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Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton sparked dating rumors in early February 2026
The SKIMS founder and the F1 racer were spotted sitting next to each other at the Super Bowl on Feb. 8
A source told PEOPLE that there is a "comfort level" between them given they've known each other for several years
Kim KardashianandLewis Hamiltonhave sparked dating rumors following a few outings together.
The SKIMS founder and the F1 racing star were first linked romantically in early February 2026, when a source confirmed to PEOPLE that they had a "romantic meetup" in Paris. They fueled speculation further when theywere spotted at Super Bowl LXtogether on Feb. 8, and again the next day when Hamiltonappeared to cheer Kardashianandher sisterson in the background of anInstagram video.
After theSuper Bowl, a source told PEOPLE that while Kardashian — who divorcedKanye Westin 2022 — has "gone on dates and met people over the years," Hamilton is the "first guy she's really into in a long time."
"She always liked him," the insider added. "She's excited about their romantic connection. [...] He makes her feel safe and she genuinely enjoys spending time with him."
So, are Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton dating? Here's everything to know about their rumored relationship.
They've been friends for over a decade
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Kardashian and Hamilton have known each other for years, long before they were ever linked romantically.
During the 2014GQMen of the Year ceremony, Kardashian was seen greeting Hamilton with a friendly kiss on the cheek. They crossed paths several times in the years to follow, including being pictured together at theWSJ. MagazineInnovator Awards in 2021 and again atPharrell Williams' debut show as the creative director for Louis Vuitton menswear in 2023.
The source told PEOPLE that "there's a comfort level" between the reality star and the British racer given they've "known each other for years."
They had a "romantic" meetup in Paris in early February 2026
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On Feb. 2, a video obtained byTMZshowed the pair arriving together at a hotel in Paris after exiting the same SUV. Per the outlet, they reportedly flew in from the United Kingdom together on a private jet.
A source then confirmed to PEOPLE that the mogul and the F1 driver had a "romantic meetup" in the French capital.
They attended the Super Bowl together
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Following their Paris outing, Kardashian and Hamilton were spotted sitting together in a suite at the Super Bowl on Feb. 8.
After the sporting event, an inside source told PEOPLE that "they ended up spending time together in the same suite as a big group of friends."
"It wasn't a formal date, more like a relaxed friends-focused setting," they continued. "Kim liked having a little one-on-one time with him too. They have plans to see each other again soon."
The source also noted that Kardashian's life "is centered in Los Angeles with her kids and work."
"She's not thinking about the future right now, or putting any pressure on it," they continued. "She's just taking things moment by moment and seeing where it goes."
Hamilton has spoken about balancing his romantic life and career
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In a July 2025 interview with Belgium's French outletRTBF, Hamilton opened up about the difficulties of navigating a private, romantic life amid his career.
The racer said it's been "complicated," noting that while he's seen other drivers get married, date and have children, he made a "different choice."
"I don't want any regrets, or to think I could have given more," he continued. "As long as I'm competing, I remain focused on my health, my well-being, my mental health, and my driving technique. I want to be the best engineer I can be and the best teammate too. That's my main goal: I want to win."
Kardashian shared the qualities she is looking for in a partner
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During a January 2026 appearance on theKhloé in Wonder Landpodcast, Kardashian opened up to her sister,Khloé Kardashian, about her dating life and shared the qualities she is looking for in her next partner.
"Good morals and values, a calm person, dependable," theAll's Fairactress shared. "Takes accountability. I think that's my number one thing."
Kardashian went on to say that there haven't been any secret relationships in the last year, noting that it's the "longest" she has ever been single.
"I just feel like my kids need me," she said. "It's really hard when I have to put them to bed every night. I get them up. I take them to school. I get them ready. They sleep in my bed. I haven't had time — and I'm okay with that. I thought, 'You know what? I'm going to be studying. I won't have time. When I'm done, I'll open myself up.' "
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