Kim Kardashian’s rumored romance with Lewis Hamilton reportedly hit a family hurdle amid sightings that drew attention. As per a source, Hamilton’s mother was not fully sold on the match. The report added a family angle to a romance neither side had publicly addressed.
The Skims founder and the Formula 1 champion had been linked for months through sightings in several cities. They were also reportedly seen linking arms in Tokyo before Hamilton’s race weekend. That report framed the issue around Carmen Larbalestier’s concern that her son needed someone “more low-key and private.”
Lewis Hamilton’s mother reportedly thinks Kim Kardashian is not for him
Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton were longtime friends whose bond reportedly turned romantic earlier this year. However, a source cited in Intouch Weekly said Hamilton’s mother viewed the situation differently. A source said, “From Carmen’s perspective, the Kardashian lifestyle isn’t something that really meshes with her son’s personality long-term.” They added that she felt he “would be better off” with someone quieter. Neither the reality star nor the racing driver publicly confirmed the rumored romance.
According to the same report, Lewis Hamilton spent time with his mother ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, while Kim Kardashian attended the Vanity Fair Oscars Party 2026. On March 12, he wrote on Instagram, “Spending time with my mum has brought me so much joy.” He added, “I’m heading to the track feeling so inspired and restored.” That post gave the family context more weight. It also arrived after reports placed the two in London, Paris, Arizona, California, and Tokyo.
The outlet further claimed that Larbalestier’s influence mattered because Hamilton remained especially close to her. The source said, “Lewis is incredibly close to his mom, and her opinion carries a lot of weight with him.” The insider also noted that he called his mother the “first love” of his life. So, while the romance stayed in rumor territory, the reported concern suggested family approval could become a real factor if things moved forward.
