The love lives of Celebrity Big Brother contestants are always a topic of interest to fans. And now, as the show returns for its third season, the story between Todd Bridges and his ex-wife Dori Bridges has resurfaced on the internet.
So we bring you the Dori Bridges biography, telling the story from this ex-wife’s perspective.
Meet Todd Bridges’ Ex-Wife, Dori Bridges
Dori Bridges married Diff’rent Strokes actor Todd Bridges in 1998 and the couple had a happy 14 years together until 2012. According to the couple, they gradually drifted apart over the years and their relationship became irreparable.
“After 14 years of marriage, the Bridges have decided that it is in the best interests of their future together to separate,” a representative shared.
But while the couple have gone their separate ways, Dori and Todd have said they are “mutually committed to their son’s well-being.”
Furthermore, after the split, Todd took to Twitter to praise his ex-wife, “Life is full of changes. She was an amazing mother… I’m so glad I got to know her for so many years and have a wonderful child with her because we all know, people grow apart and so did we,” he wrote.
As for their son, the couple welcomed a son named Spencir the same year they got married.
Spencir, who is also a professional actor, will turn 23 on July 15, 2021. He graduated from Woodbury University with a degree in Art and Design and has acted in many films and television shows such as The Three Gifts (2009), iCarly (2009), The Starter Wife (2008), Daddy Day Camp (2007), ER (2005) and many more.
Did you know: Spencir contracted COVID when the world first learned of the deadly virus in 2020. Fortunately, the actor recovered with only mild symptoms.
Where is Todd Bridges’ ex-wife Dori Bridges now?
Todd Bridges’ ex-wife Dori Bridges is now (as of 2022) happily married to a man named Gene Watson. The two got married on November 24, 2018, after knowing each other for over 2 decades.
To celebrate their 3rd wedding anniversary, Dori posted on her FB in November 2021: “Happy 3rd wedding anniversary, my love!”
Overall, she seems proud of her “sexy man.” No wonder he’s so prominent on her social media.
Furthermore, this is even Dori’s FB profile picture, as far as we checked.
Interesting Facts: Gene received birthday wishes on September 20.
Dori Bridges’s age
Dori Bridges was born on July 7, 1975. That means she is 46 years old in 2022. She is 10 years younger than her ex-husband Todd Bridges, who was born on May 27, 1965.
True to her birthday, Dori falls under the zodiac sign of Cancer.
Fun Fact: On Dori’s birthday in 2017, her husband Gene cooked her the same wonderful meal he had cooked for her over 25 years before.
Dori Bridges’ work
Dori Bridges is a special education assistant who has worked in LAUSD and Cherokee School District. She reportedly joined Cherokee in December 2017 and was hired there starting in 2022.
In addition to her role as an educator, Dori is also an actress who has appeared in films and videos such as Foster Babies (2007), Big Ball’n (2007), Black Ball (2003), After Diff’rent Strokes: When the Laughter Stopped (2000), and Building Bridges (2000).
Regarding her education, Dori graduated from Trion High School in 1993 and went on to study English at Jacksonville State University for one year. She then joined Kennesaw State University in February 2017 to study psychology.
What is Dori Bridges net worth?
Dori achieved a net worth of under $500k in 2022.
What was Dori Bridges’ maiden name?
Dori’s maiden name was “Smith”.
Related FAQs
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Where did Dori Bridge come from?
Dori is from Dalton, Georgia.
She moved back in with her ex-husband Todd Bridges in San Francisco, California.
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How high is Dori Bridge?
She is about 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) tall but is slightly shorter than Tod who is 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm).
Talking about her distinctive features, Dori has an oblong face, black hair and brown eyes.
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Is Dori Bridges on Instagram?
Yes, as of January 2022, Dori Bridges has an Instagram account @doribridges with 364 followers.
Also, here is her Facebook @dori.bridges.
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What did Dori Bridges reveal about her family?
Dori is very open about her family on social media. But among all of it, Dori often prays for her mother, Jan Lenderman Ledbetter.
Back in January 2018, when her grandmother was unwell, Dori wrote on her FB, “Please pray for my mom, Jan Lenderman Ledbetter. Mom, thank you for taking care of Nanny. I love you and appreciate your dedication. You are my hero.”
Her mother, Jan, graduated from Chattooga High School and retired from Hays State Prison.
Regarding siblings, Dori has an older sister named Brandy Smith and an older brother named Casey Smith @caseymatthewsmith.
Her sister, Brandy is a BSDH registered Dental Hygienist working at Aspen Dental. As of 2022, she lives in Rome, Georgia with her husband and two children.