Every time I think of Formula 1, my mind races to the imagery of burning rubber and symphony of engines as cars scream past the grandstands. Even beyond the pit, where performance and mechanics of the car are fine-tuned for every millisecond, there is another spectacle that has seen an undeniable pull.
And with Brad Pitt's highly anticipated racing movie 'F1' teaser dropping today, fueling even more excitement, the high-speed competition has never felt more electric!
Sipping champagne, sporting designer suits and sunglasses, the curious intersection between the motorsport grit and the grandstands is the small crowd of celebrities and influencers who will get a chance to live the experience now that Formula E EVO sessions is initiating an unprecedented motorsports initiative.
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Celebrities and internet personalities including Brooklyn Beckham, Sergio Aguero and Lucien Lavinscount are just a few names strapped in for the ride. While the inaugural line up of Formula E's EVO session is yet to be disclosed, one thing is certain - before they hit the track at Miami International Autodrome this March, the team will be put through intense training sessions. The 11 most followed personalities will go from rookie to racing pros.
Over the years, celebrities have flirted with fast cars in many forms-whether it's the Beatles' George Harrison investing in F1, or tech titans like Elon Musk, here are 4 celebrities who in the past have taken their love for motorsports to the next level:
Ajith Kumar
Kollywood superstar Ajith Kumar isn't just an actor; he has had some professional racing experience! A regular at motorsports circle, in the beginning of 2025, him and his team including Mathieu Detry, Fabian Duffieux, and Cameron McLeod competed in the Dubai 24H endurance race and won third place in the race.
Michael Fassbender
The X-Men and Inglorious Bastard star Michael Fassbender has quietly built a decent racing career alongside his acting. The Hollywood's hidden racer has trained with professional teams and even competed in the famous endurance race 'Le Mans' in 2020.
Steve McQueen
While shooting a documentary on the greatest endurance race in the world, 'Le Mans' in 1970, the king of cool Steve McQueen participated also participated. His love for motorsports often overshadowed his acting career although his commitments to Hollywood limited his time on the track.
Patrick Dempsey
Known to many as Dr. McDreamy, Patrick Dempsey is more than just an actor- he's a full-fledged racer. From competing in the 24 Hours Le Mans, the Rolex 24 at Daytona, and the FIA World Endurance Championship, Dempsey once said he'd rather race full-time than act- a testament to his dedication.