AJ Branning (often called AJ) is a fictional baby character in the British soap opera EastEnders , full name Abi “AJ” Branning Jr, the daughter of Abi Branning and Steven Beale.

Who AJ Branning is

  • AJ Branning is introduced as the child of Abi Branning and Steven Beale, linking the Branning and Beale families in EastEnders.
  • Within the show’s family setup, she is legally treated as the daughter of her grandfather Max Branning and his wife Rainie, who become her guardians.

Role in EastEnders story

  • AJ’s birth followed Abi’s severe injuries and brainstem death after the Queen Vic roof fall storyline in 2017, with the baby surviving as Abi died.
  • Later plot updates and fan resources describe AJ as part of ongoing Branning family drama, especially around Max’s returns and custody or care tensions.

Quick forum / trending context

  • When fans online ask “who is AJ in EastEnders” or “who is AJ Branning,” they are almost always referring to Abi Junior Branning, not a real-world public figure.
  • Recent discussions frame AJ as a next-generation Branning character whose presence keeps Abi’s legacy alive in current and future storylines.

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