's commercial appeal has made him among the most famous drivers ever to race in . The longtime driver is a high-profile public figure with significant crossover appeal thanks to his activism and involvement with fashion and the arts. All this means that is an ideal choice to appear on " ," the talk show hosted by , in which guests answer burning questions while chowing down on boneless wings slathered in sauces that get progressively hotter.
Hamilton's appearance on the program with lots of intrigue, including further confirmation that his racing exploits continue to inspire the general public. Hamilton: Sometimes, fans want to race me! Hamilton revealed on "Hot Ones" that on occasion, when he is sitting at a stoplight far from any track, he will hear some amazing things -- such as , an opportunity he said he was more willing to take when he was a young driver. " ," Hamilton told .
Hamilton has been in public eye for so long (since breaking through at the ) that it can be difficult to remember without him. The 39-year-old is 's all-time leader in wins, pole positions, and podium finishes, all the while cultivating a public persona centered on his activism, his philanthropy, and his wardrobe. Hamilton is set to join in 2025 in one of the most shocking driver transfers in racing history, giving him further opportunities to extend his many F1 records -- and to receive more fan requests for a street race or two.
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