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Damon Wayans Sr. Reflects on Relationship with Nephew’s Ex-Girlfriend

The comedian revisited his 2001 romance on a podcast, addressing its impact on family dynamics and the challenges of dating in California.

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. revealed on the Club Shay Shay podcast that he fell in love with his nephew's ex-girlfriend in 2001 after his divorce.
  • He consulted his nephew before pursuing the relationship, receiving approval to proceed despite the family connection.
  • Wayans highlighted the limited dating pool in California as a factor in the unconventional romance.
  • The relationship has led to lingering awkwardness at family gatherings, as Wayans candidly acknowledged during the interview.
  • The revelation has renewed public interest in the Wayans family's dynamics, known for their close-knit collaborations in entertainment.