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Where was Gigi Hadid born?

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Gigi Hadid was born in Los Angeles, California on April 23, 1995. She is an American model and television personality.

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Birth PlaceLos Angeles, California, USA
Birth DateApril 23, 1995
Full NameJelena Noelle Hadid
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionModel and Television Personality
FamilySister of model Bella Hadid

Birth and Early Life

Gigi Hadid was born in Los Angeles, California on April 23, 1995. Her full name is Jelena Noelle Hadid. She grew up in a family with strong connections to the entertainment and fashion industries. Her father, Mohamed Hadid, is a real estate developer, and her mother, Yolanda Hadid, is a former model and television personality.

Family Background

Gigi has a younger sister named Bella Hadid, who is also a well-known model. She also has two older half-brothers, Anwar and Marielle, from her father's previous relationships. The Hadid family has Dutch, Palestinian, and American heritage. Gigi's mother was a successful model in the 1980s before becoming a television personality.

Rise to Fame

Gigi began her modeling career as a teenager and signed with IMG Models. She gained international recognition in the early 2010s and became one of the most successful models of her generation. She has worked for major fashion brands and walked in shows for top designers around the world.

Current Life

While born in Los Angeles, Gigi has lived and worked in various cities including New York, Paris, and Milan as part of her modeling career. She is active on social media and has expanded into television and other entertainment ventures beyond modeling.

Sources

  1. wikipedia.org (wikipedia.org)
  2. imdb.com (imdb.com)
  3. people.com (people.com)