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EastEnders Star Jake Wood's Son Turns 18: Uncanny Resemblance!
31 Jan
Summary
- Jake Wood celebrated his son Buster's 18th birthday.
- Fans noted Buster's striking resemblance to his father.
- Jake Wood recently returned to EastEnders after a hiatus.
Actor Jake Wood recently celebrated his son Buster's 18th birthday, sharing a touching tribute on Instagram. The post highlighted the remarkable likeness between Buster and his famous father, leading to numerous comments from fans who remarked on the uncanny resemblance, with some jokingly calling Buster a young Max Branning. Wood, who portrays Max Branning on the BBC soap EastEnders, expressed his deep pride and affection for his son.
This personal celebration follows Jake Wood's recent return to the EastEnders set. His character, Max Branning, had previously departed screens in February 2021. After an affair with Linda Carter led to her staying with Mick, Max decided to leave Walford for New Zealand to join his daughter Lauren. His reappearance on the show occurred in a September 2025 episode, marking his return after a four-year absence.
