Lewis Hamilton dating history: Who has the Mercedes turned Ferrari F1 driver been in a relationship with?

SEVEN-TIME F1 champion brought an end to his 12-years with Mercedes with a fourth place at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

The Formula One superstar hasn’t been short of an admirer in his time with Mercedes. Let’s take a look at the love life of Lewis Hamilton.

Lewis Hamilton during the Race of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 8, 2024

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Juliana Nalu: 2024

In 2023, Brazilian model Juliana Nalu was spotted at one of Lewis’ Grand Prix races in Miami.

The couple even saw in the new year together.

But Lewis split with Juliana shortly after, and in early 2024 the Formula 1 star was reportedly active on Raya, a dating app for celebrities.

Shakira: 2023

Lewis Hamilton posed with his arm around Shakira as they went out for dinnerInstagram - Mustafa

The ‘hips don’t lie’ singer, Shakira reportedly crossed paths with Lewis at restaurant following a Grand Prix racing event in 2023.

The two hit it off as just weeks later Lewis and Shakira were photographed on a boat in Miami with friends.

In June 2023, Shakira cheered for the F1 star from the stands of the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.

However, the romance didn’t last long and it quietly fizzled out by the end of summer.

Camila Kendra: 2021

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Lewis had been friends for many years with fashion model, Camila Kendra. But their friendship allegedly blossomed into something more after a source told the Sun: “Their friendship started to develop into something more. “She was staying at his home in Colorado and — although they had been pals for many years — Camila developed feelings for him and it became more romantic.”

As well as this tip off from an anonymous source, the model also took pictures of the inside of Lewis’ palatial home in Colorado where she was staying. Fans of the model even spotted her wearing one of Lewis’ plaid shirts in an Instagram photo.

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Nicki Minaj: 2018

It was rumoured that Lewis Hamilton briefly dated Nicki Minaj and two attended the Alexander Wang Spring 2016 fashion show

There were reports doing the rounds that Lewis and Nicki Minaj were dating after they were spotted at New York Fashion Week together. The pair also shared social media pictures of a getaway in Dubai. However Nicki is now married to Kenneth Petty.

Sofia Richie: 2017

Lewis Hamilton was rumoured to be dating model Sofia RichieGetty Images

Earlier in 2017, Lewis was rumoured to be enjoying a fling with model Sofia Richie, the daughter of singer Lionel Richie.

The driver sat with his rumoured beau in the front row at Paris’ Couture Fashion Week back in January, and took her for a ‘lunch date’ in May.

That same year, Lewis was pictured climbing into a cab with a handful of hotties after a wild night out in London during fashion week.

The Formula One ace proved in pole position both on and off the track when he hitched a ride home with a glamorous gang – who included German model Jasmine Sanders.

Lewis, was accompanied by Brazilian football star Neymar, who later took the motor-racing driver’s ex Barbara Palvin back to an East London flat.

Winnie Harlow: 2017

Lewis Hamilton and Winnie Harlow attended some red carpets events looking rather cosy together

Model Winnie Harlow was first spotted getting close to Lewis at the GQ Awards in September 2016, when The Sun’s Dan Wootton reported that they left the London party in separate cars – so nobody would cotton on.

They were also pictured getting cosy at the amfAR Gala in Cannes, in May 2017.

Stunning Winnie, who has a rare skin condition called vitiligo, is now one of the most recognisable faces in fashion.

Barbara Palvin: 2016

Barbara Palvin was also rumoured to be dating Lewis in 2016Getty Images - WireImage

Lewis’ budding romance with Hungarian model Barbara Palvin was confirmed in The Sun’s Bizarre column in June 2016.

They met at Cannes Film Festival, and a source close to Barbara revealed: “She and Lewis were only in Cannes for a short time but got on like a house on fire.

“They hung out every day and partied at night. By the end of the trip they were really close.

“They’ve been keeping in touch, with plans to meet up again soon.” She went on to support him at the European, Hungarian and Monaco Grand Prix.

Rita Ora: 2016

Rita Ora went on a romantic holiday with Lewis in July 2016BBC

The singer also supported her rumoured beau at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November 2016Getty Images

Lewis and Rita Ora never confirmed their relationship, but they were spotted together on numerous occasions.

They even enjoyed a secret sunshine break together in July 2016, while Rita was supposedly pictured leaving his apartment after spending the night together later that summer.

In November of the same year, Rita played the loyal girlfriend by supporting him at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – where Lewis was forced to surrender his crown to Nico Rosberg.

Rihanna: 2015

Rihanna was friends with Lewis for several years – and is rumoured to have taken things to the next level in summer 2015Getty Images

Rihanna and Lewis have been friends for years, but they were rumoured to have taken their relationship to a new level in 2015.

The pair are thought to have enjoyed a summer romance – as they spent a lot of quality time together in New York.

Nicole Scherzinger: 2007-2015

Nicole Scherzinger was Lewis’ on-off girlfriend from 2007-2015Getty Images - WireImage

Nicole Scherzinger was Lewis’ on-off girlfriend for seven years, but they were long distance for much of the time.

The couple split for good in 2015, and the Pussycat Doll revealed she had cut all contact with her ex-boyfriend a year later.

Vivian Burkhardt: 2008

Vivian Burkhardt dated Lewis for a few months in 2008Getty Images

Beauty queen Vivian Burkhardt represented Grenada in the Miss World pageant in 2007 – and went on to win Lewis’ heart.

The couple appeared at a number of events together in 2008 – but only dated for a few months.

Vivian was far from the first pageant star Lewis dated.

Lotta Hintsa: 2006

Lotta Hintsa is rumoured to have dated Lewis in 2006Getty Images

According to rumours, he previously dated former Miss Finland, Lotta Hintsa. Lotta is the daughter of Lewis’ F1 mentor Aki Hintsa – who passed away in 2016, at the age of 58.

The model confirmed that she had a good relationship with Lewis, but denied that they had ever dated.

Jodia Ma: 2003-2007

Jodia Ma was Lewis’ long-term girlfriend from 2003-2007Getty Images

Jodia Ma dated Lewis for four years, until they finally parted ways in June 2007.

The childhood sweethearts met at the Cambridge School of Arts and Science, back when Lewis was first establishing himself as a sports star. Jodia, a restaurant receptionist, based in Hong Kong, was studying event management.

Meanwhile young Lewis was trying to catch up on his GCSE exams.

Danielle Lloyd: 2002

Danielle Lloyd dated Lewis for six months in 2002 – two years before she became famous with Miss EnglandGetty Images

Glamour girl Danielle dated Lewis for six months in 2002, when he was a budding F3 driver.

“It was love a first sight,” she later said.

“I’m so pleased for Lewis. To see him doing so well makes me proud.”

The pair met at celebrity haunt 10 Rooms and remained friends after their split. Lewis even turned up to see Danielle crowned Miss England in 2004.