Deena Payne – Viv Hope From Emmerdale

Deena Payne is an English actress and former singer. She is renowned for her portrayal of Viv Hope in the long-running ITV soap opera “Emmerdale.” Since departing from “Emmerdale,” Deena has returned to the theatre, performing in “Calendar Girls” and a variety of pantomimes. She is featured in the television series “True Crime,” playing the character of Irene.

In 2020, Deena made a guest appearance on the BBC soap opera “Doctors,” taking on the role of Patricia Taymount. The former actress is now running a dance school in a village hall in North Yorkshire. Deena has become a certified aromatherapist, as reported by The Sun.