John Michael Hawthorn 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... Wikipedia
Born: April 10, 1929, Mexborough, United Kingdom
Died: January 22, 1959 (age 29 years), A3, United Kingdom
Parents: Leslie Hawthorn and Winifred Hawthorn
Best finish: 1st (1955)
Teams: Jaguar Cars; Scuderia Ferrari