# Dexter Doria

Dexter Doria is a Filipino veteran actress. She has appeared in more than 175 films and several television programs from ABS-CBN and GMA Network, often in supporting roles.

## Early life

Doria graduated with a degree in AB Humanities from the University of the Philippines. In her time at UP, she also wrote film reviews for the magazine of The Manila Times.

## Career

Doria was working at an automotive office when one day in 1976 she accompanied her actress friend Nympha Bonifacio to the set of her film The College Girls. She was noticed by director Emmanuel Borlaza, who cast her on the spot for a scene with Eddie Gutierrez. Impressed, Borlaza wanted to add her to more scenes, but she had already left the set due to her office job. After another meeting with Borlaza, he and Bonifacio helped her start her acting career.
In 1977, Doria appeared in such movies as Elektrika Kasi, Eh!, Tisoy!, Babae!, Iligpit Si Pretty Boy, and Burlesk Queen, starring Vilma Santos and Rosemarie Gil, among others.
She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress in 1978 FAMAS Award for the movie Inay. She also received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress Gawad Urian Awards in Moral (1982).
Doria appeared on several game shows in the 2000s, appearing on Family Feud and then winning P300,000 on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? In 2002, she joined the cast of the IBC-13 police tv show S.A.T.S.U. She also gave an excellent performance that year in the film Mga Munting Tinig, in which she played a school principal. For her performance, she was nominated once again for a Best Supporting Actress award in the Gawad Urian Awards, but lost to Elizabeth Oropesa. She got to act with Oropesa in the film Homecoming a year later.
Doria alternated between GMA and TV5 in 2010, appearing on both the comedy musical series Diva and the horror series Midnight DJ. In 2014, she joined the cast of GMA's Hiram na Alaala. In 2017, she finally got her first lead role in the film Paki, in which she played Noel Trinidad's wife of 50 years. Paki won Best Picture at the Cinema One Originals Film Festival, while she received a Best Actress nomination in that film festival.
In 2021, Doria finally won FAMAS Best Supporting Actress, a Gawad Urian Award, and a Gawad Tanglaw for Memories of Forgetting. In that film she played a mother suffering from Alzheimer's. She also played an activist nun in the musical film Katips that year. In 2022, she was a regular cast member of the GMA Network hit drama series Abot-Kamay na Pangarap, she played the role of Susanna "Susan" Burgos, a former cruel yet loving, kind-hearted, fierce, and supportive stepmother to Lyneth which is played by Carmina Villarroel and the step-grandmother to Analyn, which is played by Jillian Ward. The show was a ratings hit, beating all the evening primetime shows in the country.

## Personal life

Doria was married in her teens, and they had a son. Their marriage only lasted two years. Although she got into several other relationships later on in life, she is still single.
As a UP student, Doria took part in the First Quarter Storm. In 2022, she launched the digital show Didi Serye on her social media accounts in which she informed viewers about facts on the Martial Law era.

