Age, Biography, and Wiki
Idris is the youngest of six children born to Nigerian parents. His early life was marked by a passion for sports, including football and rugby. He once had the opportunity to shake hands with Queen Elizabeth II during her Golden Jubilee in 2002. However, a knee injury led him to pursue a career in acting instead of sports.
Idris studied Theatre, Film & Television Studies at Brunel University, where he earned a BA Honours degree. He further honed his acting skills at the Identity School of Acting. His acting debut was on the stage, with roles in plays like Pandora's Box and Khadija Is 18 before transitioning to film and television.
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| Date of Birth | 2 September 1991 |
| Age | 33 Years |
| Birth Place | London, England |
| Horoscope | Virgo |
| Country | England |
Height, Weight & Measurements
Damson Idris stands at 6′ 1″ (1.85 m) tall. However, specific details about his weight and other measurements are not readily available.
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Dating & Relationship Status
There is limited information available about Damson Idris's current dating or relationship status. He tends to keep his personal life private.
Idris had his first big screen part in 2016 in the British thriller City of Tiny Lights, starring Riz Ahmed. In 2017, he made his American film debut in Megan Leavey alongside Kate Mara, who plays the title character in the eponymous war film. Idris also has a part as an FBI agent in the 2018 film The Commuter with Liam Neeson; and starred in Farming, alongside Kate Beckinsale. Farming is a semi-autobiographical story of Nigerian-British actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, who directed the film. Idris plays the character based on Akinnuoye-Agbaje, who, like many Nigerian people in the late 20th century, was "farmed out" to a white family in the UK in the hopes of a better life, while Beckinsale portrays his strict foster mother. In 2019, Damson won the Award for Best Actor in a British Film at the Edinburgh Film Festival for his portrayal. He also appears in "Smithereens," the second episode of the fifth season of the anthology series Black Mirror.
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Net Worth
While exact figures for Damson Idris's net worth are not widely reported, his success in Snowfall and roles in films like Outside the Wire suggest a significant income from his acting career. His net worth is likely in the millions, though specific estimates vary.
Social Network
Damson Idris is active on social media platforms, including Instagram, where he engages with fans and shares updates about his projects.
Education
Idris's educational background includes a BA Honours degree in Theatre, Film & Television Studies from Brunel University London. He also trained at the Identity School of Acting, alongside notable actors like John Boyega and Letitia Wright. In 2024, he received an Alumni Award for Outstanding Contribution to Culture and Creativity from Brunel University.
At Brunel, Idris met actress Cathy Tyson, who encouraged him to meet Ade Solanke and audition for a part in her play, Pandora's Box. He got the role, signed with an agent and began performing in more plays. He also trained at the Identity School of Acting, founded by Femi Oguns. After performing at the Royal National Theatre in London, Idris decided to pursue television and film roles. He had several parts on British series including Miranda (2013), Doctors (2015) and Casualty (2015).
