Built to excite: A stunning Las Vegas premiere for a new dimension of performance with Brad Pitt, George Russell and the upcoming Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe

• Actor and film producer Brad Pitt becomes the new face of the upcoming Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door Coupe
• A high-energy stunt in Las Vegas kicks off the collaboration, featuring George Russell as a valet driver in a prototype
• First series-production model on the upcoming AMG.EA high-performance architecture to be launched in 2026

Affalterbach/Las Vegas. Mercedes-AMG is delighted to welcome Brad Pitt as the newest member of the World's Fastest Family. Known for his starring role in the Hollywood blockbuster F1® THE MOVIE and his unmistakable on-screen presence, Brad combines ambition, performance and a spirit of innovation – values that are deeply rooted in the DNA of Mercedes‑AMG. His passion for powerful, emotionally engaging cars makes him the perfect ambassador as AMG enters a new dimension of performance. Brad will represent the upcoming Mercedes‑AMG GT 4‑Door Coupe – a machine that is engineered to excite and which will celebrate its world premiere in 2026.

Las Vegas stunt with camouflaged prototype celebrates new collaboration
To mark this partnership, Mercedes‑AMG staged a spectacular high-energy stunt in Las Vegas, starring Brad Pitt, George Russell and a camouflaged prototype of the upcoming vehicle. The scene: Brad waits for his car at a valet stand - only to discover that the valet driver is none other than five-time F1 race winner George Russell. Behind the wheel of a Mercedes‑AMG GT 4‑Door Coupe prototype, George puts the car through its paces, offering a first look at the breathtaking precision, agility, and thrill that will define the new Mercedes‑AMG GT 4‑Door Coupe.¹

With this playful yet powerful appearance, Mercedes‑AMG prepares the world for the arrival of the upcoming all‑new Mercedes‑AMG GT 4‑Door Coupe – the first vehicle based on the future high-performance architecture AMG.EA.

"We’re thrilled to welcome Brad  Pitt to Mercedes‑AMG. His authenticity and his taste for the exceptional perfectly reflect the spirit of our upcoming four-door Coupe from Affalterbach, to be revealed in 2026. With this new Mercedes‑AMG GT 4‑Door Coupe, we’re redefining performance and creating a truly exciting, unforgettable experience."
Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes‑AMG GmbH and Head of Business Units Mercedes‑Benz G‑Class and Mercedes‑Maybach

"I've always been a fan of performance – both on screen and behind the wheel. That same dedication to performance and thrill is what defines Mercedes‑AMG and I am proud to be part of this next chapter."
Brad Pitt, Actor and film producer

"AMG has created something truly special here. I had an incredible day in Vegas with the Mercedes‑AMG GT 4‑Door Coupe prototype. The car feels fantastic, and I'm really impressed with the performance that AMG is bringing to the road. I think fans have something very special to look forward to."
George Russell, Mercedes‑AMG PETRONAS F1 Team driver

Revolutionary drive concept
The upcoming Mercedes‑AMG 4‑Door Coupe is based on the high-performance architecture AMG.EA and features a revolutionary new drive concept. Three axial flux motors and a direct-cooled battery deliver a new dimension of performance and outstanding continuous power. This summer, the CONCEPT AMG GT XX showcased the impressive performance capabilities of this technology with a record-breaking run in Nardò, southern Italy. The drivetrain of the upcoming series-production Mercedes‑AMG GT 4‑Door Coupe is based on the same technologies.

Contact:
Lena Kastner, +49 176 30994440, lena.kastner@mercedes-benz.com
Felix Siggemann, +49 176 30934605, felix.siggemann@merceds-benz.com 

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