Dorit Kemsley, born Dorit Lemel on July 14, 1976 in Woodbridge, Connecticut, is an American fashion designer and television personality.
She rose to fame as a cast member on the reality television show The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
In addition to her television career, she is also the founder of the swimwear brand Beverly Beach by Dorit, which has received widespread acclaim in the fashion industry.
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- Full name: Dorit Kemsley
- Other Name: Dorit Kemsley
- Date of birth: July 14, 1976
- Age: 47 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Woodbridge, Connecticut, United States
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Fashion designer, TV presenter
- Height: 1.53m
- Parents: Shalom Lemel (father), Rachel (mother)
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: Paul Kemsley (married 2015)
- Children: 2
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: $10 million
Early life and education
Dorit Kemsley, now 47, was born on July 14, 1976, in Woodbridge, Connecticut. She grew up in a Jewish family, with her father, Shalom Lemel, an Israeli, and her mother, Rachel, from Morocco.
Dorit attended Amity Regional High School in Woodbridge before pursuing higher education.
After graduating from Quinnipiac University with a degree in marketing, design and communications, she embarked on a journey to Europe.
She settled in Italy for a decade and gained valuable experience working for a global swimwear company.
Personal life
Dorit Kemsley is happily married to Paul Kemsley and they have two children, Jagger and Phoenix Kemsley.
The couple has a strong relationship and enjoys a fulfilling family life. They own a lavish 9,000-square-foot (840 m2) home in Encino, California, which they bought for $6.47 million.
However, their peace was shattered in October 2021 when Dorit and her two children were robbed at gunpoint by three burglars at their home in Encino.
Despite this terrifying ordeal, Dorit remained resilient and determined to get through it.
Career
Dorit Kemsley’s career in the fashion industry has been remarkable. She launched her own swimwear line, Beverly Beach, which quickly became a favorite among fashion enthusiasts.
She also ventured into the bridal collection market with the brand Nektaria. Her innovative designs and sophisticated fashion sense have received much praise and attention from critics and consumers alike.
Dorit got her breakthrough in the entertainment industry when she joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in 2016.
Since then, she has become an integral part of the show, appearing in a main role for six seasons. Her charming and confident personality has made her a fan favorite.
Net worth
With her successful television career and fashion business, Dorit Kemsley has amassed a net worth of approximately $10 million.
Her entrepreneurial spirit and talent contributed to her financial success.
Social media
- Instagram: @doritkemsley
- Twitter: @doritkemsley1
