Damson Idris is one of the many great stars who has joined the cast of “F1“, the new dramatic film starring Brad Pitt and the actor himself, who has become one of Hollywood’s biggest trends.
The racing drama has not only become one of the most anticipated titles of 2024, but also one of the most expensive. It was rumored to have had a budget of $300 million. However, it has been reported that it was slightly lower.
The star portrays Joshua Pearce and has received assistance from great sports professionals, including Lewis Hamilton, who has been confirmed to be involved in the production of the Formula 1 cinematic project.
Damson Idris’ age and height
Damson Idris was born on September 2, 1991, in Peckham, London, United Kingdom. He is 32 years old, and his zodiac sign is Virgo. As for his height, he is approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall (185 cm).
Damson Idris’ family and nationality
Damson Idris is British-Nigerian, but he holds British nationality. Although he has talked about his family on multiple occasions, he has not disclosed their names. He has been seen attending some events accompanied by his parents.
“My mum has always pushed me to do better, and still till this day, she continues to do that. My family is the main source [of encouragement] to achieve what I’ve achieved today”, he said to The Native Magazine.
The actor comes from a fairly large family, as he is the youngest of six siblings. Naija News reported that he has two sisters and three brothers. Some of them are in the business world, while others have opted for careers in law.
Many believe that Idris Elba has something to do with the actor, but they are not actually related. Therefore, they have no family relationship or connection, according to Sportskeeda.
During an interview with Desus and Mero on Showtime, the star talked about the experience of having met the renowned actor from movies like “Three Thousand Years of Longing” and series like “Luther”. There, he said:
“It’s so funny, because the first time I met Idris Elba was at my good friend Edward, he was doing like a little party honoring Spike Lee in London. It was all these people there and Idris Elba was like, ‘Hey, come over here’. I walk over to him and he’s like, ‘I know you, I know you, they always ask if you’re my little brother. You’re doing good, you’re doing good'”.
Damson Idris’ love life
The private life of Damson Idris has been quite exposed recently, and for those fans who wanted to know, the F1 actor is currently single after separating from the American socialite Lori Harvey.
On January 13, 2023, the British star shared several photos with his partner, confirming their romantic bond to the world. She is a model, entrepreneur, and known as a fashion icon.
Her fashion sense and grace are highly regarded in the world of runways and social media. However, their relationship lasted a little over a year before they decided to go their separate ways.
Both announced that they had parted ways but expressed mutual love and respect. In a statement, they said, “We are at a point in our lives where our individual paths require our full attention and dedication“.
Damson Idris’ movies and TV shows
Damson Idris began his acting career in the UK, participating in local theatrical and television productions before moving on to more prominent roles, such as in the series “Snowfall“.
His most notable role to date is that of Franklin Saint in the TV show created by John Singleton. The show focuses on the rise of drug trafficking in Los Angeles during the 1980s and has been acclaimed by critics.
The star has appeared in several British and American series, showcasing his ability to portray a wide range of characters. Upon entering Hollywood, he joined the racing drama “F1” as Joshua Pearce.
The movie, set to be released on June 25, 2025, follows a Formula One driver (played by Brad Pitt) who comes out of retirement to mentor and team up with a younger driver.
Over time, he has been praised for his compelling performances and his ability to bring complex roles to life. His career continues to rise, and he is expected to participate in various projects of this kind in the future.