Gigi Hadid recently delighted her fans by sharing some heartwarming moments with her 3-year-old daughter, Khai, whom she shares with ex-partner Zayn Malik. The supermodel, who is currently dating Bradley Cooper, posted a series of photos on Instagram, giving a rare peek into their summer adventures.
In the June 19 post, the 29-year-old showcased her toned physique while waterskiing and strutting her stuff. Meanwhile, little Khai was seen enjoying the beach, running through the forest, and sitting by a pond with her mom. Gigi captioned the post, “..been summering!”
Both Gigi Hadid and Zayn have been cautious about keeping Khai out of the public eye. Zayn, who moved to a farm in rural Pennsylvania, explained his decision in a March interview with L’Officiel magazine. “When I found out my partner was pregnant, I thought this would be a great place to raise a child because there’s so much for her to do here,” he said. “So, we spend a lot of time outside.”
Zayn, who split from Gigi Hadid in 2021, also shared that Khai has inherited some musical talents from her mother. “She’s got a bit of rhythm when she’s hitting the drums,” he revealed on The Zach Sang Show in May. “Her mom was really good at Guitar Hero on the drums, and I think she got that from her.”
Gigi Hadid’s recent Instagram post on July 31 further showcased their summer fun. The model shared ten photos, captioning them, “Best of summer! 🙏💌🪴🍦.” In one photo, Khai, whose face was kept out of the frame, leaned over the side of a boat to look at the water. Another snapshot showed her in a summery dress, holding a container of blueberries.
Gigi Hadid also included a black-and-white photo of Khai sitting in a cart and a picture of her daughter wearing checkered boots with bows. The mother-daughter duo enjoyed various summer treats, including bear-shaped pancakes and matching pink popsicles.
Fans were quick to comment on how fast Khai is growing up. “Omg she is so big already 💕,” one wrote. Another added, “Feels like she was born yesterday 🥺🤍.” One user simply said, “omg my heart is melting.”
Earlier this year, Gigi Hadid expressed her joy about being a young mom in an interview with The Sunday Times. She became a mother at 25 and described the experience as “a blessing.” “I always wanted to be a mom, but I was never obsessive about it,” she said.
In 2021, Gigi Hadid pleaded with paparazzi and media outlets to blur Khai’s face in any photos to allow her to have a normal childhood. “Our wish is that she can choose how to share herself with the world when she comes of age,” Gigi wrote on Instagram. “It would mean the world to us if you would PLEASE blur her face out of images.”
Gigi Hadid’s mom, Yolanda Hadid, also shared a rare glimpse into Khai’s life on her first birthday. Yolanda posted never-before-seen photos of Khai enjoying the outdoors at their Pennsylvania farm. “Happy first birthday to our Angel Khai,” Yolanda captioned the post. “No words can express how much love and joy you have brought into our lives.”
Gigi Hadid and Zayn have been co-parenting Khai since their split. A source told Us Weekly that they are doing “the best they can” to make their situation work for their daughter’s well-being. “They like to spend time away from the city because it’s more safe, quiet, and exclusive,” the source added.
Despite their efforts to keep Khai out of the spotlight, Gigi occasionally shares glimpses of their life together. In a recent Instagram post, she shared photos from various modeling gigs and a brief look at life with Khai. “Some recents, some not-so-recents, but better late than never 💕🍓,” she captioned the post.
Gigi’s friends and family have also praised her as a doting mother. Tan France, her co-host on Next in Fashion, said, “She’s an amazing mom. I’ve gotten so many tips from her.” He added that Gigi was the first to send him a care package when his son was born, including a Baby Brezza, a sound machine, and other essentials.
Gigi Hadid continues to navigate her career and motherhood, she remains committed to giving Khai a normal and happy childhood. Her recent posts offer a rare and cherished glimpse into their life together, filled with love, joy, and summer adventures.
