With Lando Norris crowned the 2024 Formula 1 World Champion, his girlfriend, Margarida Corceiro, is embracing the spotlight alongside him. The Portuguese model, actress, and influencer has become a notable presence in the F1 paddock, gaining recognition that rivals Norris’s own fame on the track.
Margarida, affectionately known as Magui, was born in Santarém, Portugal, on October 26, 2002. She first captured the public’s attention as a teenage actress in Portuguese television dramas and later as a contestant on Portugal’s Dancing with the Stars in 2020. Since then, she has built a multifaceted career encompassing modeling, acting, and social media influencing. With over 2.2 million Instagram followers and more than 800,000 TikTok fans—including 13.1 million likes—she stands as one of Portugal’s most recognizable celebrities.
Her Instagram feeds blend fashion shoots, luxury yacht holidays, artistic portraits, and everyday lifestyle moments, giving followers a glimpse into her glamorous life. Beyond personal branding, Margarida co-founded the eco-friendly swimwear brand MISSUS and frequently models in its campaigns. She also collaborates with renowned international brands such as Intimissimi, Alo Yoga, and Kérastase, firmly establishing her own identity apart from her relationship with Norris.
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Acknowledging her impact, Forbes Portugal named Margarida the country’s most influential person on Instagram.
Rumors about their relationship began swirling in May 2023, shortly after Margarida’s reported split from footballer João Félix. The couple were photographed together in Monaco, fueling speculation. They were again seen publicly at the 2024 Monte Carlo Masters final but kept their relationship status private until August 2025. It was during the Hungarian Grand Prix that their romance was confirmed, with Norris sharing a victorious kiss with Margarida after his Budapest win.
Since then, she has become a consistent presence at Formula 1 races, often seen supporting Norris from the garage’s front row and in media coverage. However, her rising visibility has sparked controversy within the F1 community. Former McLaren teammate Carlos Sainz criticized the heavy focus of broadcasts on drivers' partners instead of on-track action, suggesting the production teams prioritize entertainment over the sport’s competitive elements.
Addressing the media attention, Margarida commented, “I don’t call the cameras. If they record me, they record me. Sometimes I don’t even realise I’m being recorded.” She has openly admitted to having little technical knowledge of Formula 1, emphasizing that her role is purely to support Lando.
Norris has described Margarida as someone he can “very much be myself with,” highlighting her down-to-earth nature despite her glamorous lifestyle.
Their relationship coincides with the peak of Norris’s career, as he secured a third-place finish at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to clinch his first F1 World Drivers’ Championship. This season, he consistently outperformed his teammate Oscar Piastri and racing titan Max Verstappen.
Throughout the highs and lows of the season—victories, technical disputes, and intense competition—Margarida has been a steadfast source of support for Norris. Together, they have emerged as one of the most captivating power couples in the Formula 1 paddock, undeterred by criticism and firmly focused on their journey ahead.