EastEnders’ Max Branning’s best storylines as he exits soap after 15 years

SEVENTEEN member Hoshi has tested positive for COVID-19, according to his label Pledis Entertainment.Today (March 3), Pledis Entertainment shared in an official statement to South Korean outlet SPOTV News that Hoshi had been diagnosed with the coronavirus after experiencing symptoms the day before.“Starting the afternoon of March 2 (Wednesday), Hoshi experienced [symptoms of] a cough and a sore throat, so he used a self-testing kit and checked that he tested positive,” Pledis Entertainment wrote, as translated by Soompi. “He immediately carried out a PCR test, and on the morning of March 3 (Thursday), he tested positive for COVID-19.”The company then shared an update of Hoshi’s current condition, clarifying that he is currently undergoing self-isolation at home while he recovers from the virus. “Currently, Hoshi has no other symptoms besides a cough and a sore throat, so he is receiving treatment at home,” it said.“All the SEVENTEEN members besides Wonwoo and Vernon checked that they tested negative through the tests they preemptively carried out using self-testing kits on the afternoon of March 2 (Wednesday), and they do not have any symptoms,” Pledis added.

Patti Smith will headline a new one-day festival in London.Higher Ground Festival will take place on the slopes of Alexandra Palace on July 24. It will be headlined by Smith, with Nadine Shah, Connie Constance, Spelling, Nabihah Iqbal and Joviale also confirmed to be performing.Higher Ground Festival will also host DJ sets, workshops, talks and readings.

Charli XCX has confirmed that she backed out of performing at an NFT festival due to backlash from her fans about its exclusivity.The pop singer said in a new interview that fans gave her a “lot of flack” over her decision to play Afterparty, an event taking place in Las Vegas later this month with headlining sets from the Chainsmokers and The Kid LAROI.But only those who own a Utopian NFT, can fund their own Utopian NFT or were invited by the owner of a Utopian NFT could attend the event. Some Charli XCX fans questioned her move to play an NFT event, saying the community is “negative” and “rife with plagiarism”.“I pulled out of the festival.

Lizzo has called herself a “body icon” in a new interview about beauty standards, adding that she “wasn’t supposed to be a sex symbol”.Speaking to People, the singer explained how her parents “taught me at a very young age how America treats Black people. How it treats Black women”. She added: “I saw very quickly how we treat fat people.”“I wasn’t supposed to make it this far.

Maguire has struggled for consistency this season, with calf and rib injuries interrupting his rhythm.The 28-year-old defender has made 27 appearances in all competitions for United this campaign, but was left out of the side in the most recent game against Watford on Saturday. Ralf Rangnick explained the decision was down to the need for “fresh legs, energy and the tactical demands against this Watford team.” But The Times now reports that there are tensions behind the scenes at United, with Maguire’s selection being privately questioned by members of the squad.

Russian tycoon has been found dead in his garage in his UK mansion just days after Russia's invasion of the Ukraine. Mikhail Watford's body was found by a gardener on the exclusive Wentworth Estate in Surrey on Monday (February 28).The 66-year-old father-of-three made his millions from oil refineries in Ukraine and then from a successful property firm after he had moved to Britain.

He was best known as womanizer Max Branning on EastEnders until he left Albert Square for the final time after 15 years. But despite the reputation of his character, actor Jake Wood, 48, has been happily married for 20 years and the couple share two children.The actor left the soap in January after Max burned all bridges with his fellow Walford residents – however the door is left open for him to return someday.

JAKE Wood has shared a snap of his rarely seen daughter Amber with fans after his EastEnders exit. The actor - who played Max Branning on the BBC soap from 2006 to 2021 - took to Instagram to pay tribute to the teenager.

EastEnders actor Jake Wood has confessed he grew "emotional" watching his tearful final scenes play out on the BBC One soap.Appearing on Tuesday's Good Morning Britain, the soap star, 48, discussing Max Branning's farewell to Walford, having ruled Albert Square over the past 15 years.Host Piers Morgan was keen to hear whether Jake had felt upset watching his final episode, which was met with sadness from viewers when it aired last Friday evening.Having watched the send-off from the comfort of his sofa with his wife Alison Murray by his side, Jake said: “It was a bit weird for me.”The actor revealed he invited his children, Amber, 15, and Buster, 13, to watch the episode with them, only for the youngsters to refuse.Piers asked: "Did you get

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Jake Wood has taken to Instagram with two snapshots of his teenage daughter, Amber. The 48-year-old actor, who recently left EastEnders after 15 years playing Max Branning on the BBC soap, proudly posted the images showing Amber posing outdoors, dressed in a black and white striped top with a black bodice-style design over the top and a black hoodie.

