Lawrence Stroll, born Lawrence Sheldon Strulovitch on July 11, 1959, in Montreal, is a Canadian billionaire, entrepreneur, and investor. He is best known as the owner of the Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team, the father of F1 driver Lance Stroll, and as a businessman who brought major fashion brands such as Tommy Hilfiger and Michael Kors to global prominence.
From Fashion Industry to Formula 1
Lawrence Stroll started his career in the fashion industry, successfully marketing brands like Pierre Cardin, Tommy Hilfiger, and Michael Kors. His strategic investments led to billions in profits, which paved the way for his entry into motorsport and, ultimately, Formula 1.
In 2018, Stroll purchased the struggling team Force India, renaming it Racing Point F1 Team. In 2021, the team was rebranded as the current Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team. Under his leadership, significant investments were made in technology, infrastructure, and drivers. His son, Lance Stroll, has been a regular driver for the team for years.
Lawrence Stroll’s Net Worth
As of 2024, Lawrence Stroll’s net worth is estimated to be over $3 billion USD. His wealth stems from successful investments in the fashion industry, the IPO of Michael Kors, and his shares in Aston Martin.
Lawrence Stroll’s Personal Life
Stroll is married to Raquel Stroll (née Diniz). He was previously married to Claire-Anne Stroll (née Callens) from Belgium. Lawrence and Claire-Anne have two children together: Lance Stroll and Chloe Stroll.
Stroll owns an impressive car collection, mostly consisting of Ferraris, including a 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO, a 1958 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, and a 1967 Ferrari 330 P4. He was once the owner of a Ferrari dealership in Quebec. Additionally, he owns other exclusive cars such as a 1996 McLaren F1 and a Ford GT.