Early Life and Education of Charles Leclerc: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Charles Leclerc. A timeline of key moments.

Charles Leclerc is a Monégasque Formula One racing driver currently competing for Ferrari. He achieved second place in the Formula One World Drivers' Championship in 2022. Over his eight seasons in Formula One, Leclerc has secured eight Grand Prix victories, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the sport.

Sections (5)

Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1976: Reference to French short film in 1976

In 2020, Charles Leclerc starred in Claude Lelouch's "Le Grand Rendez-vous", a remake of the 1976 French short film "C'était un rendez-vous", where he lapped the Circuit de Monaco in a Ferrari SF90 Stradale.

October 1997: Charles Leclerc's Birth

Charles Marc Hervé Perceval Leclerc was born on 16 October 1997 in Monte Carlo, Monaco.

Others born on this day/year

2015: Death of Jules Bianchi

In 2015, Jules Bianchi, Charles Leclerc's godfather, passed away.

2016: Joining Ferrari Driver Academy and Haas Development Driver

In 2016, Charles Leclerc joined the Ferrari Driver Academy and was signed as a development driver for Haas and Ferrari. He debuted at Fiorano, driving the Ferrari F14 T, and participated in free practice sessions for Haas at the British, Hungarian, German, and Brazilian Grands Prix. Following his performance at the British Grand Prix, he completed his first official test for Ferrari at Silverstone in the SF16-H. Despite rumors of graduating to Formula One with Haas, it was decided he would progress to FIA Formula 2 instead.

2017: FIA Formula 2 Season

In 2017, Charles Leclerc progressed to FIA Formula 2 with Prema, taking pole position and winning his maiden F2 victory at Sakhir. He also experienced challenges at his home round in Monte Carlo. Dedicated his pole in Baku to his recently deceased father.

2017: Death of Father

In 2017, Charles Leclerc's father, Hervé, died after a long illness, four days before Leclerc won the feature race at the Baku Formula 2 round.

2018: Named ambassador of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation

In 2018, Charles Leclerc was named an ambassador of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, helping to promote the benefits of learning to swim.

2019: Launched go-kart brand

In 2019, Charles Leclerc launched his own go-kart brand as part of a collaboration with Birel ART.

2020: Endorsement model for Giorgio Armani

In 2020, Charles Leclerc became an endorsement model for the Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani.

2020: Starring in Le Grand Rendez-vous (2020)

2020: Tribute for Sebastian Vettel at the 2020 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

In 2020, Charles Leclerc wore a tribute helmet for Sebastian Vettel at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which was their final race as teammates.

2022: Brother wins championship

In 2022, Charles Leclerc's younger brother, Arthur, won the Formula Regional Asian Championship.

2022: Voice Acting Debut in Lightyear (2022)

In 2022, in partnership with Ferrari, Charles Leclerc made his voice acting debut in the Italian-language version of Pixar's Toy Story animated spin-off film Lightyear.

Loading Video...

April 2023: Release of Debut Single "AUS23 (1:1)" in April 2023

In April 2023, Charles Leclerc released his debut piano-composed single "AUS23 (1:1)", referencing Ferrari's internal name for the 2023 Australian Grand Prix.

Loading Video...

2023: Auctioned Monaco Grand Prix equipment

In 2023, Charles Leclerc auctioned the equipment he wore at the Monaco Grand Prix, raising €368,800 for victims of the Emilia-Romagna floods; his helmet sold for a record €306,000.

2023: Controversy over Gilles Villeneuve Design in 2023

In 2023, controversy arose over Charles Leclerc's Gilles Villeneuve helmet design for the Canadian Grand Prix, after the Villeneuve family claimed he did not ask for permission. Jacques Villeneuve permitted it after talking to Leclerc.

February 2024: Release of "Dreamers" EP in February 2024

In February 2024, Charles Leclerc released his debut extended play, Dreamers, alongside French pianist Sofiane Pamart, charting in multiple countries.

April 2024: Launched LEC ice cream brand

In April 2024, Charles Leclerc launched his own ice cream brand called LEC, referencing his Formula One television graphics code.

November 2024: Appearance in 'Charles Leclerc – Supersonique' Documentary in November 2024

In November 2024, Charles Leclerc appeared in "Charles Leclerc – Supersonique", a Canal+ documentary, where he attempted aerobatics in a Dassault Rafale with the French Air and Space Force at Saint-Dizier – Robinson Air Base.

2024: Torchbearer for the Monégasque leg ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics

In 2024, Charles Leclerc served as a torchbearer for the Monégasque leg ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics.

2024: Tribute Helmets in 2024

In 2024, Charles Leclerc wore a tribute helmet to Jules Bianchi at the Japanese Grand Prix, the tenth anniversary of his fatal accident. He also wore a tribute for departing teammate Carlos Sainz Jr. at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

February 2025: Release of "MC24 / SIN24" Single in February 2025

In February 2025, Charles Leclerc released a two-sided single titled "MC24 / SIN24", featuring compositions from the Monaco and Singapore Grands Prix in 2024.

Loading Video...