Doris Simeon
Nigerian actress (born 1979)
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Doris Simeon ⓘ (born 22 July 1979)[1] is a Nigerian actress, compere, hairdresser and entrepreneur. She has starred in Yoruba and English language roles. She is also the CEO of Davris Beauty Centre, located in Ifako, Lagos.[2]
22 July 1979
Doris Simeon | |
|---|---|
| Born | Doris Simeon 22 July 1979 Lagos |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Children | David Ademinokan |
Acting career
Simeon initially aspired to be a newscaster, but a friend told her about an audition for a cameo role in Papa Ajasco, a situational comedy by Wale Adenuga Production (WAP). She went for the audition and secured the role.[3] Simeon started her acting career with a part in three episodes of the Papa Ajasco comedy series.[4] She then had roles in Nollywood films Oloju Ede, Alakada, Ten Million Naira and Modupe Temi. She also appeared in Eti Keta.[5]
In 2010, she starred as Da Grin's girlfriend in Ghetto Dreamz and co-produced Omo Iya kan.[6][7] Given her first role by actor and director Yomi Ogunmola, she rose to the top, starring in over 100 films.
Simeon is a multilingual actress who performs in Yoruba and English. She is also a master of ceremonies and TV show host.[3]
Endorsement
In July 2015, Simeon renewed her contract with GlaxoSmithKline to be the face of Ribena, a popular children's fruit drink.[8]
Personal life
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Ebi Keta | ||
| 2003 | Perosoko | Rose |
| 2003 | Ago kan oru | Sade |
| Ten Million Naira | ||
| Alakada | ||
| Asiri | ||
| 2008 | Omo Pupa | |
| 2020 | Modupe Temi[13] | Omolara |
| 2009 | Arewa ejo | |
| Iseju Marun | ||
| 2009 | Omo Iya Kan | Oluwaseyi |
| Ghetto Dreams | ||
| 2012 | Gucci Girls | Tunmininu |
| 2012 | Mama Insurance | |
| 2016 | Silence | |
| 2017 | Owo Ago | Bukola's Friend |
| 2018 | Hannatu | |
| 2019 | True Betrayal | Lade |
| 2019 | Dear Husband | Funmilola |
| 2019 | ILU America | Stacy |
| 2022 | Abosede | Flaky |
Awards
- 2008 AMAA Awards Best Indigenous Actress Onitemi.[9]
- 2010 Zafaa Awards Best Actress Indigenous Asiri[14][15]
- 2015 All Youths Tush Awards AYTA Role Model (Movie) Awards[16]