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Hamilton's bulldog Roscoe rakes in big bucks!

It's not your typical dog's life for Roscoe, Lewis Hamilton's bulldog, the pooch often jetting off to exotic spots with his well-known master as he enjoys the good life of a privileged canine.

But Roscoe's no mutt, and when it comes to business, he knows how to get the upper paw.

For the past year, the four-legged ankle-bitter has been part of a model agency in Los Angeles, where his handsome mug is raking in some big bucks.

"Roscoe is now part of a modelling agency and he has auditions, he will go up against ten or 15 different bulldogs, they will need a bulldog for a product," revealed Hamilton.

"He gets paid, $700 dollars a day, it’s ridiculous and he gets his treat, he loves it."

Like master, like dog. At least when it comes to star power.

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.