## Filmography
### Film

| Year | Title | Role | Film Company |
| 1977 | Sugar Daddy | Rosie | Regal Films Sampaguita Pictures |
| 1977 | Inay | Becky | Lotus Films |
| 1982 | Moral | Mrs. Torres | Seven Star Productions |
| 1983 | Kirot | Divina | Seiko Films |
| 1984 | Batuigas II: Pasukuin si Waway | Mrs. Marcelino | Vanguard Films |
| 1985 | Lalakwe | Sara | Essex Films |
| 1985 | Company of Women | Mama San | Athena Productions |
| 1988 | Stomach In, Chest Out | | Cine Suerte |
| 1988 | I Love You 3x a Day | Stella | VIVA Films |
| 1988 | Me and Ninja Liit | Mama San | VIVA Films |
| 1989 | Alex Boncayao Brigade: The Liquidation Arm of the NPA | Fe | Olympia Pictures |
| 1989 | Mga Kuwento ng Pag-ibig | Olga | Regal Films |
| 1989 | Pahiram ng Isang Umaga | Aleli Espiritu | Regal Films |
| 1989 | Valentina | Perla | Lea Productions |
| 1989 | Impaktita | Mrs. Concepcion | Regal Films |
| 1989 | Sa Kuko ng Agila | Lolit | JE Productions |
| 1989 | Aso't Pusa | Maristela | VIVA Films |
| 1989 | Estudyante Blues | Benita | VIVA Films |
| 1989 | Jessa: Blusang Itim 2 | Adela | Solar Films |
| 1989 | Ang Babaeng Nawawala sa Sarili | Mrs. Asuncion | VIVA Films |
| 1989 | Rosenda | Glenda | Mina Films |
| 1989 | Huwag Kang Hahalik sa Diablo | Mona | Regal Films |
| 1989 | Boots Oyson: Sa Katawan Mo, Aagos ang Dugo! | Carmen | Horizon Films |
| 1990 | Starzan III: The Jungle Triangle | Takla | Regal Films |
| 1990 | Tootsie Wootsie: Ang Bandang Walang Atrasan | Doña Barang | VIVA Films |
| 1990 | Patigasan ang Labanan | Gorgonia | Triple R Films |
| 1990 | Mana sa Ina | Olivia Sevilla | Regent Films |
| 1990 | Titser's Enemi No. 1 | Goliath's Mother | VIVA Films |
| 1990 | I Have 3 Eggs | Lorraine | Regal Films |
| 1990 | Hanggang Saan ang Tapang Mo? | Cynthia | Regal Films |
| 1990 | Bakit Ikaw Pa Rin? | Mrs. Manfort | VIVA Films |
| 1990 | Pido Dida: Sabay Tayo | Shirley | Regal Films |
| 1990 | Naughty Boys | Madonna | Seiko Films |
| 1990 | Inosente | Rosa | Double M Films |
| 1990 | Si Prinsipe Abante at ang Lihim ng Ibong Adarna | Amazon Queen | Regal Films |
| 1990 | Claudia | Orang | Good Harvest Productions |
| 1991 | Umiyak Pati Langit | Pilar | Pacwood Films |
| 1991 | Humanap Ka ng Panget: The Movie | Mrs. Arellano | VIVA Films |
| 1991 | Pretty Boy Hoodlum | Senyang | Regal Films |
| 1991 | Barbi for President | Lily San Pedro | Filmstar Productions |
| 1991 | Pido Dida 2 (Kasal Na) | Shirley | Regal Films |
| 1992 | Alabang Girls | Sister Mary | VIVA Films |
| 1992 | Pacifico Guevarra: Dillinger ng Dos Pares | Denang | VIVA Films |
| 1992 | Akin ang Pangarap Mo | Diding | VIVA Films |
| 1992 | Daddy Goons | Doña Madonna | Regal Films |
| 1992 | Grease Gun Gang | Mrs. Lee | VIVA Films |
| 1992 | Working Students | Mrs. Batubalani | Regal Films |
| 1993 | Kapag Iginuhit ang Hatol ng Puso | Recruiter | VIVA Films |
| 1993 | Pido Dida 3: May Kambal Na | Shirley | Regal Films |
| 1993 | Dodong Armado | Nora | VIVA Films |
| 1993 | Isa Lang ang Buhay Mo, Sgt. Bobby Aguilar! | Tita Caring | First Films |
| 1993 | Task Force Habagat | Mrs. Mendez | J & R Films |
| 1994 | Chick Boys | Mrs. Sipag | OctoArts Films |
| 1994 | Forever | Mrs. Tagle | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | The Secrets of Sarah Jane: Sana'y Mapatawad Mo! | Loretta | Regal Films |
