Lewis Hamilton the “Best That’s Ever Held the Gun”, Hollywood Shooting Expert Reveals

How can one man, who is statistically the greatest driver of all time, also be one of the most naturally gifted shooters in the world? By now, it’s no secret that Lewis Hamilton wants to become a Hollywood star after he is done with his extraordinary F1 career. He was even offered a role alongside Tom Cruise in his recent movie Top Gun: Maverick, which the 7-time champion had to decline due to his obligations as a Mercedes driver. However, the Brit keeps himself engaged in various activities that keep him ready for any opportunities. And to that end, Taran Butler, the go-to firearms expert in Hollywood, recently praised Hamilton for his prowess with an assault rifle.

Back in 2020, Hamilton shared his excitement about starting his journey to make it to the silver screen, hinting at his long-standing admiration for action movies. In his Instagram posts, Hamilton shared glimpses of his target practice session, where he impressively wielded both a pistol and an assault rifle. He expressed his excitement about the world of action movies, stating his admiration for the genre and his lifelong dream of starring in one.

Notably, Hamilton’s choice of training venue held significance, as he mentioned being at the same range where Keanu Reeves prepares for his iconic “John Wick” roles. He thanked the team at Taran Tactical for their guidance and professionalism during his training session. And recently, Taran Butler praised Hamilton for his extraordinary skills in shooting.

“Lewis Hamilton, he’s literally like an A-Class level in his first time ever,“ said Taran. “He never shot before and I texted him later, I called him later, and I said are you lying? He’s like, one time I shot a rifle like one shot in the snow somewhere and I was like that doesn’t count. So that was unreal… He’s the best that’s ever held the gun. Not just at my place, I would say that’s ever walked the Earth.“

Lewis Hamilton is contributing to F1’s growth in the United States with his Brad Pitt project

Lewis Hamilton has been quite enthusiastic about the upcoming movie that will feature Brad Pitt. Hamilton believes that this film has all the right elements to attract more fans and spark a wider interest in Formula 1. The movie, which experienced delays due to a Hollywood strike demanding better pay, is now back on track for production. With conditions stabilizing, there’s hope that the film could hit theaters by 2025. Featuring stars like Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Tobias Menzies, and Javier Bardem, the movie is currently in its development phase, showcasing scenes from various Grand Prix events in the 2023 season.

Hamilton has taken on the role of co-producer for this film titled ‘Apex‘, which will be directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. Initially expressing gratitude to Liberty Media and Stefano Domenicali for facilitating the film’s swift development, Hamilton emphasized the movie’s potential to expand Formula 1’s fan base, particularly in the United States. He also spoke about the importance of having multiple races in the country to foster continued growth.

Lewis Hamilton recognizes the unprecedented access that Formula 1 has granted to filmmakers, allowing them to capture the essence of live F1 races. This access, as Hamilton pointed out, wouldn’t have been possible a decade ago under the old management. He aims to captivate audiences on a larger scale than Netflix’s “Drive to Survive,” which itself has contributed significantly to Formula 1’s popularity, particularly in the United States.

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