"Diva Dorie", Doreen LYONS as she is known, from Streetly, Sutton Coldfield has had a long career as a singer from an early age which has seen her rub shoulders with many famous entertainers and appear on stage with big bands over many years.

Doreen has always had a heart of gold and continues to raise funds for local charity.

Doreen was very active in 1951 when she formed a club for the troops in KOREA.

The Korea Club provided parcels, magazines, books and even signed photographs of the most popular singers and film stars of the time, with the help of the Red cross and hospitals to boost morale of injured troops.

Many of those film stars and singers became involved in charity work and benefit concerts and were so moved by the efforts of Doreen that they sent her many gifts including autographed pictures which she still treasures today.

Over the years Doreen has slowed the pace down from singing and turned her hand to hand making a small number of exclusive dolls which have been collected by famous people like Dolly Parton and the 1st Lady, Laura Bush.

Doreens latest venture is to provide entertainment and raise money for good causes including Walsall Eyes, a charity which helps people with impaired vision or blindness.

Doreen still has the drive and ambition to entertain with a routine which includes songs by the daughter of Dean Martin, Deana Martin and provides her shows to local organisations like the Streetly Wood Ladies Club, although Doreen admits that her advanced years and experience has helped her choose to mime with a backing track and give a dynmic and energetic show. just like many of todays top singers !

Doreen has found she is in high demand for her shows both locally and even from America, so she has to be selective about which ones she can accept, but still maintains a young at heart outlook on life and is pleased to be able to share some fun and raise a little money for a good cause.

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