In a gut-wrenching revelation that’s left fans across the globe reeling, the seven-time world F1 champion has announced the death of his cherished bulldog, Roscoe.
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The devastating news came early Monday morning, September 29, 2025, as Lewis Hamilton shared his grief with fans, confirming the tragic loss of his longtime companion after a harrowing health battle.
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“Lost my best friend last night. Thank you all for the love you’ve shown him over the years. Roscoe forever,” Hamilton posted in an emotional tribute on social media.
A Furry Fixture in the F1 World
Roscoe, who first entered Hamilton’s life in 2013, wasn’t just a pet; he was a fixture on the global F1 stages. Over more than a decade, the bulldog trotted alongside Hamilton through the highs and lows of the racing circuit.
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He was by his side in Istanbul when Hamilton clinched his seventh driver’s title, matching the legendary Michael Schumacher. And from Monaco to Monza, fans came to adore the dog almost as much as they did the man behind the wheel.
Just days earlier, Hamilton had delivered a grim update that Roscoe had slipped into a coma after his heart stopped due to difficulty breathing as he fought off pneumonia.
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“We don’t know whether he will wake from this. Tomorrow we’ll try to wake him up. I’m by his side and want to thank you all for your prayers and support,” he wrote on Friday.
Roscoe’s Final Victory Lap
Despite earlier brushes with illness, Roscoe made a stunning recovery from pneumonia earlier this year, delighting fans when he made a surprise appearance at the British Grand Prix in July, his first outing under Hamilton’s new Ferrari contract.
Though Roscoe’s last days were marked by suffering, his life was nothing short of extraordinary. An influencer in his own right, the stylish bulldog amassed fans worldwide, graced countless racetracks, and lived a life most dogs — and many humans — could only dream of.