Mike Hawthorn

From Wikipedia John Michael Hawthorn (10 April 1929 – 22 January 1959) was a British racing driver. He became the United Kingdom's first Formula One World Champion driver in 1958, whereupon he announced his retirement, having been profoundly affected by the death of his teammate and friend Peter Collins two months earlier in the 1958 German Grand Prix. Hawthorn also won the 1955 24 Hours of Le Mans, but was haunted by his involvement in the disastrous crash that marred the race. Hawthorn died in a road accident six months after retiring; he was suffering from a terminal illness at the time.

Mike Hawthorn is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 5 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Ferrari: Race to Immortality (2017), Happiness and Love in Monaco (1959), Mike Hawthorn: On the Limit (2010), British Grand Prix 1958 (1958), The History of Motor Racing 1950s - A Golden Decade (2004). The recorded credits span 1958 to 2017, including 5 movies and 0 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.