Damson Idris has made a meteoric rise from South East London’s hustling streets to becoming one of Hollywood’s most bankable actors. Born Adamson Alade‑Bo Idris in Peckham, the British actor’s entertainment resume keeps getting better. With nearly 20 acting credits to his name at just 33 years old, his life story flows with authenticity, resilience and a windfall of swagger. So, who is Damson Idris ? Some may know him best from his six seasons on the FX drama series Snowfall where he played the lead role. These days, you can catch Idris in the upcoming action-packed film F1: The Movie , alongside Academy Award-winning superstar Brad Pitt. The actor has come a long way from his early days in South East London While he’s living the lavish celebrity life now, the actor’s childhood was anything but glamorous. His family home was small and tight. Damson has described it as “dirt poor,” with roaches, stained carpets and a mattress picked off the curb, according to the London Standard ....