If you follow our channel, you know we stirred the pot when we suggested that Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey were in a PR relationship. We got a lot of heat for that, but we stand by what we said in that video (linked in the description box). Now, Lori is back in the spotlight with another suspicious relationship, this time with British actor and “Snowfall” star Damson Idris. Our BS detector is going off again, and we’re sensing something fishy about this new pairing.
To understand why we’re calling out this romance, let’s look at some juicy details about Damson’s past relationships.
Damson’s Ex
When Damson was 18, he started a new relationship. In an interview with The Breakfast Club, he shared that it lasted 10 years, ending around 2019. He spoke highly of his ex, calling her an amazing woman and saying they’re still very close and talk every single day: “She is very much still in my life. We talk like every single day. Yep, every single day.”
We get it, some people manage to stay friendly after a breakup. But in Damson’s case, there’s a big red flag: he refuses to cut ties with his ex. He told The Breakfast Club that she’ll always be a part of his life, and any woman he dates will have to accept that. How many of you would be okay with this? Let us know in the comments below.
If his ex is so amazing and they’re still close, why don’t they get back together? Damson hinted at the possibility during a 2022 interview, saying, “Who knows, man? Who knows what could happen in the future.” We’re not ones to gossip, but it seems likely his ex is Narissa Edwards.
Damson’s Girlfriends
Narissa Edwards, a brand marketing and PR communications executive from London, has quite a history with Damson. Photos of them on the red carpet at the “Snowfall” Season 2 premiere in 2018 show them looking very much like a couple. Given that his 10-year relationship ended in 2019 and he was seen kissing her in 2018, it’s safe to say she’s the ex in question.
After their breakup, Damson was seen with “Love Island” star Montana Brown in 2020, but that didn’t last. In August 2021, real estate records showed Damson bought a $3.8 million home in Studio City, California. The house, with nearly 5,000 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, and 4.5 bathrooms, is perfect for starting a family. Although he once wanted six kids, he told GQ Magazine he’s not ready for family life yet. He admitted, “Do you want to go to that Oscar party, or do you want to stay at home and watch this movie with your wife and kid? I want to go to the Oscar party.”
As one of the industry’s most eligible bachelors, Damson has been spotted with various women. However, when he celebrated his 30th birthday in September 2021, it was Narissa who was by his side.
The Intriguing Romantic Entanglements of Damson, Saweetie, Lori, and Michael B. Jordan
At the beginning of 2022, Damson was seen with a new woman named Christina Santini. Although Christina’s profession remains unclear, her Instagram links to an OnlyFans account and a YouTube channel that hasn’t been updated in a year. Christina accompanied Damson to the Pan-African Film and Arts Festival in April 2022, but their relationship soon fizzled out. Later, Damson posted a video of Saweetie playing the piano for him, sparking dating rumors. Even Damson’s ex-girlfriend was curious about the situation and asked him for clarification.
Damson and Saweetie
Damson explained that he and Saweetie had lunch and discussed collaborating on a project. During their conversation, Saweetie, knowing Damson’s love for CB2 furniture, asked for his advice on decorating her new place. While at her home, he discovered her piano skills and asked her to play while he recorded it. On The Breakfast Club, Damson insisted that they were just friends. Interestingly, neither follows the other on Instagram, although Damson might use a private account for his close connections.
While Damson navigated his dating life, Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan were still trying to convince the public of their relationship.
Lori and Michael
Their relationship often felt cringe-worthy, especially with their cheesy pet names, “Turtle” and “Nugget.” In a January 2022 interview with VI Magazine, Lori expressed her desire to get married and have a baby within the next five years. However, by June 2022, they had broken up. Sources cited their 10-year age gap as a reason—35-year-old Michael was ready to settle down, but 25-year-old Lori wasn’t. She realized they weren’t aligned in their future plans.
Reflecting on her past relationships, Lori told Tiana Taylor in Bumble’s “Love to See It” series that she wouldn’t compromise her peace and happiness for anyone. She intended to take more control of her romantic life moving forward.
In December 2022, Lori was spotted on a dinner date with Damson. That same month, she told Essence Magazine she was proud to be single, focusing on self-love and self-care. However, in a January 12, 2023 interview with E! News, Lori described herself as single. The very next day, Damson posted a photo of them together, making their relationship Instagram official. Body language experts noted that while Damson seemed completely into her, Lori’s stiff posture suggested otherwise. Damson also revealed her new nickname, “Nunu.”
Just one day after Lori’s interview claiming she was single, Damson confirmed their relationship. Did they become official right after the interview? How did Lori transition so quickly from embracing single life and self-care to a new relationship? The saga continues.
Damson celebrated Lori’s 26th birthday with her and other celebrities, and Lori posted some adorable photos of them together on Instagram. They look cute together, but where’s the chemistry? Could this be just a PR stunt, like we discussed in our previous video about Lori and Michael? It’s possible. In that video, we talked about how some publicists encourage their celebrity clients to date other celebrities to boost their careers. So, what do Lori and Damson have to gain from this?
“Snowfall” is ending in 2023, and Damson’s only upcoming project is a biopic about NBA agent Rich Paul. As for Lori, besides her skincare line, we’re not sure what she has going on. Damson has hinted in interviews that he might still be hung up on his ex, but maybe she doesn’t have the star power to fit his new celebrity image. That’s where Lori comes in. A high-profile relationship might be just what these two need to keep advancing their careers. When you don’t have a new project to discuss, talking about your new relationship is a surefire way to stay in the headlines.