Lewis Hamilton is a British racing driver best known as a seven-time Formula One World Champion, making him one of the most successful drivers in the sport’s history.
Lewis Carl Davidson Hamilton was born on January 7, 1985, in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. He began karting at the age of eight and quickly demonstrated remarkable talent. By the time he was 10, he had already won the British Karting Championship. Recognizing his early promise, McLaren and Mercedes-Benz signed Hamilton to their Young Driver Support Programme in 1998, providing him with vital sponsorship and development support.
Between 1998 and 2000, Hamilton secured several European and world karting titles. At age 15, he was ranked as the world's number one karting driver, the youngest person to have achieved this ranking at the time.
Hamilton made his Formula One debut with McLaren in 2007 and won his first World Championship the following year. He joined Mercedes in 2013, marking the beginning of a dominant era in the sport. In November 2019, he won his sixth World Championship, solidifying his place in history. He subsequently won a seventh title in 2020, tying Michael Schumacher for the most championships in Formula One history.
Hamilton's driving style is noted for its precision, tactical intelligence, and pace under pressure. Notably, his 2019 British Grand Prix victory at Silverstone showcased his ability to combine strategic racing with consistent performance. Competing alongside teammate Valtteri Bottas, and against rivals from Red Bull and Ferrari, Hamilton emerged triumphant after a closely fought race. His success is also credited to his synergy with his team at Mercedes and his adaptability on various circuits across the globe.
As of 2024, Hamilton's net worth is estimated to exceed $300 million, making him one of the highest-paid athletes in the world. In addition to income from racing, he has secured lucrative endorsement deals with global brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Puma, and Monster Energy. His partnership with Mercedes continues to be a significant source of both earnings and global influence.
Hamilton has maintained a high-profile personal life, often in the public spotlight. He previously dated Nicole Scherzinger of the Pussycat Dolls for several years before the couple separated in 2015. Hamilton later commented that the demands of his racing career made sustaining relationships challenging. Scherzinger described the split as an opportunity to embrace a new chapter in her life.
In 2018, he was seen with rapper Nicki Minaj at a fashion event in New York, sparking brief speculation about a relationship, although nothing was officially confirmed. Other rumored past relationships include Danielle Lloyd in 2002, Jodie Mia during their time at the Cambridge School of Arts and Science, and a brief relationship with Miss World 2007, Vivian Burkhardt. Hamilton has also been linked to celebrities such as Rihanna, Kendall Jenner, Winnie Harlow, Sofia Richie, Rita Ora, and Barbara Palvin, though not all of these associations were substantiated.
| Birth Date: | 7 Jan, 1985 |
| Age: | 35 yrs |
| Occupations: | Formula One driver Racing automobile driver |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Stevenage |
| residence: | Switzerland Monaco |
| Education: | The John Henry Newman School |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | British racing driver |
| Net Worth 2021: | 280 million |
