From Shakira To Rihanna : Here’s Seven Time World Champion Lewis Hamilton’s Dating history? Know as he turns 40

Seven time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton brought an end to his 12year stint with Mercedes with a fourth place finish at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Varul Chaturvedi

• Wed • 08 Jan 2025

Lewis Hamilton, Rihanna and Shakira in the frame

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Hamilton turned 40 on 7th January 2024.

The occasion marks a significant turning point in his career as he prepares for the 2025 F1 season, his first with Ferrari.

Seven time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton brought an end to his 12year stint with Mercedes with a fourth place finish at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Known for his success on the track, Hamilton’s personal life has also attracted plenty of attention over the years. He will now move to Ferrari in 2025 and it is termed as the biggest moment of F1 history.

Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula 1 World Champion, celebrates his milestone 40th birthday today, January 7. The occasion marks a significant turning point in his career as he prepares for the 2025 F1 season, his first with Ferrari, after 12 record-breaking seasons with Mercedes.

Let’s take a look at the key relationships that have shaped his love life.

Juliana Nalu (2024)

In 2023, Brazilian model Juliana Nalu was spotted at one of Hamilton’s Grand Prix races in Miami. The pair spent the New Year together, sparking rumors of a relationship. However, their romance was shortlived, and by early 2024, Hamilton was reportedly active on the exclusive celebrity dating app Raya.

Shakira (2023)

The pop sensation Shakira and Lewis Hamilton reportedly began spending time together in 2023, with the two being spotted at a restaurant following a Grand Prix event. Their connection seemed to grow, and weeks later, they were seen on a boat in Miami with friends. Shakira even cheered Hamilton on from the stands at the Spanish Grand Prix in June. However, the romance seemed to fizzle out by the end of summer.

Camila Kendra (2021)

Fashion model Camila Kendra had been friends with Hamilton for years before their relationship took a romantic turn in 2021. Sources revealed that their friendship grew into something deeper, with Kendra even staying at Hamilton’s home in Colorado. Fans also noticed her wearing one of his plaid shirts in an Instagram photo.

Nicki Minaj (2018)

Rumors about a romance between Hamilton and rapper Nicki Minaj surfaced after they were spotted together at New York Fashion Week. They also shared social media photos during a getaway to Dubai. However, Minaj is now married to Kenneth Petty.

Sofia Richie (2017)

In early 2017, Hamilton was rumored to be dating model Sofia Richie, the daughter of music legend Lionel Richie. The two were seen together at Paris Couture Fashion Week and later had a lunch date in May. There were also reports of a wild night out in London with other models, including Jasmine Sanders.

Winnie Harlow (2017)

Canadian model Winnie Harlow was often spotted with Hamilton, including at the GQ Awards in 2016 and the amfAR Gala in Cannes in 2017. Though they never confirmed a relationship, the two seemed to share a close bond, and their chemistry was evident at several events.

Barbara Palvin (2016)

Hamilton’s brief romance with Hungarian model Barbara Palvin was confirmed after they met at the Cannes Film Festival in 2016. The couple spent time together during the event and continued to see each other, with Palvin attending several of Hamilton’s Grand Prix races, including the European, Hungarian, and Monaco Grand Prix.

Rita Ora (2016)

Rita Ora and Hamilton never confirmed their romance, but their relationship seemed evident from their frequent public appearances together. In 2016, they enjoyed a romantic holiday and were even seen together at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The pair continued to be seen together during that year, but their relationship was never fully disclosed.

Rihanna (2015)

Rihanna and Hamilton were close friends for years, and their bond reportedly deepened in the summer of 2015. The two were seen spending quality time together in New York, sparking rumors of a summer romance. Their relationship, however, was never publicly confirmed.

Nicole Scherzinger (2007-2015)

One of Hamilton’s most publicized relationships was with Nicole Scherzinger, the former Pussycat Dolls singer. The couple’s onoff romance lasted for nearly seven years, beginning in 2007. Despite several splits during their time together, they ultimately parted ways for good in 2015. Scherzinger later revealed that she had cut all contact with Hamilton.

Vivian Burkhardt (2008)

In 2008, Hamilton dated beauty queen Vivian Burkhardt, who had represented Grenada in the Miss World pageant in 2007. Though their relationship lasted only a few months, the couple attended several events together that year, including public appearances.

Lotta Hintsa (2006)

Rumors circulated that Hamilton briefly dated Lotta Hintsa, a former Miss Finland. Lotta, who is the daughter of Hamilton’s mentor Aki Hintsa, confirmed that she had a close relationship with the F1 star but denied that they had ever been romantically involved.

Jodia Ma (2003-2007)

Jodia Ma was Hamilton’s longterm girlfriend from 2003 to 2007. The two met at the Cambridge School of Arts and Science when Hamilton was just beginning his rise to fame in the motorsport world. Jodia, a restaurant receptionist from Hong Kong, was studying event management at the time. Their relationship ended in 2007.

Danielle Lloyd (2002)

Before becoming famous as Miss England, glamour model Danielle Lloyd dated Lewis Hamilton for six months in 2002. The pair met at a celebrity hotspot and remained friends after their breakup. Hamilton even showed support for Lloyd when she won the Miss England title in 2004.

Throughout his career, Lewis Hamilton has been linked to several highprofile women, from musicians and models to beauty queens. His love life has generated as much attention as his success on the race track, making him a constant subject of fascination for fans and the media alike. While many of these relationships have come and gone, Hamilton’s charm, success, and presence both on and off the track continue to captivate audiences worldwide.