Supermodel Gigi Hadid’s latest Instagram photo dump melted her fans’ hearts as she shared rare and tender snapshots of her and Zayn Malik’s daughter, Khai Malik.
The 29-year-old uploaded the photo album yesterday (February 9), quickly garnering more than 1.3 million likes and 1,800 comments from her followers, who were delighted to see the 4-year-old toddler having fun and enjoying happy moments with her mother.
“Some stuff I meant to share from the end of ‘24, but got the flu at the top of the year,” the model wrote. “Anyways, feeling very blessed always. Sending you love wherever you are.”
Fans were delighted by the images, with many pointing out how big Hadid’s daughter had gotten over the years.
“Khai is really growing so fast!” one user wrote. “She’s so big already! Time flies!” another fan noted.
Fans of model Gigi Hadid had their hearts melted after she shared tender photos of her daughter, Khai Malik, on Instagram
The photo dump features a mix of family fun and personal triumphs. Khai is seen marveling at a butterfly exhibit, getting up close with a horse, and exploring the city in a cherry-themed outfit.
The images also offered fans a peek into Hadid’s multifaceted life. She shared glimpses of bonding with her siblings Bella and Anwar Hadid, taking photos with them as they enjoyed a barbecue meal from Hard Eight BBQ, a Texan restaurant.
The model also celebrated milestones with her knitwear brand, Guest in Residence, which she launched in September 2022. Hadid included a small video in Korea, where the brand opened its first pop-up shop.
Miu Miu, an Italian high-fashion women’s brand, was also featured, as the model made a reference to it by including a photo of a couple of its leather shoes. Hadid was the centerpiece of the brand’s 2024 Leathergoods campaign.
Despite appearing in several photos, Hadid has made it a point to protect her daughter’s face from overexposure, only including the 4-year-old in pictures where she isn’t seen from the front.
Both Hadid and Malik have decided to co-parent the 4-year-old, after separating on “amicable” terms in 2021
Hadid and Malik began their relationship in 2015 while both were rising stars in their respective fields. They had met in November of that year at a Victoria’s Secret Party.
Their romance took on a new dimension in 2020 when they welcomed their daughter, Khai Malik, into the world. Now 4 years old, Khai is a living reminder of the brief yet impactful time the couple shared.
The pair broke up in October 2021, after reports that Malik had allegedly struck Hadid’s mom, Yolanda Hadid, during an argument, a claim that Malik denied.
At the time, Elle Magazine described the fight as a “nasty dispute” but stated that both were now on “amicable terms” and that they had agreed to move forward with a co-parenting agreement.
Sources close to the duo have noted that their decision to part ways was driven by a mutual recognition of the need to focus on individual growth while ensuring Khai’s happiness and well-being.
Hadid has since embarked on a new chapter in her personal life by dating actor Bradley Cooper. Malik, on the other hand, has decided to remain single and is focusing on being the “best dad” he can be to his daughter, according to his mother, Trisha.
“Such an adorable little one!” Hadid’s fans were delighted to see her daughter is healthy and having fun
