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Damon Wayans Sr. Reflects on Dating Nephew's Ex-Girlfriend in Candid Podcast Interview

The comedian revealed the relationship, which began after his divorce in 2001, and emphasized seeking his nephew's consent before pursuing it.

LOS ANGELES - SEPTEMBER 18: Damon Wayans, Sr.at the CBS Presentation of YOU'RE LAUGHING AT CBS: A NIGHT OF "SIT-DOWN" COMEDY with screenings of POPPA'S HOUSE and GEORGIE & MANDY'S FIRST MARRIAGE and sneak peeks of GHOSTS and THE NEIGHBORHOOD, at NeueHouse Hollywood in Los Angeles, Sept. 18, 2024.
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Overview

  • Damon Wayans Sr. disclosed during an April 2 podcast interview that he once dated his nephew's ex-girlfriend, describing the relationship as one he pursued with his nephew's approval.
  • The romance began in 2001 after Wayans' divorce from Lisa Thorner and caused some awkwardness at family gatherings, which he addressed with humor.
  • Wayans clarified that his nephew and the woman were not deeply involved emotionally during their prior relationship.
  • The comedian joked about the situation, likening it to Jermaine Jackson marrying his brother Randy's ex-girlfriend, Alejandra Oaziaza.
  • In the same interview, Wayans reflected on his career success, noting the ongoing residual earnings from his sitcom 'My Wife and Kids.'