Doris Simeon ⓘ (born 22 July 1979) 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.

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. Simeon started her acting career with a part in three episodes of the Papa Ajasco comedy series. She then had roles in Nollywood films Oloju Ede, Alakada, Ten Million Naira and Modupe Temi. She also appeared in Eti Keta.

In 2010, she starred as Da Grin's girlfriend in Ghetto Dreamz and co-produced Omo Iya kan. 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.

Endorsement

In July 2015, Simeon renewed her contract with GlaxoSmithKline to be the face of Ribena, a popular children's fruit drink.

Personal life

Simeon was married to producer and director Daniel Ademinokan, whom she met on set. They have a son, David, but separated in 2010.

Filmography

YearTitleRole
Ebi Keta
2003PerosokoRose
2003Ago kan oruSade
Ten Million Naira
Alakada
Asiri
2008Omo Pupa
2020Modupe TemiOmolara
2009Arewa ejo
Iseju Marun
2009Omo Iya KanOluwaseyi
Ghetto Dreams
2012Gucci GirlsTunmininu
2012Mama Insurance
2016Silence
2017Owo AgoBukola's Friend
2018Hannatu
2019True BetrayalLade
2019Dear HusbandFunmilola
2019ILU AmericaStacy
2022AbosedeFlaky

Awards

  • 2008 AMAA Awards Best Indigenous Actress Onitemi.
  • 2010 Zafaa Awards Best Actress Indigenous Asiri
  • 2015 All Youths Tush Awards AYTA Role Model (Movie) Awards

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