Lewis Hamilton attended Coachella just to watch 'brother' Justin Bieber’s performance: 'Proud of him'

MIAMI, FLORIDA: Scuderia Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton recently shared that he made a trip to Coachella mainly to watch his close friend Justin Bieber perform live on stage.

Speaking about their bond, Hamilton referred to Bieber as his 'brother' and said he felt genuinely proud seeing the singer deliver such a strong performance during the April festival. The two have maintained a close friendship for years, first connecting back in 2016.

Lewis Hamilton talks about his brother Justin Bieber 

The seven-time Formula 1 World Champion didn’t spend his break resting or staying away from racing thoughts. Instead, he made his way to the Indio, California, festival while Bieber headlined the stage.

Speaking in an interview, the F1 driver explained his tight schedule and why the moment mattered to him.

“I was testing the Thursday and the Friday, so I got there Saturday evening, and I just went to see Justin, went to see my brother. I’m so proud of him and how he performed. It was so intimate as well, was really amazing.”

Hamilton also showed support in his outfit choice, wearing a Bieber-themed hoodie at the event. He completed the look with a bandana and a baseball cap, keeping a low profile while still backing his longtime friend.

Bieber’s performance marked a major return to a large-scale stage, with the singer taking over Coachella on Saturdays, April 11 and 18. It was his first major show in years after stepping back from touring due to health concerns.

Lewis Hamilton and Justin Bieber maintain close bond beyond careers

Bieber and Hamilton have been friends for quite a few years now, and their bond is well known among both music and F1 fans. They first gained attention together in the mid-2010s, and since then, they have been seen spending time at events and social gatherings.

In 2023, Bieber and Hamilton were spotted together in a photo during a casual hangout, which showed how comfortable and friendly their relationship is outside of their busy careers. Over the years, they have stayed in touch and continued to support each other in their respective fields. 

Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian's PDA at Coachella weekend

On the other hand, Kim Kardashian gave fans a closer look at her Coachella weekend through a set of Instagram posts shared on April 16, capturing moments from the festival’s first weekend.

One particular photo stood out and quickly sparked online buzz. In the slightly blurred image, Kardashian is seen sitting on a man’s lap at the back of a golf cart while adjusting her face covering. The man’s face isn’t visible, but a tattooed hand resting on her thigh has led many to believe it could be Hamilton.

Adding to the speculation, the man in the photo is wearing a black sweatshirt that looks similar to the one Hamilton was seen wearing during his time at Coachella with Kardashian and her daughter, North West, 12.

Kardashian did not directly comment on the image, but the post has fueled fresh chatter online about her rumored link with Hamilton and their appearance together at the festival.