EastEnders fans were in tears following Max Branning's exit as bosses made sure to honour the character who has been in the soap for 15 years.Played by Jake Wood, the bed-hopping ginger who has slept with half of Albert Square, saw the "doof doofs" ditched just before the credits rolled as he exited the screen for the last time.As he walked out of the square in the rain, instead of the usual cliffhanger sound, it was replaced by the little-played Julia's Theme.Named after one of the soap's creators, Julia Smith, it replaces EastEnders' dramatic drums with an emotional piano solo and a choir, to be played only when a major character leaves the show.The music was also changed for the departures of Barbara Windsor's Peggy Mitchell and Pam St

Jacqueline Jossa has shared a sweet tribute to her former on-screen dad Jake Wood. Jake bid farewell to EastEnders after 15 years playing the iconic role of Max Branning on Friday, 19 January.The 48-year-old actor left Albert Square in an emotional farewell, after deciding not to take little granddaughter Abi with him and leaving her with Rainie and Stuart instead.The soap’s iconic theme tune played out as a crying Max made his last appearance on the BBC soap.

EASTENDERS ditched the 'doof doofs' last night in honour of Max Branning's exit from the show after 15 years. Jake Wood's bed-hopping loverman and show favourite was played out with a rarely-used version of the soap's famous theme.

@mrjakedwood - what a run. pic.twitter.com/tRnLHvE7GiAnother added: "Great character, Jake Wood brilliant tonight as always, will be missed on the show.""Going to miss you but hope to see you on TV again sometime. You are (an) amazing actor," a third said. The Max Branning actor wrote: "Thanks Piers [heart emoji]."The post comes after many fans of the show were left disappointed amid Jake's exit. Reacting to his exit one wrote: "Nah is this the exit the great, the one and only Max Branning gets? @bbceastenders I’m disappointed.

EastEnders fans were left reaching for their tissues as Max Branning said goodbye to Walford in solemn scenes on Friday evening.Played by Jake Wood, Max was kicked out of the East End after his affair with Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) left him with few friends to turn to.In emotional final scenes, he left little Abi behind, looking back as the Diana theme played over the closing credits of the soap.His granddaughter Abi was left on the doorstep of Lorraine "Rainie" Highway's house, standing by her suitcase with her arms outstretched. As Rainie (Tanya Franks) welcomed the tot into the house, Max could be seen lurking in the shadows, his eyes welling up with tears.

EastEnders fans were not happy on Friday night as Jake Wood bowed out of the BBC soap as Max Branning.

EastEnders actor Jake Wood has admitted that he may never appear on TV again and fears that no one might offer him a job.

EastEnders viewers have taken to social media to predict how Max Branning (Jake Wood) will leave the BBC One soap tonight.The Walford ladies man will bid farewell to Walford during Friday's episode and some fans are convinced he will be murdered.Max recently exposed Mick Carter's (Danny Dyer) child abuse hell in dramatic scenes.Mick threatened to kill the businessman after he almost revealed his dark secret to pub goers in the Queen Vic.The pair haven't seen eye to eye since Max began an affair with Mick's wife Linda (Kellie Bright).During a heated row, Max said: "I only want what's best for her, and you. You think this is going to sort your marriage out, Mick?“Me keeping my distance.

EastEnders favourite Jake Wood will make his final appearance as Walford business man Max Branning tonight.The 48-year-old actor bid farewell to the set of the BBC One soap for a final time after 16 years in December last year.He filmed an emotional clip at the time where he said his goodbyes and reflected on how much he will miss his co-stars.Max's final scenes will air on February 19, the same day the serial drama marks its 36th anniversary.Fans recently saw Max blackmail Albert Square hardman Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) to get Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) to sell the Queen Vic pub back to Mick (Danny Dyer) and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright).EastEnders spoilers have revealed that Max promises Linda he’ll have a surprise for her that may

EastEnders fans were treated to some seriously dramatic scenes, and a minor stunt of sorts.

Actor Jake Wood recently confirmed he will be leaving EastEnders after 15 years spent playing Max Branning on the popular BBC One soap. However, when asked what was on his character’s mind when he departed Walford, Jake had an amusing answer for OK! “Is there a job at Coronation Street?” he responded, laughing.