Michael Schumacher: 8 Facts You Didn’t Know

Known for his driving prowess and stunning flair on the track, Michael Schumacher has got an interesting character and tendencies off the road. One of his trademark habits is being an outdoor activities enthusiast. Besides driving, he is known to like other sports and has intriguing hobbies. He is also considered a down to earth and very humble man in all his dealings. He is liked by many but lives up to his expectations, which can be read outwardly from the way he lives his life. Here are some interesting facts about him.

Philanthropist

Michael Schumacher is considered one of the most generous men. He has donated to charities, given the poor and put up many structures consisting of schools, hospitals to mention just a few, to help the less fortunate. He put up a haven for war victims in Senegal. He also gave an Indian cricket player a Ferrari 360 Modena.

Loves Pets

One of his fond habits is spending time with pets. At one time he got into a petty squabble with the local police in Brazil over a dog. He had visited the country with his wife who ended up liking a certain local breed. He then decided to go get it and, in the process, together with the taxi driver, collided with the local authority. He has got two dogs.

Family Man

He married in 1995 and has got children. He and his brother, his stepbrother too, are said to be close. He spends time with his family and even goes on outdoor escapades with his children. He has got a daughter and a son.

Survivor

Not many get to see the light of day. After his mishap that almost took away his life, he fortunately survived. Having survived the pangs of death, all around the globe are glad that he is alive, though having scathed injuries.

Safety Protagonist

Seeming to have an unquenchable thirst for speed, he is known for his safety campaigns. He has ben on many advertisements speaking out the need for safety on the road. He was on the Bacardi advertisement which ran for a very long period all about road safety. He has been on films, tv and other media supported by public relations, franchises and other engagement on the road safety campaigns.

Good Will Emissary

Michael Schumacher is a man with a big heart. It’s no worry he gets to be an Ambassador for UNESCO as well as the appointed Ambassador to the Republic of San Marino.

Dislikes the Spotlight

Whether on the track or in his private life, Michael Schumacher is one who totally dislikes the celebrity spotlight. He is known to lead a private life and keep to himself together with his family. He settled in into a new area covering a huge pile of land having a private beach, a petrol station, with many more classical features.

Globe’s 1st Billionaire Sportsman

The hand that gives is the hand that receives. A tycoon is a befitting word as he is ranked as the second highest paid sportsman as well as top seventeen of the wealthiest celebrity lists. He has a very powerful and respectable persona. He was the only driver to be allowed by Ferrari to drive the Ferrari FXX, which featured in the BBC Top Gear show.

Among many other features and facts about Michael Schumacher, there are some that will never be forgotten. He is and continues to be a legend of his time.