| 1994 | Marami Ka Pang Kakaining Bigas | Lagring | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Epimaco Velasco: NBI | Mother of 2yr. Old Girl | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Lucas Abelardo | Governor's Wife | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Brat Pack: Mga Pambayad Atraso | Mrs. Fernandez | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Col. Billy Bibit, RAM | Mother of Bibit | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Kalabog en Bosyo | Doña Patutsang | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Sa Isang Sulok ng Mga Pangarap | Mayet | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Talahib at Rosas | Abba's mother | VIVA Films |
| 1994 | Tatlong Anak, Isang Ama | Jack's mother | Diamond Jade Films |
| 1995 | Urban Rangers | Jim's mother | VIVA Films |
| 1995 | Paano ang Kahapon Kung Wala Na ang Ngayon? | Adela | 2001 Cinema Arts Inc. |
| 1995 | Barkadang Walang Atrasan | Mother of Alvin | OctoArts Films |
| 1995 | Kapitan Tumba: The Captain Jose Huevos Story | Sabrina | VIVA Films |
| 1995 | Manalo, Matalo, Mahal Kita! | Mangkukulam / Manghuhula | Neo Films |
| 1995 | Ang Syota Kong Balikbayan | Delia | Viva Films |
| 1995 | Epifanio Ang Bilas Ko: NB-Eye | Madonna | Viva Films |
| 1995 | Victim No. 1: Delia Maga (Jesus, Pray for Us!) – A Massacre in Singapore | Mrs. Sy | Regal Films Golden Lions Films |
| 1995 | Pustahan Tayo! Mahal Mo Ako! | Mrs. Dolor | Regal Films |
| 1995 | Sabado Nights | Shiela's mom | Neo Films |
| 1996 | Tubusin Mo ng Bala ang Puso Ko | The Manghuhula | OctoArts Films |
| 1996 | Bayarang Puso | Inday Malabanan | Regal Films |
| 1996 | Kailanman | Meding | Regal Films |
| 1996 | April Boys: Sana Ay Mahalin Mo Rin Ako | Mrs. Irlandez | VIVA Films |
| 1997 | Paano Ang Puso Ko? | Cita | Star Cinema |
| 1997 | Nasaan ang Puso? | Tia Ines | MAQ Productions |
| 1997 | Ang Pulubi at ang Prinsesa | Tita Bella | Star Cinema |
| 1997 | Habang Nasasaktan, Lalong Tumatapang | Emil's mother | VIVA Films |
| 1997 | Kaliwa't Kanan, Sakit ng Katawan | Maggie | Scorpio Films |
| 1997 | Kool Ka Lang | Chuchi | VIVA Films |
| 1997 | Matinik Na Bading, Mga Syokeng Buking | Mommy Claire | Neo Films |
| 1997 | Pag-ibig Ko Sa'Yo'y Totoo | Mother of Beth | VIVA Films |
| 1998 | Nagbibinata | Lilian Arandia | Star Cinema |
| 1998 | Hiling | Margarita | Star Cinema |
| 1998 | Honey, Nasa Langit Na Ba Ako? | Mrs. dela Paz | Neo Films |
| 1999 | Mister Mo, Lover Ko | Dra. Dumalaga | Crown Seven Ventures |
| 1999 | Maldita | Marita | Jowell Films |
| 2000 | Spirit Warriors | Ms. Arriola | Regal Films |
| 2001 | Tusong Twosome | Doña Mercedes | VIVA Films |
| 2001 | Weyt a Minit, Kapeng Mainit! | Madam Amparing | VIVA Films |
| 2002 | Hari ng Selda: Anak ni Baby Ama 2 | Ladyguard | VIVA Films |
| 2002 | Markova: Comfort Gay | Markova's Mother | RVQ Productions |
| 2002 | Hanggang Kailan Ako Papatay Para Mabuhay? | Rosario | Sunlight Films |
| 2002 | Singsing ni Lola | Cellmate | Regal Films |
| 2003 | Xerex | Lyla | Regal Films |
| 2003 | Small Voices | Mrs. Pantalan | Warner Bros. Film |
| 2003 | Liberated | Auntie Evita | Seiko Films |
| 2004 | Otso-Otso Pamela-Mela-Wan | Mrs. Cabangon | Star Cinema |
| 2004 | Check-Inn | Aling Dely | ATB-4 Films |
| 2004 | Pa-siyam | Mila | Regal Films |
| 2004 | Liberated 2 | Auntie Evita | Seiko Films |
| 2008 | Dobol Trobol: Lets Get Redi 2 Rambol! | Dexter | APT Entertainment |
| 2011 | Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak! | Ester | Star Cinema |
| 2011 | Shake, Rattle & Roll 13 | Mrs. Reyes | Regal Films |
| 2015 | Etiquette for Mistresses | Alicia | Star Cinema |
| 2015 | Felix Manalo | Tiya Isabel | VIVA Films |
| 2019 | Man and Wife | Tuding | Cineko Productions |
| 2021 | Katips | Sister Claire | Philstagers Film |
| 2022 | Eyes on Fire | Carmelita | Viva Films |

