Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton posted an Instagram tribute supporting Kim Kardashian after the death of her grandmother, Mary Jo “MJ” Shannon.
The public gesture highlights Hamilton's support for Kardashian during a family crisis, drawing attention to the couple's relationship during a period of mourning.
Kris Jenner announced the death of the family matriarch on Thursday. Mary Jo Shannon was 91 [1]. Following the announcement, Hamilton shared a series of messages and photos on Instagram to honor the memory of the deceased.
The images accompanying the post were taken during a lakeside vacation. In his caption, Hamilton urged his followers to “hold your people close,” reflecting on the importance of family and kinship in the wake of the loss [2].
Reports on the exact timing of the post vary. Some sources said that Hamilton shared the tribute on Thursday, while others said the post was made on Friday [3, 4]. Regardless of the specific day, the message was framed as an emotional plea for fans to cherish their relationships.
This tribute marks a rare public glimpse into the private support system of the couple. The post served as both a personal condolence to Kardashian and a broader reminder to the public about the fragility of life [2, 5].
““hold your people close””
The public nature of the tribute underscores the intersection of high-profile sports and celebrity circles, where personal grief is often shared via social media to provide a sense of community and collective mourning.
