Former EastEnders Actor Jake Wood Celebrates 20 Years Sober

EastEnders star Jake Wood recently celebrated a personal milestone by marking 20 years of sobriety in an emotional New Year’s post. The 51-year-old actor, who played Max Branning in the BBC soap, shared a video on social media, expressing gratitude for the positive aspects of his life and emphasizing the impact of his journey to sobriety. Wood received an outpouring of support from fans, including fellow EastEnders stars, and has continued to pursue acting opportunities since his departure from the show in 2021. He left the door open for a potential return to EastEnders, although no plans have been confirmed as of yet. The announcement comes as a source of inspiration to others on a similar journey to sobriety.