Gigi Hadid Height, Age, Parents, Partner, Siblings, Bio & Facts

Gigi Hadid Parents & Background:

The well known model, Gigi Hadid, comes from a diverse family background. She was born on April 23, 1995 in Los Angeles, California, and raised in Santa Barbara.

Gigi’s father, Mohamed Anwar Hadid, is a real estate developer of Palestinian origin, and her mother, Yolanda Hadid, is a former model and television personality of American-Dutch descent.

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Gigi Hadid’s parents

The couple divorced in 2000, and Yolanda went on to marry Canadian musician David Foster in 2011, although they later divorced in 2017. Despite these changes in her family dynamic, Gigi maintains close relationships with both of her parents.

Gigi Hadid’s Siblings:

Gigi is not the only one in her family with a career in modeling; her two siblings are also involved in the industry.

Bella Hadid, her younger sister, is a highly successful model in her own right, and the two have frequently worked together on modeling campaigns.

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Gigi Hadid’s brother and sister.

Meanwhile, Gigi’s younger brother Anwar Hadid is also a model. Furthermore, she has two older half-sisters from her father’s side, Alana and Marielle.

Education:

After graduating from high school in Malibu, Gigi moved to New York City to continue her education. She attended The New School and initially studied criminal psychology.

However, she eventually put her studies on hold to focus on her modeling career. Despite suspending her formal education, she has proven to be successful in her chosen field, becoming one of the most in-demand models in the industry.

Gigi Hadid Height, Age & Biography:

Gigi’s Profile:
Personal Life:
Full NameJelena Noura “Gigi” Hadid
Famous asGigi Hadid
Date of BirthApril 23, 1995
Age28 years 10 months (in March, 2024)
NationalityAmerican
ReligionChristianity
Zodiac SignTaurus
Birth PlaceLos Angeles, U.S.A
School/CollegeMalibu High School,
The New School, New York
Physical Stats:
Height5ft. 11″
(1.80m)
(180 cm)
Weight
Shoe sizeUS: 8.5, UK: 6.5, EU: 39.5
Waist25″
(64 cm)
Hair ColorBlonde
Eye ColorBlue-green
Family & Relationships:
FatherMohamed Anwar Hadid
MotherYolanda Hadid
SiblingsBela Hadid & Anwar Hadid
Marital StatusUnmarried
BoyfriendZayn Malik (ex)
Career:
ProfessionModel
Modeling Debut withGUESS
New York Fashion Week DebutFebruary 2014
AgencyIMG (International Management Groups) Models
Net Worth$29 million (2023)

Gigi Hadid Achieved Great Heights at Young Age in Modeling:

Hadid started her modeling career at the age of 2 years after Paul Marciano, co-founder of Guess (a clothing company), discovered her. So she started modeling for ‘Baby Guess.’ But she soon stopped as she got enrolled in High school. She was the captain of the volleyball team and a competitive horseback rider.

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Later, at the age of 15, Hadid returned to modeling and resumed working with Guess. A year later, in 2012, she was named as the face of the Guess campaign. She also shot three campaigns with the brand as an adult.

In 2013, IMG, an international modeling agency, signed her when she was just 17. In her deal with the agency, in an interview, she said, “My mom wouldn’t let me sign with an agency until I was 17. So that’s how I got back into it.”

The ‘Gigi Storm’ in Modeling:

After signing with the agency, Gigi Hadid made her New York Fashion Week debut aged 18 in February 2014 at Desigual. Subsequently, she got her big break in high fashion on the 2014 installment of CR Fashion Book titled “American Fairy Tale.”

In the same year, she appeared in Tom Ford’s eyewear campaign alongside the actor and model Patrick Schwarzenegger. She has also starred in other Tom Ford campaigns in 2014.

In 2015, she was named the Daily Front Row’s Model of the year. In the same year, she was named the brand ambassador of Seafolly and Maybelline.

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She then worked with many designers, including Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, and Max Mara. She appeared on popular magazine covers like Vogue, Teen Vogue, Allure, W Magazine, etc. Later, in December 2016, she appeared in her first Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

In 2016, she was named the global brand ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger’s campaigns for apparel and fragrances. She also co-designed a capsule collection with Tommy Hilfiger termed ‘Gigi,’ released at the New York Fashion Week Show in 2016.

She also endorsed other brands like Reebok and BMW that year. Subsequently, she appeared in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show for the second time, earning her wings for the first time.

