The 83rd Golden Globe Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on January 13, 2026, were abuzz with more than just cinematic achievements and red carpet glamor. The spotlight, this time, fell squarely on Damson Idris and Lori Harvey, whose appearance together set off a fresh wave of speculation about the rekindling of their romance. The British actor, 34, and the American model, 28, were seen moving through the bustling ceremony, and, according to a video shared by People on Instagram, appeared to be holding hands—a gesture that has fueled talk of reconciliation after their high-profile split over two years ago.
The video, which quickly circulated across social media, captured Idris leaning down to speak to Harvey as they navigated the crowded ballroom. While the caption claimed the two were holding hands, the camera angle left room for debate. Still, their comfortable interaction and decision to attend such a star-studded event together didn’t go unnoticed. As Hungama Express reported, "the pair’s appearance comes more than two years after their sudden split," and the cozy moment was enough to spark renewed buzz about their relationship status.
The Golden Globes weren’t the first time in recent months that the former couple had been seen together. In December 2025, just weeks before the awards, Idris and Harvey were photographed holding hands in Miami—a public display that marked the first concrete evidence of them spending time together again. Their Miami outing followed earlier reunion rumors, which had already been swirling since September 2025, when paparazzi snapped the pair showing steamy PDA during a vacation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. There, Idris was seen with his arm around Harvey and touching her elbow as they strolled along the beach, and the two appeared completely at ease, relaxing side by side on lounge chairs.
This evolving timeline is particularly notable given the couple’s history. Idris and Harvey first sparked dating rumors in December 2022, after being spotted dining together in Los Angeles. They went Instagram official with their relationship in January 2023, delighting fans with a series of affectionate posts. However, after about a year together, they announced their separation in November 2023. At the time, they released a joint statement to The Hollywood Reporter, explaining, "We are at a point in our lives where our individual paths require our full attention and dedication. We part ways remaining friends with nothing but love and respect for each other and the time we shared together."
Following their split, both Idris and Harvey maintained a relatively low profile regarding the reasons for their breakup. Their last documented public appearance before the separation was in Paris in September 2023. The following month, Harvey attended Kendall Jenner’s Halloween party solo, fueling further speculation about the relationship’s status. Shortly afterward, both deleted photos of each other from their Instagram accounts, signaling an official end. Yet, as 2025 drew to a close and sightings of the two together increased, fans and the media began to wonder if the former flames were reconsidering their relationship.
Adding another layer to the intrigue was the presence of one of Harvey’s other famous ex-boyfriends, Michael B. Jordan, at the Golden Globes. Jordan, whose film Sinners had garnered seven nominations and ultimately won two awards—Cinematic and Box Office Achievement, and best score for composer Ludwig Göransson—was also nominated for best actor in a drama for his dual role as identical twins. While he didn’t take home the acting prize, his attendance alongside Harvey and Idris certainly made for a headline-grabbing triangle.
Harvey’s romantic history has long been the subject of public fascination. In addition to Idris and Jordan, she has previously dated singer Trey Songz and Dutch soccer player Memphis Depay, among others. Her relationship with Jordan, in particular, was highly publicized before the pair parted ways. But it’s Harvey’s father, comedian Steve Harvey, who perhaps provided the most unexpected twist to the ongoing saga. Just days before the former couple was spotted together in Mexico last year, Steve Harvey appeared on The Pivot podcast and revealed a strict family policy: any man who becomes his daughter’s ex also becomes his ex, meaning he avoids acknowledging or interacting with them going forward. He recounted an incident at the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games, where he was photographed greeting Jordan—much to his daughter’s dismay—prompting him to adopt this new rule.
For his part, Idris has generally preferred to keep his personal life out of the spotlight. In an April 2022 interview with musician Syd for Interview magazine, he cryptically mentioned ending a nine-year relationship without naming names. This penchant for privacy stands in contrast to the increasingly public nature of his connection with Harvey, from Instagram posts to high-profile outings and now, the Golden Globes.
As Jang noted, "Despite the claim in the video’s caption that the exes were holding hands, it’s unclear from the angle filmed if Damson and Lori were touching each other at the time. However, the two were clearly in a friendly mood based on their conversation, sparking rumors of an official reunion confirmation." Neither Idris nor Harvey has publicly addressed the speculation as of January 13, 2026, and their representatives have not responded to requests for comment. Still, their actions—and the visible comfort between them—speak volumes.
The rumors swirling around their relationship have only intensified as the pair continue to be seen together in increasingly public settings, from sun-soaked beaches to Hollywood’s biggest awards night. For now, fans and observers are left to speculate: Is this simply a case of two amicable exes enjoying each other’s company, or is a formal reconciliation announcement just around the corner?
As the cameras flashed and the world watched, Damson Idris and Lori Harvey reminded everyone that in the realm of celebrity romance, nothing is ever truly off the table. Whether they’re rekindling an old flame or simply embracing a renewed friendship, their story continues to captivate—and keeps everyone guessing.
