The steadily evolving tale between Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton and Shakira has encountered a shocking twist, with a potential third character entering the fray. It is none other than Miami Heat star and Olympic gold medalist, Jimmy Butler aka ‘Jimmy Buckets’. According to reports, the 33-year-old is currently dating the Colombian singer, leaving the months-long Hamilton association to dust.
The 2023 Formula 1 season spurred an alleged love affair between 7-time world champion Hamilton, and his supposed friend, Shakira, famously known for her profound work in the music industry. Interestingly, the speculations only grew stronger with each passing weekend, as the Colombian singer persistently made her presence shown over several race weekends.
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Furthermore, the British Grand Prix had a wild end to the weekend as Hamilton and Shakira reportedly celebrated the Briton’s podium result at the world-renowned nightclub, Tape London. The alleged couple engaged in multiple conversations and danced for a while before Shakira left for her hotel around 3:30 AM. Meanwhile, Hamilton decided to stay back and eventually ended his night at 6:00 AM.
Shockingly, the love story has now suddenly dwindled amidst the latest US Weekly report featuring Texas-based basketball player, Butler.
Latest twist in the Lewis Hamilton-Shakira love story leaves F1 fans shell-shocked
While the majority of the F1 community was anticipating an acknowledgment from either Hamilton or Shakira, NBA star Jimmy Butler decided to surprise everyone. Now, amidst the latest development between the trio, several F1 fans took to social media to react to it.
One fan wrote, “Are we seeing a Jimmy Butler, Shakira, Lewis Hamilton love Triangle?” Here are more such reactions from the motorsport world after hearing of Butler’s alleged entry.
Are we seeing a Jimmy Butler, Shakira, Lewis Hamilton love Triangle?
— Kyle Teal (@Mr91schultzYT) July 15, 2023
so is Shakira dating Lewis Hamilton or Jimmy Butler or both
— Jenn Faynberg (@jennfaynberg) July 15, 2023
I really live in a World where Jimmy Butler and Lewis Hamilton are both Courting Shakira at the same time , this is amazing https://t.co/HYa3rm6Ac7
— J.R (@Emulsiion) July 14, 2023
Every time Shakira hangs out with a famous man, the mainstream media makes something up about them. From Tom Cruise to Lewis Hamilton to Jimmy Butler. https://t.co/rTLrcr0kTE
— VARUN DAS (@das_varun99) July 15, 2023
Apparently Shakira went on a date with Jimmy Butler (idek who that is) but girl what happened to Lewis?!!!
— Tan¹⁵⁰ 🌱🤍 (@f1mcqueen) July 13, 2023
According to American celebrity media, the Hamilton-Shakira story is completely out of the question and it is Butler instead dating the Colombian singer. “They have been out a few times, but things are very new and it’s too early to tell if there’s long-term potential there,” a source told US Weekly. “Jimmy makes Shakira smile, and she feels happy spending time with him.”
It has undeniably been a tough few years for Shakira, having split up with former Barcelona F.C. defender, Gerard Pique, after he allegedly cheated on her. Since then, Shakira has often found herself associated with numerous celebrities, including Tom Cruise, Lewis Hamilton, and now, Jimmy Butler.
Hence, with the list steadily expanding, will Shakira ever respond to any of these theories? Only time will tell.