Lewis Hamilton teams up with Leonardo DiCaprio for a $100 million partnership to venture into Milan’s culinary scene

Lewis Hamilton is not only an exceptional Formula One player but also an influential figure in the world of entertainment. The seven-time World Champion has been involved in various business ventures for quite some time now.

Among his diverse endeavors, his entry into the culinary world has gathered significant recognition from a global audience. Notably, the renowned actor Leonardo Di Caprio has recently joined this venture, aiming to provide nutritious food for individuals worldwide.

Lewis Hamilton and Leonardo DiCaprio forge unlikely partnership

The famous plant-based food brand, Neat Food Co., is owned by none other than Lewis Hamilton. This burger chain has already established its presence in numerous prominent locations, such as Oxford Circus and Canary Wharf in London, as well as the Dubai Mall. Hamilton has already extended his business to New York in April, and his upcoming objective is to target the city of Milan.

On Thursday, April 28, the company announced the start of a $30 million Series B fundraising campaign to fuel growth. Neat Burgers will only use plant-based cheese and patties for their burgers. So, while the burgers have the taste of chicken and meat, they will solely be made from vegan materials.

Neat is also incorporating another prominent figure into its list of supporters. Environmentally-minded actor Leonardo DiCaprio has joined the group as a strategic investor. DiCaprio exclaimed in a statement, “Disrupting our food system with sustainable alternatives is one of the key ways we can make a real difference in reducing global emissions.” 

“Neat Burger’s pioneering approach to alternative proteins is a great example of the type of solutions we need moving forward.”

What is Lewis Hamilton’s reported net worth in 2023?

Apart from being a multimillionaire, Lewis Hamilton is also recognized as a philanthropist. All of his numerous charitable initiatives have been consolidated into a single entity known as the Mission 44 Foundation. As a non-profit organization, the foundation’s objective is to offer grants and donations for various causes, such as treating physical and mental disabilities, progress in healthcare and the elimination of poverty. 

As per a Forbes report, Hamilton earns an annual income of  USD 55 million through his agreement with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team and another USD 10 million annually from his endorsement agreements. His net worth, in 2023, stands at an estimated USD 285 million.

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