Gigi Hadid on love, privacy, and finding happiness with Bradley Cooper
Pranjal Chandra | Mar 12, 2025, 22:44 IST
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Gigi Hadid shares insights into her private relationship with Bradley Cooper, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, mutual support, and maintaining normalcy despite fame. They met at a friend's child's birthday party and have adopted a lowkey approach. Hadid appreciates Cooper's influence on her confidence, particularly exploring new avenues like theater.
Gigi Hadid has spent most of her life in the public eye, but when it comes to her relationship with Bradley Cooper, she’s taking a more private approach. In a rare interview, the supermodel opened up about her romance with the Academy Award-nominated actor, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, mutual support, and maintaining a sense of normalcy despite their high-profile status.
For Hadid, dating in the spotlight has always come with challenges. The 29-year-old, who shares a daughter, Khai, with ex Zayn Malik, has long been a tabloid fixture. However, in her relationship with Cooper, she’s found a partnership built on mutual respect and a shared understanding of life in the limelight.
Speaking to Vogue in an interview published on March 11, Hadid described Cooper as a creative force who has positively influenced her outlook.
“I respect him so much as a creative,” she shared. “And I feel that he gives so much to me: encouragement and, just, belief. For those people you admire to encourage you, it can create so much belief in yourself. Like, what’s the worst thing if I auditioned for this? You jump and take the leap.”
Her words hint at a newfound confidence, possibly even in the realm of acting, where Cooper has undoubtedly left his mark. While Hadid has primarily built her career in the fashion industry, Cooper’s extensive experience as an actor and director may have inspired her to explore new opportunities.
Hadid and Cooper’s romance wasn’t born out of Hollywood glitz or red carpet encounters but rather through an unexpected and charmingly ordinary moment.
“I met him at a backyard birthday party for a mutual friend’s child,” she revealed.
This kind of organic connection, away from flashing cameras and staged introductions, set the tone for their relationship—a partnership grounded in real-life moments rather than the spectacle of celebrity romance.
Hadid and Cooper have remained notably lowkey throughout their relationship, a rarity in the age of social media and instant headlines. Unlike many celebrity couples who openly share their love stories, Hadid and Cooper have intentionally kept their bond out of the spotlight.
“It’s just not part of our relationship to share for whatever reason,” she explained.
For Hadid, the lessons of growing up in a famous family—being the daughter of former model Yolanda Hadid and real estate developer Mohamed Hadid—have shaped how she navigates public attention. The model-turned-businesswoman has developed a thick skin when it comes to media speculation and chooses to focus on what truly matters.
“You just have to let it go,” she said. “You can’t always correct everything.”
Despite their status as household names, Hadid and Cooper have managed to carve out a sense of normalcy in their relationship. One of their favorite pastimes? Attending the theater.
“Bradley has opened me up to going to the theater more,” Hadid shared. “And that’s something that’s so nice to bring back into my life.”
It’s these seemingly small but meaningful experiences that solidify their connection. Unlike lavish public displays of affection or extravagant vacations, their moments together reflect a desire to experience life away from the public gaze.
Yet, maintaining privacy in a world that constantly seeks access to their lives remains a challenge.
“You want to give yourself a normal experience of dating,” Hadid admitted. “Even for my friends who aren’t public figures, that’s hard. Where do you go? And, what? You just start talking to people?”
Hadid acknowledges that being in a high-profile relationship comes with an added layer of scrutiny and potential betrayal.
“You want to believe that people are going to have your back and not call TMZ or go on Deuxmoi or whatever, but you just don’t know.”
Despite the challenges of fame, Hadid remains grateful for where she is in life—both professionally and personally. She sees her relationship with Cooper as something to cherish, not something to showcase.
“I just feel really lucky,” she said.
Hadid’s reflections offer a glimpse into a relationship built on trust, admiration, and a shared desire for a life beyond the headlines. While the world may speculate, for Hadid and Cooper, what matters most is the connection they’ve found in their own private corner of the world.
For Hadid, dating in the spotlight has always come with challenges. The 29-year-old, who shares a daughter, Khai, with ex Zayn Malik, has long been a tabloid fixture. However, in her relationship with Cooper, she’s found a partnership built on mutual respect and a shared understanding of life in the limelight.
A connection built on admiration and encouragement
“I respect him so much as a creative,” she shared. “And I feel that he gives so much to me: encouragement and, just, belief. For those people you admire to encourage you, it can create so much belief in yourself. Like, what’s the worst thing if I auditioned for this? You jump and take the leap.”
Her words hint at a newfound confidence, possibly even in the realm of acting, where Cooper has undoubtedly left his mark. While Hadid has primarily built her career in the fashion industry, Cooper’s extensive experience as an actor and director may have inspired her to explore new opportunities.
A serendipitous beginning
“I met him at a backyard birthday party for a mutual friend’s child,” she revealed.
This kind of organic connection, away from flashing cameras and staged introductions, set the tone for their relationship—a partnership grounded in real-life moments rather than the spectacle of celebrity romance.
The challenges of dating in the public eye
“It’s just not part of our relationship to share for whatever reason,” she explained.
For Hadid, the lessons of growing up in a famous family—being the daughter of former model Yolanda Hadid and real estate developer Mohamed Hadid—have shaped how she navigates public attention. The model-turned-businesswoman has developed a thick skin when it comes to media speculation and chooses to focus on what truly matters.
“You just have to let it go,” she said. “You can’t always correct everything.”
Finding balance and normalcy
“Bradley has opened me up to going to the theater more,” Hadid shared. “And that’s something that’s so nice to bring back into my life.”
It’s these seemingly small but meaningful experiences that solidify their connection. Unlike lavish public displays of affection or extravagant vacations, their moments together reflect a desire to experience life away from the public gaze.
Yet, maintaining privacy in a world that constantly seeks access to their lives remains a challenge.
“You want to give yourself a normal experience of dating,” Hadid admitted. “Even for my friends who aren’t public figures, that’s hard. Where do you go? And, what? You just start talking to people?”
Hadid acknowledges that being in a high-profile relationship comes with an added layer of scrutiny and potential betrayal.
“You want to believe that people are going to have your back and not call TMZ or go on Deuxmoi or whatever, but you just don’t know.”
Looking ahead with gratitude
“I just feel really lucky,” she said.
Hadid’s reflections offer a glimpse into a relationship built on trust, admiration, and a shared desire for a life beyond the headlines. While the world may speculate, for Hadid and Cooper, what matters most is the connection they’ve found in their own private corner of the world.