Introducing Khai Hadid Malik, the adorable daughter of celebrity power couple Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik. From the early stages of Gigi’s pregnancy to their joyous announcement and the first glimpse of Khai, her parents have shared their journey on social media, giving us a glimpse into this precious little one’s life. Stay tuned as we dive into everything you need to know about Khai Hadid Malik.
Birth and Nationality
Khai Hadid Malik entered the world on September 19, 2020, to famous parents, Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik. Gigi, an American supermodel, and Zayn, a talented musician, welcomed their first child together in Pennsylvania, United States. Khai is surrounded by a loving family, including her grandparents Yaser and Trisha Malik, as well as Yolanda and Mohamed Hadid.
She also has the privilege of being the niece of supermodel Bella Hadid and model Anwar Hadid. While her parents kept her face private in photos, they did share glimpses of their adorable daughter on social media. Her name was revealed four months later in January 2021, but even before her arrival, her mom let the world in on the joyful anticipation through a beautiful picture of her baby bump. As of 2023, Khai Hadid Malik will celebrate her third birthday in September.
Gigi and Zayn’s Baby Girl, Khai: A Royal Name
Khai means ‘crowned’ or ‘royalty’ in Arabic. Both parents have tattoos of Khai’s name that match, and they also wear necklaces with her name on them.
Parents
Gigi Hadid- Mother
Gigi Hadid, originally named Jelena Noura Hadid, was born on April 23, 1995, in Los Angeles. Her mother, Yolanda Hadid, who is of Dutch descent, had a successful career as a model and appeared on the reality show Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Gigi’s father, Mohamed Hadid, a Palestine-born businessman, made his fortune through luxury property development, including Ritz Carlton hotels worldwide. However, his business faced financial difficulties, leading to bankruptcy in late 2019, largely due to the need to demolish a well-known Bel Air house.
Growing up in Santa Barbara, California, Gigi attended Malibu High School and graduated in 2013. She initially pursued studies in criminal psychology at The New School in New York City but eventually decided to focus on her modeling career instead. Gigi’s younger siblings, Bella and Anwar Hadid, are also successful models.
At the age of eight, Gigi’s parents separated. Yolanda later married music producer David Foster in 2011, but they divorced in 2017.
At the age of two, Hadid was discovered by Paul Marciano of Guess Clothing, which started her modeling career. She briefly worked with Baby Guess before focusing on her studies. In 2011, she returned to modeling and became the spokesperson for a Guess campaign in 2012.
She moved to New York City to continue her education and signed with IMG Models in 2013. In 2014, she made her debut at New York Fashion Week and appeared on the cover of CR Fashion Book Magazine.
Since then, Hadid’s career has continued to grow. She became the Model of the Year in 2015 and a spokesperson for Maybelline cosmetics. She has walked for numerous fashion brands and appeared on various magazine covers.
Hadid has also worked on campaigns for brands like Versace, Balmain, and Stuart Weitzman. She has collaborated with Tommy Hilfiger and launched her own collections. She has received awards and recognition for her contributions to the fashion industry.
Zayn Malik- Father
Zayn Malik, also known as Zain Javadd Malik, was born on January 12, 1993, in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. He grew up in East Bowling and attended Tong High School in Bradford. Despite facing challenges due to his mixed ethnicity, he pursued his passion for music and participated in school performances and rap creation.
Zayn gained popularity through the reality show “The X Factor” where he joined the boy band One Direction instead of pursuing a solo career. One Direction achieved massive success, selling millions of albums worldwide and earning significant revenue from tours.
In 2015, Zayn left the group and embarked on a successful solo career. His debut album, “Mind of Mine,” was released in 2016, featuring the hit song “Pillowtalk.” The album topped the charts in several countries, including the US. Zayn continued to release singles and collaborated with artists like Taylor Swift.
His second studio album, “Icarus Falls,” was released in 2018, followed by the single “Better” from his third album, “Nobody is Listening,” in 2020.
Zayn’s journey from being part of One Direction to establishing himself as a solo artist has been marked by success and recognition in the music industry.
Relationship between Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik have had their ups and downs, but their main focus is their daughter, Khai Hadid Malik. After dating on and off, Gigi announced her pregnancy with Zayn in April 2020. They welcomed Khai in September 2020 through a natural home birth.
Although they separated in October 2021 after an alleged incident involving Gigi’s mother, they are committed to co-parenting Khai. Despite tensions, Gigi wants to create a peaceful arrangement for the sake of their daughter. Gigi’s priority is Khai’s well-being, and she asks for privacy during this time.
While the relationship between Gigi’s mother and Zayn remains strained, Gigi is determined to ensure that Khai has a healthy relationship with her father. They strive to co-parent in a respectful manner. She keeps on sharing beautiful pictures of her on Instagram.
Khai’s World Adventure with Hadid
Khai and Hadid went on a fun trip together at the start of 2023. They enjoyed a sunny vacation in a tropical place. Hadid posted some pictures on Instagram to share their special moments. One photo showed Hadid giving Khai a piggyback ride, and another captured Khai happily playing in the ocean waves.
Bottom Line
Khai Hadid Malik is the precious daughter of celebrity power couple Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik. While her parents have shared glimpses of her life on social media, they have also prioritized her privacy. Gigi and Zayn, despite their separation, are dedicated to co-parenting Khai and ensuring her well-being. As we eagerly follow Khai’s journey, we can expect many more adorable moments and cherished memories with her loving family.