### Television series

| Year | Title | Role(s) | Network |
| 1987 | Maricel Regal Drama Special | Carol Silva | ABS-CBN |
| 1996 | Tierra Sangre | Margarita Sangre | RPN |
| 1998 | Halik sa Apoy | Cora | GMA Network |
| 1999 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Forceps | Guest | ABS-CBN |
| 1999–2001 | Marinella | Belinda | ABS-CBN |
| 2002 | Sana ay Ikaw na Nga | Rebecca | GMA Network |
| 2004 | Love to Love: Pretty Boy | Recurring Role | GMA Network |
| 2004 | Spirits | Miss V | ABS-CBN |
| 2006 | Mars Ravelo's Captain Barbell | Guest | GMA Network |
| 2007 | Dalawang Tisoy | Mimi | RPN |
| 2007 | Princess Charming | Loreta | GMA Network |
| 2007 | Rounin | Guest | ABS-CBN |
| 2007 | Margarita | Magda | ABS-CBN |
| 2007 | Impostora | Dorina | GMA Network |
| 2007 | Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan | Selma | GMA Network |
| 2008 | Komiks Presents: Varga | Perla | ABS-CBN |
| 2008 | Sine Novela: Maging Akin Ka Lamang | Aida Abrigo | GMA Network |
| 2008 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Larawan | Caring | ABS-CBN |
| 2008 | Obra | Various | GMA Network |
| 2009 | Sine Novela: Ngayon at Kailanman | Inya Benitez | GMA Network |
| 2009 | Precious Hearts Romances Presents: The Bud Brothers Series | Mrs. Labrador | ABS-CBN |
| 2010 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Larawan | Jesusa | ABS-CBN |
| 2010 | Sine Novela: Trudis Liit | Carmen "Menang" Cristobal | GMA Network |
| 2010 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Seaweeds | Ceding | ABS-CBN |
| 2010 | Diva | Guest | GMA Network |
| 2010 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Bracelet | Evelyn Chen | ABS-CBN |
| 2011 | Spooky Nights | | GMA Network |
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Medalyon | Francisca | ABS-CBN |
| 2011 | Nita Negrita | Segunda | GMA Network |
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Tulay | Guest | ABS-CBN |
| 2011 | Sinner or Saint | Yvette | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Singsing | Guest | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Luna Blanca | Eloisa | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Sana ay Ikaw na Nga | Sofia | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kwintas | Guest | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Wansapanataym: Hannah Panahon | Guest | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Wansapanataym: Kuryentina | Aning | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Biritera | Celeste | GMA Network |
| 2012 | My Beloved | Old Dessa | GMA Network |
| 2013 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Drawing | Pacing | ABS-CBN |
| 2013 | My Husband's Lover | Luz | GMA Network |
| 2013 | Villa Quintana | Pilar Digos | GMA Network |
| 2014 | Hiram na Alaala | Yolanda "Ola" Dizon | GMA Network |
| 2015 | Pari 'Koy | Salome Marasigan | GMA Network |
| 2015 | Little Nanay | Flor | GMA Network |
| 2016 | Hanggang Makita Kang Muli | Yolanda | GMA Network |
| 2016 | Sa Piling ni Nanay | Almeda "Meding" Alfonse | GMA Network |
| 2017 | Trops | Armida Santiago | GMA Network |
| 2017 | Mulawin vs. Ravena | Elena | GMA Network |
| 2018–2019 | Playhouse | Rebecca "Becca" Ilaban | ABS-CBN |
| 2019 | Alex and Amie | Principal Carmela "Mel" Ronquillo-Diaz | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Dragon Lady | Rebecca Chan | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Beautiful Justice | Lorna Chua | GMA Network |
| 2019–2020 | The Gift | Diding | GMA Network |
| 2021 | Kung Pwede Lang | Aling Baby | Vivamax |
| 2021 | Niña Niño | Lola Juanita | TV5 |
| 2022–2024 | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Susana "Susan" Burgos | GMA Network |

