Derek Branning

"I am Derek Branning, and I am the head of this family!"

- Derek's most famous quote as he ends up having a breakdown upon being confronted by his brothers, Jack and Max, over his illicit activities.

Derek Branning is a fictional character and recurring anti-villain of the BBC British soap opera programme EastEnders.

He first appeared as a minor antagonist in 1996, then reemerged in 24 November 2011 and became the show's main antagonist until his departure on 25 December 2012.