Damson Idris

**Damson Idris** (born Adamson Alade-Bo Idris on September 2, 1991, in London, England, U.K.) is a British actor and film producer of Nigerian heritage, recognized internationally for his compelling dramatic roles. He is considered one of the most prominent young actors working across British and American film and television today. **Early Life and Education** Idris was born and raised in Peckham, South East London, into a family of Nigerian descent. He is the youngest of six children. His early passion was football, and he aspired to pursue a career in the sport, nearly securing a scholarship to play in the United States. However, after sustaining an injury, he shifted his focus toward acting. Idris pursued higher education at Brunel University London, where he completed a BA Honours degree in Theatre, Film & Television Studies. He later received an Alumni Award for Outstanding Contribution to Culture and Creativity from the university in 2024. One of his elder sisters works as his PR agent. **Career Progression and Notable Works** Idris began his professional acting career in 2012, primarily working in theatre before transitioning to screen roles. His early career included various British stage productions, as well as minor roles in TV series like *Miracle Workers*. His breakout role came in 2017 when he was cast as Franklin Saint, the ambitious, young drug dealer protagonist, in the American crime drama series *Snowfall*, created by John Singleton. The show, which details the start of the crack cocaine epidemic in Los Angeles in the 1980s, ran for six critically acclaimed seasons until 2023 and cemented Idris’s status as a leading actor in Hollywood. Beyond television, Idris has starred in several notable films. His filmography includes the 2018 thriller *The Commuter*, alongside Liam Neeson, and the sci-fi action film *Outside the Wire* (2021), where he played Lieutenant Thomas Harp. He also received praise for his performance as an immigration officer in the 2019 film *Farming*, which was based on the life of Nigerian-British actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, and earned him the Best Actor award in a British Film at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. **Major Achievements and Current Status** Idris's portrayal in *Snowfall* is widely regarded as his career-defining achievement, earning him critical praise for his nuanced and intense performance over six years. Following the conclusion of *Snowfall*, he has continued to take on high-profile projects. In 2024, he starred in the Amazon Prime Video action film *Role Play* opposite Kaley Cuoco. As of his current status, Idris is actively engaged in film and television production, holding a position as an Actor and producer. He maintains a strong social media presence, often connecting with his fanbase in the UK and USA.