Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton and billionaire mogul Kim Kardashian are rumoured to be dating. On February 1, the duo was spotted arriving together at a luxury hotel in Paris, which gave momentum to the ongoing buzz. Reports suggest that the duo didn’t just meet at the destination; they reportedly traveled in tandem, flying into France from the United Kingdom via a private jet. This synchronised arrival has many wondering if the seven-time world champion and the SKIMS founder are shifting their long-standing friendship into a higher gear.
The speculation isn't limited to their Parisian excursion, as further reports from The Sun indicate that the pair enjoyed a discreet and "very romantic" getaway within the United Kingdom prior to their flight. This trip allegedly included an intimate stay at an exclusive luxury hotel and country club, providing the privacy needed for the two to connect away from the prying eyes of the paparazzi.
While neither Hamilton nor Kardashian has issued an official statement to confirm or deny the nature of their relationship, insiders are beginning to talk. A source recently disclosed to People that the current outing was indeed a "romantic meetup," adding weight to the theory that this is more than just a platonic hangout between two global icons.
Despite the sudden surge in dating reports, Lewis and Kim are far from strangers; in fact, they have maintained a visible friendship for over a decade. Their history in the public eye dates back to 2014, when they were first photographed together at the GQ Men of the Year ceremony. At the time, their lives looked very different: Kim attended the gala alongside her then-husband, Kanye West, while Lewis was accompanied by his longtime partner at the time, Nicole Scherzinger.
Having navigated the heights of fame in their respective industries for years, it seems the two have remained in each other's orbits, and this latest European tour suggests that their bond may have finally evolved into something more significant.