Lewis Hamilton criticised for billionaire stance while dating Kim Kardashian

In a 2023 interview with Jay Shetty, Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton said that no one should be allowed to possess billions and called for a limit on wealth, citing the stark gap between rich and poor he sees in places like Los Angeles. The remarks resurfaced in 2026, sparking a wave of criticism after Hamilton was photographed in Monaco with his girlfriend, media personality Kim Kardashian, whose net worth is estimated at around US$2 billion. Hamilton’s own wealth is reported at roughly US$550 million, leading many fans to label his comments hypocritical.

The controversy intensified as Hamilton finished second at the Monaco Grand Prix and continued a strong 2026 season, while social‑media users pointed to his residence in Monaco and his charitable foundation, Mission 44, as evidence of a disconnect between his public statements and personal lifestyle. Critics question how his views on wealth inequality align with a relationship that places him alongside one of the world’s richest celebrities.