Early Life and Family Background
Gigi Hadid was born on April 23, 1995, in Los Angeles, California. She is the daughter of Palestinian-American real estate developer Mohamed Hadid and Dutch former model Yolanda Hadid. She has two younger siblings, Bella and Anwar, who also entered the entertainment industry. The family spent significant time between California and New York, shaping her early exposure to fashion and media.
Modeling Career and Major Milestones
Hadid signed with IMG Models in 2013 and quickly appeared in campaigns for Guess, Tom Ford, and Versace. She made her debut in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in 2015 and later walked for Chanel, Balmain, and Prada. She was named Model of the Year by Daily Front Row in 2016. She has also appeared on the covers of Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar.
Personal Life and Public Profile
Outside modeling, Hadid has been involved in philanthropy and appeared as a guest judge on America's Next Top Model and Project Runway. She has been in high-profile relationships, most notably with singer Zayn Malik. She continues to work in fashion and media while maintaining a public profile focused on her career and family life.
For additional details on her career timeline, see Gigi Hadid biography.
