Khai Malik
| Khai Malik | |
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| Born | Khai Hadid Malik September 19, 2020 New Hope, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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| Known for | Child of Gigi Hadid |
| Notable work | Fit modelling for Guest in Residence |
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Khai Hadid Malik (born September 19, 2020) is the daughter of American fashion model Gigi Hadid.
Early life and family
Khai Hadid Malik was born on September 19, 2020, at her mother's family farm in New Hope, Pennsylvania. She is the first child of supermodel Gigi Hadid and English singer Zayn Malik.[1] Her parents, who have had an on-again, off-again relationship since 2015,[2] have confirmed their pregnancy in April 2020.[3] Following her birth, her family has spent a significant amount of time on the farm in Pennsylvania, away from the limelight. Her parents are highly protective of her privacy, making a conscious decision to not show her face publicly and on social media to shield her from scrutiny.[4] Her parents ended their relationship in October 2021 after reports of an altercation between her father, Zayn Malik and her grandmother, Yolanda Hadid.[3]
In late 2023, her mother, Gigi Hadid, and actor Bradley Cooper began a partnership.[5] Cooper has a daughter, Lea De Seine Shayk Cooper, from his previous relationship with model Irina Shayk.[6] According to sources close to the pair, Khai Malik and Lea Cooper have spent time together and have a "sweet" and gentle bond.[7] The two families have been blending their lives with Hadid and Cooper prioritizing their respective daughters while navigating their busy careers.[8]
Role in Guest in Residence
In a testament to a modern approach to fashion and family, Gigi Hadid's daughter, Khai Malik, has become a key part of the creative process for her mother's cashmere brand, Guest In Residence. This collaboration highlights how Hadid has found a unique way to merge her professional and personal worlds, with Malik at the center.
For the brand's upcoming children's collection, Malik and her best friend are the official "fit models".[9] This hands-on, playful approach to design allows Malik to ensure the garments are comfortable and functional. The design process is a charming mix of work and childhood fun. In an interview, Hadid humorously shared that the fitting sessions often transition into more typical kid activities, stating, "Khai tries on one dress and then she's like, 'Do you want to go to the donut store?'".[9][10]
Malik's role underscores Hadid's broader philosophy on intentionality, which she has adopted since becoming a parent.[9][11] Her daughter's influence has made her more thoughtful about her time and pushed her to choose work that is personally fulfilling.[11] This includes working on projects that align with her values, such as the sustainable and heirloom-quality cashmere pieces from her brand,[12] and finding ways to integrate her family life into her professional endeavors.[9][10]
Public profile and privacy
From birth, Khai Malik has been a subject of public and media attention due to her parents' public profiles.[13] In response, Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik have made a conscious effort to shield their daughter from the limelight. Their approach comes from the desire for her to have a "normal childhood," allowing her to live a life free from a "public image that she has not chosen".
This commitment to her privacy is most evident in her social media presence, where they have never intentionally shared a clear photo of Malik's face. In July 2021, Gigi Hadid issued a public plea to the paparazzi, the press, and fan accounts, asking them to "PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE blur her face out of the images" if and when she is caught on camera. This request was made as Khai began to show an interest in the world around her, making it harder for her parents to keep her covered in public. Hadid noted that she wanted her daughter to be able to experience the world "without the stress of the media circus that comes with parents who are public figures."[4]
References
- ↑ Ettinger, Zoë (2020-09-24). "Gigi Hadid may have given birth on a farm in Pennsylvania, according to a report". Business Insider. Retrieved 2025-08-23.
- ↑ "All About Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik's Daughter, Khai Hadid Malik". InStyle. Retrieved 2025-08-23.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "All About Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik's Daughter Khai". People.com. Retrieved 2025-08-23.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Team, ELLE (2021-07-06). "Gigi Hadid Asks Paparazzi And Press To Respect Her Privacy And Not Show Khai's Face". ELLE. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ↑ Schama, Chloe (2025-03-11). "The Many Lives of Gigi Hadid". Vogue. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ↑ "Bradley Cooper May 'Pop the Question' to Gigi Hadid in a 'Couple of Months'". ELLE. 2025-07-26. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ↑ "Bradley Cooper's Daughter Lea De Seine, 8, Is 'So Sweet and Gentle' with Gigi Hadid's Daughter Khai, 4 (Exclusive Source)". People.com. Retrieved 2025-08-26.
- ↑ "Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid's Daughters 'Spend Time Together': 'It's Very Sweet' (Exclusive Source)". People.com. Retrieved 2025-08-26.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 "'I work when my daughter is with her dad': Gigi Hadid on working and co-parenting baby girl with ex Zayn Malik". Hindustan Times. 2023-09-05. Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 "Gigi Hadid on learning to balance work and her personal life while co-parenting with Zayn Malik". Cosmopolitan. 2023-09-05. Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 "Gigi Hadid on Balancing Work and Motherhood: "You Have to Be Intentional"". Marie Claire. 2023-09-05. Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ↑ "Cashmere, Creativity, and Comfortability with Gigi Hadid". The WALK Mag. Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ↑ "Khai Hadid Malik: Everything About Gigi Hadid's Daughter With Zayn Malik - Dicy Trends". 2022-05-27. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
External links
- Khai Malik on IMDb
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