We Used to Watch These British Soap Stars, But Where Are They Now?

Published on 04/25/2021
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Deena Payne – Viv Hope from Emmerdale

Deena Payne, who played Viv Hope on the ITV soap Emmerdale, did a fantastic job portraying her. She would play Viv for 18 years before being killed off in 2011 when the show’s creators decided that her character no longer had much to contribute to the show. Deena was performing and singing on stage before Emmerdale with a band called Cats U.K. and Rock Follies of ’77 and starring in a few guest roles on television. She continues to act on TV shows such as Doctors and True Crime and pantomimes on stage.

Deena Payne – Viv Hope From Emmerdale

Deena Payne – Viv Hope From Emmerdale

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Adam Woodyatt – Ian Beale from EastEnders

Ian Beale, played by child actor Adam Woodyatt on EastEnders, was an enterprising young teen son of Kathy and Pete Beale, who started his first business right after graduation. His character’s personal life, on the other hand, was a shambles. Adam has played Ian on screen for three decades and is the only original cast member who has remained. He owns a few successful businesses in addition to acting. He announced in 2020 that he would be taking a “break” from the show and that his character would be written out.

Adam Woodyatt – Ian Beale From EastEnders

Adam Woodyatt – Ian Beale From EastEnders

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