Abi Branning

Abi's always been the golden girl, compared to her bolshy older sister, Lauren. But she knows how to get her own way. Abi loves animals and hopes to be a vet one day.

First appearance:	3rd July 2006
Address:	5 Albert Square
Occupation:	Sixth form college

Abi's bubbly, and self-assured, with a nose for mischief. She has the biggest heart in Walford and brings out the best in those around her, not least her boyfriend, Jay Mitchell and best friend Lola.

I love animals...Abi Branning

Favourite films: Dirty Dancing and Twilight.
Favourite pin-up: Jacob from Twilight.
Likes: Animals and sports.
Dislikes: Boxing and zombie films.
Dreams: To see the world.

She may be young, but she's packed plenty of drama into her years. She's been hit by Deano's car, discovered Trina's dead body in Charlie's summer-house watched her parents' marriage unravel, ravel and unravel again. However, through it all, Abi has managed to keep a sensible head on her shoulders, unlike older sister Lauren, who Abi is determined she will never end up like.

Played by Lorna Fitzgerald

Lorna's a keen dancer and enjoys ballet and tap dancing.
She plays the guitar and keeps active by swimming.
Lorna played Jade in Cherished which starred Sarah Lancashire.
Lorna has previously appeared in Casualty.