### Television anthologies

| Year | Title | Role(s) | Network |
| 2017 | Tadhana: Ang Batang Refugee | Luding | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Dear Uge: Bagong Bahay, Bagong Away | Lenlen | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Tadhana: Ang Disgrasyada | Nanay Beth | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Magpakailanman: Ang Kamao ng Beking Boksingero (The Yohan Golez Story) | Selya | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Dear Uge: I Hate You, I Love You | Rowena Bugayon | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Tadhana: Panganay | Esper | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Imbestigador: Traysikel | Rowena Dizon | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Tadhana: Lindol | Su Wei | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Dear Uge: Senior's Love Affair | Joy | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Magpakailanman: Lotto Winner, Naging Loser | Nanay Mimang | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Tadhana: Yaya CEO | Dolor | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Imbestigador: Katiwala | Emy Marin | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Alkansya | Estrella | ABS-CBN |
| 2019 | Imbestigador: Mag-inang Cybersex | Almira | GMA Network |
| 2020 | Magpakailanman: Ang Kabit na Walang Mukha | Rhea | GMA Network |
| 2022 | Tadhana: Heredera | Nita | GMA Network |
| 2022 | Imbestigador: Bata sa Kanal | Edwina Garcia | GMA Network |

## Awards and nominations

| Year | Work | Award | Category | Result |
| 1978 | Inay | Best Supporting Actress | FAMAS Awards | Nominated |
| 1982 | Moral | Best Supporting Actress | Gawad Urian Awards | Nominated |
| 2002 | Mga Munting Tinig | Best Supporting Actress | Gawad Urian Awards | Nominated |
| 2017 | Malinka Ya Labi | Best Performance (shared with her castmates) | Young Critics Circle | Nominated |
| 2017 | Paki | Best Actress | Cinema One Originals Film Festival | Nominated |
| 2018 | Paki | Best Actress | Luna Awards | Nominated |
| 2018 | Paki | Best Actress | FAMAS Awards | Nominated |
| 2018 | Paki | Best Actress | Gawad Urian Awards | Nominated |
| 2018 | — | Presidential Jury Award for Acting Excellence | Gawad Tanglaw Awards | Won |
| 2021 | Memories of Forgetting | Best Supporting Actress | FAMAS Awards | Won |
| 2021 | Memories of Forgetting | Best Supporting Actress | Gawad Tanglaw Awards | Won |
| 2021 | Memories of Forgetting | Best Supporting Actress | Gawad Urian Awards | Won |
| 2022 | Memories of Forgetting | Best Supporting Actress | Filipino Arts & Cinema International Film Festival | Won |
| 2023 | Memories of Forgetting | Best Supporting Actress | Star Awards for Movies | Nominated |