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Lewis Hamilton Announces Death of Bulldog Roscoe at 12

Hamilton made a veterinarian‑advised end‑of‑life decision after Roscoe spent four days on life support.

Overview

  • Roscoe died on the night of September 28 in Hamilton’s arms, a loss the driver confirmed in posts on Instagram and X.
  • Hamilton said Roscoe developed pneumonia, suffered a cardiac arrest during exams, was resuscitated, and remained in a coma before the decision to let him go.
  • The Ferrari driver skipped a Pirelli tyre test at Mugello to stay at the veterinary hospital, with reserve Zhou Guanyu assisting team duties alongside Charles Leclerc.
  • Formula 1 and multiple teams and brands publicly offered condolences, calling Roscoe a beloved presence in the paddock.
  • Roscoe, a 12‑year‑old English Bulldog, had a large social following and even featured in a 2023 Fortnite collaboration, underscoring his cultural profile in F1.