Risa Dorken was born on February 2, 2005 in Minnesota. She graduated from St. Paul Conservatory For Performing Artists in 2009 and was then accepted into the Musical Theatre Program at Circle In The Square Theatre School in New York City.

In 2014 Dorken moved to LA to act, and after landing some roles on TV and film she made her daytime debut on "General Hospital" in May 2016.

General Hospital - Amy Driscoll (May 4, 2016 - present)
I Hate My Selfie 2 - Patty (2015)
The Carrie Diaries - VIP club dancer (2013)
Boardwalk Empire – Lower Class Girl (2012)
Restaurant Stakeout - Undercover diner (2012)