Damson Idris Biography
Damson Idris is a British-Nigerian actor and director best known for playing the main role of Franklin Saint in John Singleton’s crime drama Snowfall. He is also known for his roles in; Outside the Wire, City of Tiny Lights, Black Mirror, Casualty, and Swarm.
Damson Idris Age
Idris was born on September 2, 1991, in Peckham, London, United Kingdom. The actor is 31 years old as of 2022.
Damson Idris Height
Idris stands at an estimated height of 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters). He is of moderate weight and fit. His hair is black paired well with his brown eyes. Further details about his body measurements will be updated.
Damson Idris Parents
Idris was born and raised in Peckham, London, United Kingdom. He was born to Nigerian parents whose information he has yet to disclose. He was raised alongside his six siblings. His three brothers and two sisters have careers in law, business, and IT. Idris went to Brunel University London where he received his BA Honours degree in Theatre, Film, and Television Studies. He later joined the Identity School of Acting in London.
Damson Idris Lori Harvey
Idris is currently in a relationship with American model Lori Harvey. The two have been in a relationship for months now. Idris posted romantic photos of them together on his Instagram story making it known that the two are lovebirds. Lori also posted beautiful photos of them together on her Instagram account.
Damson Idris Chloe Bailey
Idris and Chloe Bailey both appeared in the American comedy horror thriller tv series Swarm. Idris plays the role of Khalid and Chloe plays the role of Marissa “Ris” Jackson, Andrea “Dre” Greene’s foster sister, and Khalid’s girlfriend. The two co-stars gained attention after their intimate scene in the series. Fans went for Chloe for this scene some criticizing her career decision. Some fans also stated that the scene was graphic and quite unnecessary.
Is Damson Idris Related to Idris Elba
No, Idris is not in any way related to Idris Elba. Both are great actors and successful in their careers. They even share the same name “Idris”.
Damson Idris Snowfall
Damson Idris is a British actor who is best known for his role as Franklin Saint in the crime drama series “Snowfall.” Idris began his career as an actor in 2013 with a minor role in an episode of the British television series “Doctors.” He later appeared in several other British TV shows, including “Casualty,” “The Twilight Zone,” and “Black Mirror.”
In 2017, Idris landed his breakthrough role as Franklin Saint in the FX crime drama series “Snowfall.” The show is set in the 1980s and tells the story of the crack epidemic in Los Angeles. Idris has received critical acclaim for his performance on the show, and he was nominated for a Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series in 2020.
Idris has also been featured in several films, including “The Commuter” (2018) and “Outside the Wire” (2021). He is set to star in the upcoming film “Farming,” which is based on his own life experiences growing up in London. In addition to acting, Idris is also a writer and director. He wrote and directed the short film “Family Wedding” in 2015 and the documentary “The Idea of America” in 2017.
Damson Idris Movies And TV Shows
- Megan Leavey
- The Commuter
- Astral
- Farming
- Outside The Wire
- Miranda
- Black Mirror
- Doctors
- Swarm
- The Twilight
- Snowfall
Damson Idris Net Worth
Idris’s net worth is estimated to be $2 million.
