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Doris Simeon

Doris Simeon Listenⓘ (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]

Doris Simeon
Born
Doris Simeon

(1979-07-22) 22 July 1979 (age 46)
Lagos
CitizenshipNigerian
OccupationActress
ChildrenDavid Ademinokan

Acting career

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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

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Simeon was married to producer and director Daniel Ademinokan, whom she met on set.[9][4] They have a son, David, but separated in 2010.[10][11][12]

Filmography

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YearTitleRole
Ebi Keta
2003PerosokoRose
2003Ago kan oruSade
Ten Million Naira
Alakada
Asiri
2008Omo Pupa
2020Modupe Temi[13]Omolara
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

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References

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  1. ↑ "Doris Simeon Looking Fabulous at 40 - NollyWood Insider". 23 July 2019. Archived from the original on 4 March 2022. Retrieved 4 March 2022.
  2. ↑ "Doris Simeon floats beauty parlor". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 13 December 2013. Archived from the original on 21 November 2021. Retrieved 5 April 2021.
  3. 1 2 "Rise and rise of screen diva, Doris Simeon". The Guardian. Nigeria. 27 July 2019. Archived from the original on 20 April 2021. Retrieved 5 April 2021.
  4. 1 2 Adeola Balogun (9 August 2008). "I regret dating Yomi Ogunmola". The Punch. Archived from the original on 17 September 2008. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  5. ↑ Jayne Usen (29 January 2011). "Kate Henshaw, the 'Third Party' and I". next. Archived from the original on 8 April 2011. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  6. ↑ "Doris Simeon to Star in Ghetto Dreamz". allafrica.com. 20 February 2011. Archived from the original on 19 October 2012. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  7. ↑ "My Experience As Dagrin's Girlfriend - Doris Simon". allafrica.com. 4 March 2011. Archived from the original on 19 October 2012. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  8. ↑ "Doris Simeon renews contract with Glaxosmith". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. 10 July 2015. Archived from the original on 21 November 2021. Retrieved 6 April 2021.
  9. 1 2 "My wife is sexy says Ademinokan". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 5 September 2009. Archived from the original on 5 November 2010. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  10. ↑ Aramide Pius. "Why my life is scandal free - Doris Simeon". nigeriafilms.com. Archived from the original on 4 February 2011. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  11. ↑ ""My Ex-Wife Was Sleeping Around With Different Men" – Daniel Ademinokan Bombs Doris Simeon". Pulse Nigeria. 10 December 2017. Archived from the original on 7 May 2018. Retrieved 6 May 2018.
  12. ↑ Akhimien, Nosakhale (9 November 2024). "How my ex-husband snatched, deprived me access to my son for years — Actress Doris Simeon". Premium Times. Retrieved 16 March 2025.
  13. ↑ "Doris Simeon Biography | Profile | Fabwoman". FabWoman | News, Style, Living Content for the Nigerian Woman. 22 July 2020. Retrieved 6 April 2021.[permanent dead link]
  14. ↑ "Zafaa Award Winners 2010". African film and Television arts. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  15. ↑ "Nadia Buari, Majid Michel & Co Nominated For African Films Festival And Academy Awards 2010". Ghanaweb. 25 September 2010. Retrieved 26 March 2011.
  16. ↑ "Seyi Law, Doris Simeon, Jaywon & More Grace TUSH Awards 2015". SecureNigeria365. 10 December 2015. Archived from the original on 17 September 2018. Retrieved 17 September 2018.
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