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Hadid and Tommy Hilfinger presented their second ready-to-wear collection for the spring season in February 2017. The same year, Gigi also appeared with her sibling Bella in Fendi and Moschino spring campaigns.

She then released her first season of a new collaboration with Vogue Eyewear and Messika Jewelry. Its second season was released in the year 2018. She also collaborated with Reebok to design sneakers for them in 2019. The same year, she featured on International Vogue Covers.

The Photographer:

The 5 feet 11″ tall Gigi Hadid photographed the 2017 Versace’s campaign starring her boyfriend Zayn Malik and model Adwoah Aboah.

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Gigi with her ex-boyfriend

She also photographed a summer edition of V Magazine titled ‘Gigi’s Journal.’ The magazine includes pictures of her close friends, colleagues, and celebrities like Nicki Minaj, Franca Sozzani, Alessandro Michele, etc.

Awards:

  • First Annual Fashion Los Angeles Awards (2015) – Model of The Year.
  • MTV Awards (2016) – Best Look.
  • British Fashion Awards (2016) – International Model of the Year.
  • Third Annual Fashion Los Angeles Awards (2017) – Best Design Debut.
  • Teen Choice Awards (2018) – Choice Model.

TV Shows:

Apart from modeling Gigi Hadid has also appeared in Television shows and short movies. She made her acting debut in 2011 by Virgin Eyes. Later, she appeared in two more short films titled Those Who Wrecked by Success and Pirelli Calendar.

She also did a cameo in the comedy film Ocean’s 8. She also appeared in some reality shows like The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Master Chef, Lip Sync Battle, Next In Fashion, etc.

In 2023, she hosted a fashion competition show named “Next In Fashion”.

Facts about Gigi Hadid:

  • Gigi Hadid was born as Jelena Noura Hadid.
  • Despite being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, an incurable autoimmune disorder, Gigi manages its symptoms through medications.
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  • In 2007, Gigi contributed her vocals as a backup singer in Josh Groban’s Christmas album Noël.
  • Gigi is a Good Will Ambassador for UNICEF, where she advocates for children’s rights and wellbeing around the world.
  • While Gigi dislikes going to the gym, she enjoys boxing as a form of exercise.
  • Gigi’s modeling career took off in November 2014 when she debuted in the Top 50 ranking at models.com.
  • She won the International Model of the Year award at the 2016 Fashion Awards organized by the British Fashion Council.
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Gigi and Bella
  • Gigi and her sister Bella both made the Forbes list in 2018, a testament to their successful modeling careers.
  • She has hosted several awards shows, including the 2016 American Music Awards and the 2016 iHeartRadio Much Music Video Awards.
  • Gigi shares a daughter named Khai with her on-and-off partner Zayn Malik.

Who is Gigi Hadid’s boyfriend?

Gigi Hadid’s love life has been a subject of public interest, especially her relationship with singer Zayn Malik. However, their romance has been on-and-off throughout the years.

Prior to her relationship with Zayn, Gigi was in a two-year relationship with Australian singer Cody Simpson. She also made an appearance in Simpson’s music video for “Surfboard.”

In 2016, Gigi and Zayn started dating, and the couple quickly became the talk of the town. They were seen in each other’s music videos, graced magazine covers, and starred in ad campaigns together.

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Hadid with Zayn Malik

Despite their high-profile status, their relationship had its ups and downs, and they split and reconciled multiple times in 2018.

Eventually, Gigi and Zayn reunited in 2020 and confirmed their pregnancy, and in late 2020, Gigi gave birth to their baby girl, Khai. However, the couple split once again in 2021.

Recent rumors suggest that Gigi may be dating Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio, with sightings of the two spending time together in public. Although there is no confirmation from either party, it’s important to note that unfounded speculation and gossip is common when it comes to high-profile celebrities.

Frequently asked questions on Google:

  • Who is Gigi Hadid dating?

    Hadid was in relationship with singer and songwriter Zayn Malik.

  • How tall is Gigi Hadid?

    5 feet 11″ (180 cm or 1.80 meters)

  • What is the age of Gigi Hadid?

    28 years 10 months (in March, 2024)

  • Who are the siblings of Gigi Hadid?

    Bela Hadid & Anwar Hadid.

  • What is the weight of Gigi Hadid?

    Not Known

  • What is Gigi Hadid’s net worth?

    $29 million (According to some Independent Digital Sources) in 2023.

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