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All Your Questions About Gigi Hadid, Answered

Absolutely everything we know about the bronde bombshell

Gigi Hadid is a name synonymous with the fashion industry and one of the most recognisable faces around. Frequently pictured partying with her bestie, fellow supermodel Kendall Jenner, and little sister Bella, Hadid started modelling when she was just two years old, cementing her status as a style icon by the time she was just 20.  

Because we’re just as obsessed as you are with any and all Gigi Hadid news, we’ve put together this comprehensive list of everything you need to know about your fave Hadid sister.

Who is Gigi Hadid and why is she famous?

Gigi is an American model who’s walked in New York Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, Paris and Milan, co-hosted the Daily Front Row’s Fashion Media Awards event, and has walked for fashions houses like Versace, Chanel, Fendi, Marc Jacobs, Balmain, Tommy Hilfiger and Fenty x Puma.

What is Gigi Hadid’s real name?

It turns out ‘Gigi’ is just a nickname for the blonde-haired model: her real name is Jelena Noura Hadid.

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Gigi Hadid walking in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2016

How old is Gigi Hadid?

Gigi is the ripe young age of 23 and her birthday is the 23rd of April 1995.

How tall is Gigi Hadid?

Being a model requires height, and height Gigi has! She is an impressive 5 ft 10 in (1.78m).

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Gigi Hadid walking the Moschino show during Milan Fashion Week 2018

What is Gigi Hadid’s diet?

According to reports, the supermodel has a very healthy workout and diet regime. Hadid will start her morning with two eggs and a coffee and spend the rest of her day eating fairly clean (think lean proteins and loads of vegetables). Gigi has said her favourite cheat meals are McDonalds and ice cream (same).

Does Gigi Hadid have Hashimoto disease?

Yes. The model experienced weight loss which she put down to a condition called ‘Hashimoto’ an illness that affects the thyroid. Unfortunately, the Hadid family has been plagued by serious illnesses, with her mother, sister and brother all being diagnosed with Lyme disease.

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Anwar Hadid, Gigi Hadid, Yolanda Hadid and Bella Hadid attend the book signing of Yolanda Hadid’s new book ‘Believe Me: My Battle with the Invisible Disability of Lyme Disease’ in 2017

Who are Gigi Hadid’s parents?

Gigi is the spawn of former model and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Yolanda Hadid, and real estate developer Mohamed Hadid. Her mum, Yolanda, is Dutch and her dad Mohamed is Palestinian.

How many siblings does Gigi Hadid have?

Gigi has two younger siblings, a sister Bella (you may have heard of her) and brother Anwar Hadid, who are both models. Hadid also has two older paternal half-sisters, Marielle and Alana, who she’s very close to as well. 

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Gigi Hadid, Anwar Hadid and Bella Hadid at the 2015 ‘Global Lyme Alliance’ Gala

What is Gigi Hadid’s net worth?

Gigi Hadid made a mind-boggling $9.5 million just last year alone, with her total net worth estimated at $13 million. Not bad for a 23-year-old.

Is Gigi Hadid religious?

Hadid is Muslim and was raised observant by their father. Gigi and her sister Bella have been proudly vocal about their religion, especially in the current political climate.

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Yolanda Hadid, Gigi Hadid and Mohamed Hadid attend the TommyXLewis Launch Party 2018

Who is Gigi Hadid’s boyfriend?

Gigi Hadid is currently dating ex-One Directioner Zayn Malik. The pair briefly split earlier this year after two years of dating but have since rekindled their relationship and are currently going strong.

Does Gigi Hadid wear glasses?

Gigi may be the brand ambassador for Vogue Eyewear, but it turns out the model doesn’t actually need glasses (she just looks really good wearing them).

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Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid at the Givenchy show during Paris Fashion Week 2017

Who are Gigi Hadid’s closest friends?

Gigi Hadid is BFF’s with fellow model Kendall Jenner as well as being a proud member of Taylor Swifts infamous squad.

Has Gigi Hadid ever had plastic surgery?

Although there will always be rumours of a nose job or Botox, Gigi insists she has never gone under the knife and has no desire to.

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Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid at the BALMAIN X H&M collection launch 2015

Has Gigi Hadid ever posed nude?

Gigi Hadid has bared all plenty of times including for Tom Ford, Vogue Paris and Versace. Spoiler alert: the girl looks good naked!

Does Gigi Hadid have any tattoos?

As far as we know Gigi has just one tattoo and it’s a very small broken love heart. The tatt matches that of BFF Kendall Jenner and friends Cara Delevingne and Hailey Baldwin, which they all got to commemorate their friendship.

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Gigi Hadid walking in the Savage x Fenty show during New York Fashion Week 2018

Which is Gigi Hadid’s best red-carpet look?

Gigi has many memorable outfits over the years, but who didn’t love the Tommy Hilfiger futuristic inspired dress she wore to the 2016 Met Gala? Plus, the matching metal sleeves on Zayn Malik, perfection.

Is Gigi Hadid on social media?

Gigi is on both Instagram and Twitter, and we highly recommend a follow if you love your feed to be filled with stunning shots of the bronde bombshell and her celeb pals.

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Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid attend the Met Gala 2016

Is Gigi Hadid a Victoria’s Secret Angel?

While she’s not at Angel status just yet, Gigi has walked the coveted runway twice and is set to strut her stuff for the lingerie brand again this year.

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Bella Hadid and Gigi Hadid at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show after party 2016

What brands does Gigi Hadid work with?

Gigi Hadid has worked with almost too many labels to list, but her most notable work has been her collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger, a brand ambassador for Maybelline and Vogue Eyewear, and one of the spokespeople for Reeboks #BeMoreHuman campaign.

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Gigi Hadid taking a selfie with Tommy Hilfiger

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