Gigi Hadid

Gigi Hadid
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Name:
Gigi Hadid
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Birth date:
(30 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Los Angeles
Height:
5'10 ft ()
Weight:
126 lb (57 kg)
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Gigi Hadid Biography

Gigi Hadid is a renowned American model, a Victoria's Secret "angel", and ambassador for the cosmetic brand Maybelline. In 2016, she was named the International Model of the Year by the British Fashion Council.
Gigi Hadid – a world-renowned model
Gigi Hadid – a world-renowned model

Early Life and Youth

Gigi (Jelena Noura) Hadid was born on April 23, 1995, in Los Angeles, to businessman Mohamed Hadid and former model Yolanda Hadid (formerly van der Herik). Her mother has Dutch origins, while her father is Palestinian. Gigi's younger sister, Bella, and brother, Anwar, also pursue careers in modeling.
Gigi Hadid in her childhood
Gigi Hadid in her childhood
Gigi started her modeling career at just two years old when Paul Marciano, the designer and co-founder of Guess, noticed her. For several years, until she started school, Gigi posed for the Baby Guess line.
Gigi Hadid's very first photoshoot (Baby Guess)
Gigi Hadid's very first photoshoot (Baby Guess)
For a long time, she took a break from modeling and led the life of a regular schoolgirl. At her Malibu school, which she graduated from in 2013, Gigi was the captain of the volleyball team and was passionate about horse riding. At one point, she even dreamt of a professional sports career and was part of a junior Olympic volleyball team.
Gigi Hadid's mother was also a model in her youth
Gigi Hadid's mother was also a model in her youth
After finishing school, Gigi moved to New York and began studying criminal psychology at The New School. However, she soon left her studies to focus entirely on her modeling career.

Modeling Career

In 2011, Hadid returned to modeling, resuming her collaboration with Marciano. A year later, she became the face of Guess.
Gigi Hadid without makeup and in full glamour
Gigi Hadid without makeup and in full glamour
In the winter of 2014, shortly after signing with IMG Models, Gigi made her debut at New York Fashion Week, showcasing designs from the brand Desigual. That same month, she graced the cover of the renowned CR Fashion Book for the first time.
Gigi Hadid On Her Runway Walk, First Kiss, and Meeting Kobe Bryant
In the summer of 2014, Hadid, alongside Patrick Schwarzenegger (eldest son of Arnold Schwarzenegger), appeared in the fall-winter ad campaign for glasses designed by Tom Ford. Gigi also starred in the perfume advertisement for Velvet Orchard Fragrance by Tom Ford.
With Patrick Schwarzenegger
With Patrick Schwarzenegger
In 2015, Gigi was featured in the annual Pirelli calendar and became an ambassador for Maybelline. By February 2015, Hadid was the first-ever model to appear on the cover of CR Fashion Book twice. By May of that year, Gigi had participated in fashion shows for prominent brands like Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Michael Kors, Max Mara, and others. In December, she made her first appearance on the runway for the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.
Gigi Hadid for the Pirelli Calendar, 2015
Gigi Hadid for the Pirelli Calendar, 2015
Subsequently, Hadid graced the covers and pages of renowned magazines such as Vogue (USA, Paris, Italy, UK, Japan, Spain, Germany, Italy, China, etc.), Schön! (UK), Numéro (France), Allure (USA), W Magazine (USA), and Teen Vogue (USA), among others. Additionally, Hadid participated in several ad campaigns for brands like Guess, Versace, Balmain, Topshop, and Stuart Weitzman.
Gigi Hadid before and after plastic surgery (2012 and 2016)
Gigi Hadid before and after plastic surgery (2012 and 2016)
In early 2016, Gigi became a global ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger, starring in advertising campaigns for lingerie, clothing, and perfume. In collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger, she created a capsule collection named Gigi by Tommy Hilfiger.
Photo session for Sports Illustrated
Photo session for Sports Illustrated
In October 2016, in partnership with designer Stuart Weitzman, Hadid released a shoe collection titled the Gigi Boot. She also became an ambassador for Reebok, representing the #PerfectNever campaign.
Gigi Hadid Reebok PerfectNever
In December 2016, Gigi debuted at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show "with wings". That same month, she was honored with the International Model of the Year award at the British Fashion Awards.
Gigi, the sweetest angel of Victoria's Secret
Gigi, the sweetest angel of Victoria's Secret
In 2017, Hadid graced the covers of Vogue in the US, UK, China, and the first edition of Vogue Arabia all in March. She also appeared on the covers of other fashion magazines and participated in numerous shows in global fashion capitals.
Shoot for the Penshoppe summer catalog
Shoot for the Penshoppe summer catalog
At the third annual Fashion Los Angeles Awards held by The Daily Front Row, for her collection in collaboration with Hilfiger, Hadid was bestowed with the Best Design Debut award.
Gigi Hadid's photo without retouching
Gigi Hadid's photo without retouching
During her pregnancy, Gigi took a break. However, after giving birth, she quickly regained her form and returned to work. Baby Khai was born on September 19, and by December 4, Hadid announced her return to the runway. Her physique wowed fans, showcasing a slim waist, flat stomach, and flawless skin.
Gigi Hadid quickly recovered form after giving birth
Gigi Hadid quickly recovered form after giving birth
In June 2021, Gigi Hadid announced she was stepping away from the modeling industry, wanting to give space to the younger generation. She admitted that the birth of her daughter changed her perspective on life, making her consider starting her own business with an office, where she could have a playroom for Khai.

