Lewis Hamilton

If you are a racing fan, then you must be familiar with the name Lewis Hamilton. He is one of the fastest racers in the world who recently drove the Formula One for the Mercedes. He previously used to drive for McLaren, and he also has a joint-record of seven World Drivers’ Championship titles.

Currently, he also holds the record of most wins outright. He is one of the most famous racers, and he was signed up into the McLaren young driver program in the year 1998.

Formula One is officially described as “an inspirational role model and the ideal ambassador for his profession.” He was also one of the 100 most influential people globally, and he was enlisted in the 2020 issue.

Well, how well do you know about Lewis Hamilton? If not much, we have compiled all you need to know about Lewis Hamilton’s net worth in 2021, his age, height, weight, wife, kids, biography and complete details about his life. Well, if you’re all set, here is what we know about Lewis Hamilton to date.

Biography and Early Life

Lewis Hamilton’s father is Black British, and his name is Anthony Hamilton. His mother’s name is Carmen, and she is White British, which makes him of mixed-race. His parents separated when he was only two years old, and he then used to live with his sisters and mother until he was 12. Then he moved with his father, and his father is also a professional racing driver, and Hamilton was raised as Catholic.

He got his first taste of racing when he was just five, and his father gave him a radio-controlled car. Since he was black, he used to face racism, and for protection from the bullying, he also started learning Karate at the age of five. He got educated at The John Henry Newman School, and it was Catholic Schools. He also played football, and he is an Arsenal Fan. He then enrolled in Cambridge Arts and Sciences, a form of college in Cambridge in 2001.

He also finished second in the BRCA championship while he was young and he was the only black child in his club. Hamilton’s father wasn’t much rich, so he had to quit his IT job and start a job as a contractor to support Lewis. He even worked four jobs per day, but he never missed any of his son’s race. He even managed his son and continued doing this until 2010. He even worked as a dishwasher, double-glazing salesman, and many others to support his son’s dream.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Lewis Hamilton in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, Lewis Hamilton’s age is 36 years old as of today’s date 1st August 2021 having been born on 7 January 1985. Though, he is 5′ 9″ in feet and inches and 174 cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 160 lbs in Pound and 73kg in Kilograms.

Education

Lewis Hamilton studied in a Catholic School The John Henry Newman School, and in the year 2001, he enrolled in the Cambridge Arts and Sciences. This is the sixth form of college in Cambridge.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

In 2017, Lewis Hamilton announced that he has become vegan. Then in the year 2018, he was also named “Person of the Year” by PETA due to his vegan activism. He also said that he has given up drinking many years ago.

It was reported that from 2007-2015 he was also in a relationship with Nicole Scherzinger. Till now, it is reported Lewis Hamilton is currently in a relationship with the famous singer Nicki Minaj. He once was caught speeding at 196 km/h in France, and then he was suspended from driving in France for a month. He did this on the French Motorway.

Is Lewis Hamilton Gay?

No, Lewis Hamilton is not gay as he has not claimed this, and he has been in a relationship with Nicole Scherzinger. Now it is reported that he is in a relationship with famous singer Nicki Minaj.

Professional Career

During his first time in Formula One, he partnered up with the two-time and defending World Champion Fernando Alonso. He then set up many records as he finished runner-up in the 2007 World Drivers’ Championship, and he lost the first position by a single point. From this point, he continued his victories and made a lot of records in 2008. From 2009-2012 he faced some unsuccessful years with McLaren and continued to score podium finishes with them.

Later he signed up with Mercedes, and till now he has been partnered up with Mercedes.

Awards

Lewis Hamilton is one of the most famous racing drivers, and he has won many awards. He has won the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award, Bambi – Special prize of the jury, Laureus World Sports Award for Breakthrough of the Year, Laureus World Sports Award for Sportsman of the Year, and Best Driver ESPY Award. He has been nominated for many other awards till now.

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Lewis Hamilton in 2021

As of 2021, the total estimated net worth of Lewis Hamilton is $300 million, and he has earned most of his wealth from different brand endorsements and racing. He is one of the richest racing drivers, and his salary is comparable to F1 legend Michael Schumacher. He also has many real estate holdings, and this has marginally increased his wealth.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know

• He became the highest-paid sportsman in Britain in 2008.
• His father personally managed him until 2010.
• He was bullied at school, and due to this he also took karate classes.
• He is also the youngest driver to get selected in McLaren’s Driver Development Support Program.

This was all about one of the most influential and racing drivers of all time. He is one of the biggest drivers ever to have raced on the track, and he is one of the biggest inspirational racers. Many people who aspire to race want to be like him.

1. Donna Bridgwood July 18, 2021 at 1:14 pm