Who is Jane Marshall-Doherty?
Jane Marshall-Doherty is a female reality TV personality from Melbourne, VIC, known best for being a housemate on Big Brother Australia 16. She is the oldest Big Brother contestant in Australian history.
Here is a brief biography of Jane Marshall-Doherty, which covers her nationality, marital status, parents, and career. It also includes key details like her height, weight, ethnicity, education, zodiac sign, and social media profiles.
Jane Marshall-Doherty Age, Birthday
How old is she? Born in 1958 in Melbourne, VIC, Jane is 67 years old as of 2025. She cuts her birthday cake every year; however, the exact month and date are unavailable.
Personal Summary Information
| Real Name | Jane Marshall-Doherty |
| Gender | Female |
| Date of Birth | 1958 |
| Age | 67 Years Old as of 2025 |
| Hometown | Melbourne, VIC |
| Residence | Melbourne, VIC |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Partner | Yet to be updated |
| Reality Show Appearances | Season 16 of Big Brother Australia |
| Known For | Competing on Big Brother Australia |
| Occupation | Retired |
| Social Media | Instagram under IGHandle: None |
Early Life and Education
Jane grew up in Melbourne, VIC, with her unknown parents. Growing up, she spent most of her childhood helping her parents with daily chores. Marshall-Doherty graduated from Huntingdale High School at the age of 16. From there, she joined Swinburne University of Technology.
Jane Marshall-Doherty Husband and Children
In her introductory package, Jane describes herself as a single mother who has two sons and four grandsons, and she said she isn’t your typical grandma. However, details on whether she was married are currently unavailable as she has chosen to keep her love life private.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Partner | Yet to be updated |
| Children/no. kids | Two sons and Four grandsons |
What does Jane Marshall-Doherty do to earn a living?
She is a retiree who is currently a full-time self-employed. She became boss of herself as of June 2025. Previously, she was at Frankston City Council, where she served from June 2012 to January 2025 as a Team Leader, Compliance and Business Support. She also worked as a Residents Committee Member at Sandhurst Club from Mar 2014 – Jan 2025. Before that, Jane was working as a Team Leader at the Victorian Government Solicitor’s Office. From November 1986 to August 2010, Jane served as State Practice Administrator, Employee Relations at Freehills.
Jane Marshall-Doherty Big Brother Australia 16
Jane made a striking entrance as the 13th contestant in the Big Brother house, quickly establishing herself as a memorable character. Proudly supporting Trump, her political views have sparked disappointment among some fans of the show who had already cast their votes for her. As a single mother of two sons and a grandmother to four grandsons, Jane claims she defies the typical grandma stereotype. With her suitcase brimming with sparkles and bold colors, she embraces her identity as a straightforward individual who speaks her mind.
All you need to know about season 16 of Big Brother Australia
Big Brother Australia 16, also known as Big Brother Australia 2025, is the sixteenth season of the reality television show Big Brother. This season marks the show’s return to its original network, Channel 10, after it ceased airing following the eighth season in 2008. Mel Tracina hosts the show, and Mike Goldman returns as the narrator. The production moves back to Dreamworld, the original filming location, for the first time since the eleventh season in 2014. The season began on November 9, 2025, and is scheduled to end sometime in December 2025, making it the shortest season on Channel 10 so far.
Key Details
- Premiere Date: November 9, 2025
- Concluding date: December 2025
- Host: Mel Tracina
- Number of contestants: 13
- Channel: 10
- Season: 16
Who are the contestants
- Edward Doak
- Abiola Oreyomi
- Emily Dale
- Colin Ridley
- Mia Wijewardene
- Michael Downs
- Vincent “Vinnie” Brigante
- Holly Young
- Allana Jackson
- Bruce Dunne
- Coco Beeby
- Conor Maysey
Prize money
This season, the prize money starts at $100,000. However, contestants can earn more prize money by participating in different activities.
Jane Marshall-Doherty Height
Marshall-Doherty’s approximate height is 5 feet 6 inches, equivalent to 1.68 meters.
Jane Marshall-Doherty Net Worth
There is no public information available regarding Jane’s net worth, but it is estimated to be more than $ 1 million as of 2025. However, her primary source of income is her career as a Team Leader, Compliance and Business Support.
Social Media
Jane doesn’t appear to have a public Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, or Snapchat account.