10 Interesting and Unknown Facts About Gigi Hadid

Meraj Hashmi

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1. Who is Gigi Hadid?

Gigi Hadid is a famous supermodel in the fashion industry, renowned for her style and beauty.

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2. Early Life and Real Name

Gigi Hadid's real name is Jelena Noura Hadid. She was born on April 23, 1995, in Los Angeles, California.

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3. Multicultural Background

Her father, Mohamed Hadid, is a renowned Palestinian real estate developer, and her mother, Yolanda Hadid, is a former Dutch model. Her siblings, Bella Hadid and Anwar Hadid, are also active in the fashion industry.

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4. Sports Background

Before pursuing a career in modeling, Gigi played volleyball and had an interest in horseback riding during her childhood.

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5. Modeling Debut

Gigi began modeling at the age of two for Baby Guess.

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6. Professional Modeling Journey

Gigi made her professional modeling debut at New York Fashion Week in 2014. In 2015 and 2016, she participated in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and earned her "wings" for the first time.

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7. Top Model and Awards

In 2016, she was named "International Model of the Year" by the British Fashion Council. She also featured on Forbes’ list of the highest-paid models.

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8. Acting and Popularity

Gigi appeared in several music videos, including Zayn Malik's "Pillowtalk." In 2016, she hosted the American Music Awards.

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9. Personal Life

Gigi's relationship with singer Zayn Malik received significant media attention. The couple welcomed their daughter, Khai, in 2020. Even after becoming a mother, Gigi successfully continued her modeling career.

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10. Designer and Social Media Star

Gigi has collaborated with various fashion brands as a designer and has over 80 million followers on Instagram, where she shares glimpses of her fashion, family, and personal life.