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Lawrence Stroll

Lawrence Stroll is a Canadian businessman and investor best known as the part-owner and executive chairman of Aston Martin and the owner of the Aston Martin Formula One team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Lawrence Stroll is a Canadian businessman and investor best known as the part-owner and executive chairman of Aston Martin and the owner of the Aston Martin Formula One team. He built his wealth in the fashion industry and has also been a prominent figure in motorsport through investments in Formula One. Forbes reported his net worth at US$3.9 billion as of March 2024.

Early life and business career

Lawrence Sheldon Strulović was born in Montreal, Quebec, in 1959 and is known professionally as Lawrence Stroll. He made much of his fortune in fashion and later became known as an investor and business executive.

Aston Martin and Formula One

Stroll became a major motorsport figure after leading the consortium that took control of Force India in 2018. The team was later rebranded as Racing Point and then Aston Martin for the 2021 Formula One season.

Family

Stroll is married to Raquel Stroll (née Diniz) and has two children, including Formula One driver Lance Stroll and singer-songwriter Chloe Stroll. His involvement in motorsport has been closely linked to his son's racing career.

Wealth and public profile

Stroll has been listed by Forbes among the world’s billionaires, with an estimated net worth of US$3.9 billion in March 2024. He is also widely recognized in Formula One for his ownership role and business influence.

Key facts

  • Canadian businessman and investor from Montreal
  • Part-owner and executive chairman of Aston Martin
  • Owns the Aston Martin Formula One team
  • His son Lance Stroll races for Aston Martin
  • Forbes net worth US$3.9 billion
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Canadian context

Stroll is a Canadian-born businessman from Montreal, and his family ties and motorsport ownership have made him a notable Canadian figure in international business and Formula One.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Lawrence Stroll?
Lawrence Stroll is a Canadian businessman and investor best known for his ownership role in Aston Martin and the Aston Martin Formula One team.
What is Lawrence Stroll's full name?
His birth name is Lawrence Sheldon Strulović.
What is Lawrence Stroll known for in Formula One?
He led the consortium that acquired Force India in 2018, later renamed Racing Point and then Aston Martin.
Is Lawrence Stroll related to Lance Stroll?
Yes. Lance Stroll is his son and competes in Formula One for Aston Martin.
What is Lawrence Stroll's nationality?
He is Canadian.
What is Lawrence Stroll's estimated net worth?
Forbes reported his net worth as US$3.9 billion in March 2024.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawrence_Stroll
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, family, Aston Martin role, net worth mention
  2. Formula1.com — https://www.formula1.com/en/drivers/lance-stroll
    Supports: Connection to Lance Stroll and Lawrence Stroll's takeover of Force India and transition to Aston Martin
  3. Aston Martin Formula One Team — https://www.astonmartinf1.com/en-GB/driver/lance-stroll
    Supports: Relationship to Lance Stroll and team ownership context