Damson Idris and Lori Harvey have sent the rumour mill into overdrive after appearing together at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills. The former couple, who announced their split in November 2023, were seen in a seemingly affectionate moment, sparking fresh speculation that their romance has been rekindled.
A Public Appearance Fuels Speculation
In a video shared by People magazine on Instagram, the 34-year-old British actor and the 28-year-old model were captured walking closely together at the star-studded ceremony held at the Beverly Hilton. The clip shows Idris leaning his head down to speak to Harvey amidst the bustling crowd, their conversation appearing friendly and intimate before they moved out of view. While the video's caption claimed they were holding hands, the angle made it difficult to confirm any physical contact. Nevertheless, their joint appearance at such a high-profile event, without confirming a reconciliation, has raised eyebrows.
A History of On-Again, Off-Again Encounters
This is not the first time the pair have been spotted together since their announced separation. In December 2023, they were seen holding hands in Miami, and prior to that, they ignited reunion rumours with a steamy display of affection during a holiday in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, in September. During the Mexican getaway, Idris was pictured with his arm around Harvey as they walked on the beach, looking every bit the couple.
Their relationship timeline is a public one. They first ignited dating rumours in December 2022, went Instagram official in January 2023, and then announced an amicable split in November of the same year. In a joint statement to The Hollywood Reporter, they said, "We are at a point in our lives where our individual paths require our full attention and dedication." They added they parted ways "remaining friends with nothing but love and respect for each other."
Family Dynamics and Notable Exes
Adding another layer to the story, another of Lori Harvey's high-profile ex-boyfriends, actor Michael B. Jordan, was also in attendance at the Golden Globes. His film, Creed III, was nominated for several awards. Meanwhile, Harvey's father, television host Steve Harvey, has previously joked about the family's strict policy regarding his daughter's exes. On the podcast The Pivot, he stated, "The rule in our house is any boy that’s an ex, he’s now my ex too. I must hate him like we was dating." This came after he was chastised for being seen shaking hands with Michael B. Jordan at a previous event.
As for Damson Idris, he has largely kept his dating life private outside of his relationship with Harvey. He has, however, alluded to a previous relationship that lasted nearly a decade. Both parties have remained silent on the current status of their relationship, choosing neither to confirm nor deny the swirling rumours. For now, fans and commentators are left to analyse their public appearances for clues, with their latest outing at the Golden Globes providing the most compelling evidence yet that this celebrity romance may not be over.
