Maria Doran

Age: 17

Education: Studying for A Levels in Business Studies, Drama and Politics

Lives: Belfast, Northern Ireland

Bubbly Northern Irish candidate Maria earns an income working in her father’s hotel and selling designer goods on the internet. She has a passion for the theatre and music, and teaches herself piano accompaniments to popular songs. When she is not brainstorming ideas for new TV shows she is reading the latest political news, doing charity work, or shopping. She is inspired by the brand TOMS and believes that her future is unlimited.

She says: “It would be the biggest mistake you could make to underestimate me. I’m 5’1” and look like a little angel but believe me I have the heart of a lioness and will take apart anybody that tries to mess with me.”

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