son Bradley Branning (Charlie Clements), and decides to stay to rebuild their relationship.

Is Mick leaving EastEnders?

Announcing Kushs exit, an EastEnders spokesperson said: We can confirm Davood will be leaving EastEnders when his contract comes to an end. Davood has been a wonderful addition to EastEnders and we wish him all the best for the future. Kush was killed off in an explosive EastEnders episode on Monday (April 19).

Is Jack Branning leaving EastEnders?

Jack Branning is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Scott Maslen. He made his first appearance on 29 October 2007. Maslen made an indefinite departure from the role on 15 October 2013 after six years on the show.

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