However, the world-renowned model couldn't completely leave the runway. She occasionally appears in major shows, like opening for Versace in March 2023.
Gigi Hadid at Versace Autumn/Winter 2023
Gigi Hadid at Versace Autumn/Winter 2023

Gigi Hadid's Personal Life

From November 2013 to May 2015, Gigi dated musician Cody Simpson.
Gigi Hadid and Cody Simpson dated for 1.5 years
Gigi Hadid and Cody Simpson dated for 1.5 years
After breaking up with the Australian, she began dating Zayn Malik, a former member of the British boy band One Direction. In May 2016, the couple graced the pages of Vogue. In December of the same year, they released the music video for "Pillowtalk," ending all rumors that they were "just friends."
Zayn Malik – Pillowtalk
In late April 2020, an insider told TMZ that Gigi was expecting a child with Zayn Malik. By the end of September that year, the couple welcomed their daughter, Khai. Gigi and Zayn broke up in October 2021.
Gigi Hadid's measurements: 89-63-89
Gigi Hadid's measurements: 89-63-89
In September 2022, tabloids began speculating about a romance between Gigi and Leonardo DiCaprio. Insiders stated they enjoyed each other's company. Neither confirmed nor denied the relationship. A year later, sources revealed the model and actor were no longer together, though they still communicate. Gigi's priority is her daughter, and she doesn't want a serious relationship until Khai is older.
Gigi Hadid and her daughter Khai
Gigi Hadid and her daughter Khai
In 2014, Gigi revealed she suffers from Hashimoto's disease, a chronic thyroid condition.

Gigi Hadid Now

Having partially left the modeling world, Hadid is steadily realizing her dream of having her own business. In April 2022, she debuted as a designer, collaborating with her longtime friend Francesca Aiello on a swimsuit collection for Frankies Bikinis.
Gigi Hadid and Francesca Aiello in a photo shoot for Frankies Bikinis
Gigi Hadid and Francesca Aiello in a photo shoot for Frankies Bikinis
That same year, Gigi launched a clothing line made of cashmere fabric called Guest in Residence. In an interview celebrating the brand's launch, she admitted to being always cold, feeling chilly even when others are sweating from heat. When she moved from Los Angeles to New York, she struggled with the cold winters, and her parents sent her their cashmere sweaters. Those became her inspiration for the collection.
In 2022, Gigi Hadid launched her own clothing brand
In 2022, Gigi Hadid launched her own clothing brand

Gigi Hadid: latest news and articles

  • The most important is to find something else besides modeling because it`s not possible to work as a model long time and Gigi Hadid still didn`t do anything except modeling.
    2021-05-13 18:11:23
  • Gigi Hadid is an interesting and charismatic model. Camera loves her and a lot of fashion designers otherwise how so young girl can have a big fee.
    2021-04-29 20:26:03
  • Interesting, if Gigi Hadid didn`t have a famous father and model mother, could she be such a famous model?
    2021-04-06 22:05:20
  • Very beautiful Gigi Hadid, her face, her body and how she is walking on the runway. Every guy is always happy to see her.
    2021-03-25 20:12:43
  • There is nothing special in Gigi Hadid`s appearance. If she will clean her professional makeup, she will be an ordinary girl.
    2021-01-11 10:37:04
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