Doris Okorie, born on July 15, 1991, is a Nigerian actress, writer, and media personality from Imo State. She is from the Igbo ethnic group. Doris is the third of five children in a family of seven, making her the middle child.
Okorie graduated from the University of Ibadan, where she studied English with a major in Literature. Her career began in acting, and she later expanded into screenwriting, voice-over acting, commercial modeling, producing, and directing.
At 33, Doris became well-known after appearing on the reality show show Big Brother Naija in 2025, from which she was evicted on September 7, 2025. Known for her lively and sometimes confrontational personality, she described herself as a “firecracker” upon entering the house, seeking to stir up some drama.
On the show, Okorie’s personality was marked by her desire for excitement and her frank, sometimes irritating, habits. She has said she does not believe in true forgiveness and is very particular about her personal space. Okorie created some drama in the house and proved to be a strong competitor, winning the Head of House title at one point. Despite being labeled “unlucky” by some, her fans, known as the “Dothrakis,” defended her, highlighting her determination and creativity.
She joined the show to escape her routine life, create some “not-so-innocent problems,” and relive the “chaos” of her boarding school days.
After her eviction, Okorie expressed gratitude to her fans, confirming that she will continue her work in the entertainment industry. Throughout the show, Doris was not involved with anyone romantically. She has affectionately shared her thoughts on being single and noted that she hasn’t been in a romantic relationship since 2018.
Before her time on Big Brother Naija, Okorie was a radio presenter and wrote for publications. She has acted in numerous films and TV series, including Something Like Gold (2023) and Love Lockdown (2025). Okorie has written screenplays for personal projects and for notable figures like Bimbo Akintola. She is also skilled in voice-overs and commercial modeling, having worked with companies like Leadway Assurance.
Doris Okorie has an estimated net worth of $20,000 that’s about ₦30 million naira.