
Lewis Hamilton Bids Heartbreaking Farewell to Beloved Dog Roscoe
“The Hardest Decision of My Life” – Lewis Hamilton Mourns Loss of Roscoe
Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton shared devastating news with his fans on Sunday: his cherished bulldog Roscoe has died at the age of 12.
Roscoe had been on life support since Friday due to severe pneumonia, with Hamilton skipping a Ferrari tyre test to stay by his companion’s side. The British driver announced the heartbreaking news to his 40.8 million Instagram followers, describing it as the “hardest decision of my life.”
Final Goodbye: Roscoe Dies in Hamilton’s Arms
After being admitted to hospital last week, Roscoe’s condition worsened. When sedated for diagnostic tests, his heart stopped, and he was placed in a coma. Despite four days on life support, Hamilton made the painful choice to let him go peacefully.
“He never stopped fighting, right until the very end,” Hamilton wrote.
“I feel so grateful and honoured to have shared my life with such a beautiful soul… an angel and true friend.”
Hamilton revealed that Roscoe passed away in his arms, marking an emotional end to a decade-long bond.
A Bulldog With a Big Following
Roscoe wasn’t just a pet — he was a fixture in the F1 paddock, often seen accompanying Hamilton at races and public events. The bulldog even had his own Instagram account, drawing fans from across the world.
Hamilton adopted Roscoe and Coco in 2013. Coco, his other bulldog, passed away in 2020 due to a suspected heart attack, and her loss deeply affected the Mercedes icon.
A Tribute to Unconditional Love
In his Instagram post, Hamilton opened up about the pain of putting Roscoe to sleep — something he had never experienced before, though his mother and close friends had.
“It is one of the most painful experiences,” he said.
“Although it was so hard, having him was one of the most beautiful parts of life — to love so deeply and to be loved in return.”
He also thanked fans for the years of support shown to Roscoe, acknowledging the special connection his dog had with the F1 community.
Reflection and Support
Hamilton’s tribute was met with an outpouring of support from fellow drivers, celebrities, and fans. Many praised his openness and the emotional depth of his farewell.
The Mercedes star concluded:
“Bringing Roscoe into my life was the best decision I ever made… I will forever cherish the memories we created together.”
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Roscoe at the Monaco GP paddock
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Roscoe and Coco together in 2015
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Hamilton lying with Roscoe during recovery
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Roscoe’s 10th birthday celebration
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Roscoe with F1 fans in Silverstone paddock
Final Thought
Roscoe wasn’t just a dog to Lewis Hamilton — he was a loyal family member, travel companion, and a symbol of love and resilience. As Hamilton prepares for more battles on the racetrack, he does so carrying the memory of his four-legged friend who brought joy to millions.
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