Damson Idris discussed how Jay-Z helped him get a green card and how the rapper has supported "so many people" over the years.

We're all preparing to bid farewell to Franklin Saint, but Damson Idris is here to stay, and it appears Jay-Z may be the one we have to thank for that.

In a recent 360 with Speedy Morman episode, the Snowfall actor got candid about his life and the pathway that resulted in his retirement from our beloved narcotics dealer after six seasons—including a special favor from Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter.

Morman inquired of the 31-year-old actor if it was true that the Brooklyn icon was his reference for his green card.

"He was," he said before asking, "how could you possibly have known that?" He then proceeded to say that he requested the rapper to vouch for him, something Idris said was only the beginning of the support from Jay-Z.

"He's done a lot for me over the years, he's always supported me," the Britain-born actor said, "he supports everyone."

It appears the rapper's kind acts go beyond Damson.

"He supports so many people you don't even know," he said. "Honestly, I should tell everyone this right now: if you ever come across Jay-Z, just say thank you and move on. He is absolutely a pioneer of the culture and of everything. I've never told him this but he's a huge idol of mine.

Thank you for that reference."

In addition to Jay-Z, LeBron James' childhood friend and sports industry disruptor, Rich Paul, also played a role in getting Damson Idris into the country.

"Those guys are truly like my big brothers," he shared, "I'll be in Miami at like 12 a.m. and I'm like, 'Yo I want to go to Carbone and Hov will get on FaceTime like, 'Damson, you have to win a couple more Emmys before you can call me at 11:30' and then boom reservation made. It's amazing to have giants like that who have your back."

The interview, which also delved into Idris' private life with new girlfriend Lori Harvey, is part of Complex's 'Complex Covers' collection.

It's clear that Jay-Z and Rich Paul have been an immense help to Damson Idris and many more, and we thank them for their selfless support.

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