Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper's Secret Romance Uncovered

Saying no to dating is so last season for Gigi Hadid.

A while ago, a mysterious picture emerged on social media, showing a 87-year-old woman with a sign that read “Dating Advice: Don’t”. This image was interpreted by many as a reflection of Bella Hadid’s current feelings about relationships.

But then she connected with Bradley Cooper and a new romance was born.

For about a year and half now, Hadid and the renowned director have been seen enjoying fall times in New York City together. At first, these encounters might have simply signified the start of a strong friendship. However, holding hands in London, spending Valentine’s Day together, and exchanging kisses during dinner dates left little doubt about their romantic relationship.

And what are Cooper, 50, and Hadid, 29, bonding over, you might ask?

In an interview with Vogue published on March 11, Hadid expressed her deep respect for him as a creative individual. She feels that he provides her with not only encouragement but also faith. To have those you admire to support you can instill a great deal of self-belief. For instance, if I were to audition for something, it would be a risk worth taking.

Instead of saying it was a “leap of faith,” it could be rephrased as “it was more about acknowledging what she required from a person when she joined forces with Cooper, following their encounter at a backyard party for a mutual friend’s child.

She clarified to Vogue, “It’s crucial to identify your desires and worth in a relationship. Once found, look for someone who is similarly self-aware about their wants and needs… Both individuals then strive independently to grow and become the best partners they can be together.

An astute observation, given that Hadid’s witty caution against dating was presumably inspired by her encounter with Leonardo DiCaprio, whom she briefly dated in 2022. It so happens that Irina Shayk and Bradley Cooper, who split in 2019, have maintained a close relationship as parents of their 7-year-old daughter Lea.

Meanwhile, Hadid also has a 4-year-old daughter named Khai with her former partner Zayn Malik. Interestingly, Malik is currently residing on a farm in Pennsylvania, which coincidentally is the hometown of Philadelphia Eagles enthusiast Cooper.

Despite the fact that Cooper resided in Los Angeles, where Hadid spent her childhood, for a long time, he eventually relocated to New York – the place Hadid has called home since graduating from high school – because it’s where Shayk’s career thrived.

Indeed, although these incidents might appear unrelated at first glance, I find myself struck by an uncanny sense of coincidence, making it all rather fortuitous.

It took a beat, though, for Hadid and Cooper to fully hard launch their relationship.

I had the privilege of accompanying my dear mom, Gloria Campano, to prestigious events such as the Golden Globes and the Oscars. Notably, Jimmy Kimmel acknowledged our frequent presence together during his monologue at these events. Furthermore, it was reported that Lea was by my side as my date at the 10th Breakthrough Prize gala last April, held at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles.

Lea graced the red carpet alone on this occasion, but it was a repeat visit for her at the museum, as she previously attended the premiere of “Maestro” in December. In this movie, Lea portrayed Leonard Bernstein’s daughter Jamie, who was played by Maya Hawke in an older role. Her father accompanied her to the event.

However, it appeared that the duo burst through the water’s surface – Cooper making appearances in photos from Hadid’s birthday celebration, taking a dip in the Mediterranean Sea during their Italian yacht vacation in September, and going about daily tasks in Venice Beach, California several months afterwards.

As a die-hard fan, my ultimate dream date is always taking in a Broadway show with my best buddies – and let me tell you, it’s all about the rhythm and blues!

Regarding them bringing their romance into the public eye, it seems unlikely that we’ll see a appearance of Cooper on Hadid’s Instagram. Although she referred to their relationship as “very romantic and joyful,” she also mentioned, “It’s simply not something we choose to share publicly for some reason.

In the past, I would occasionally share glimpses into my personal life with Malik, but our split in 2021 left me in a difficult position. Regardless of whether I chose to continue sharing or not, I felt trapped – damned if I did, damned if I didn’t.

She shared with British Vogue in 2018 that if she shares content similar to what one might expect from her relationship with her boyfriend, the comments are often negative, such as ‘It’s excessive’, ‘it’s staged’, or ‘it’s insincere.’ Conversely, when she doesn’t share enough, people question their relationship. She explained that it’s a constant struggle, but she does what feels authentic to her and strives to do so with honesty. All she can hope for is that people will recognize its sincerity.

As for seeing their romance unfold publicly on social media, particularly a appearance by Cooper on Hadid’s Instagram, it seems unlikely. Although she characterized their relationship as “romantic and joyful” in an interview with the fashion magazine, she also mentioned that they choose not to share aspects of their relationship for unknown reasons.

As a lifestyle expert, I can relate to the complexities of putting personal life on display, especially when it comes to a high-profile relationship like mine with Malik, which concluded in 2021. I found myself in a catch-22 situation – damned if I shared and damned if I didn’t.

In 2018, she shared with British Vogue that if she shares content that seems typical for someone in a relationship, the comments often suggest it’s excessive, contrived, or fake. On the other hand, when she doesn’t post enough, people question their relationship authenticity. It’s always a challenge, but she does what resonates with her truthfully and with honesty, hoping that people would understand it’s genuine.

Cooper, known for adoring the role of both director and actor in romantic tales, maintains a notoriously secretive stance regarding his own private affairs, often despite the persistent documentation by photographers.

However, they are not secluded figures, always holed up. Instead, feel free to indulge in the picturesque depictions of their growing relationship.

Speculations about a budding romance between Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid arose when they were seen dining out together at the popular Italian eatery, Via Carota, in New York City on October 5th.

On November 1st, the duo was spotted together once more, attending the off-Broadway production “Danny and the Deep Blue Sea“. Additionally, Bradley attended Gigi’s ladies night out on November 4th, dining at BondSt with Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Sophie Turner, Cara Delevigne, and Brittany Mahomes.

By the start of next year, Gigi and Bradley had progressed in their relationship to the point where they introduced each other to their families. Specifically, the renowned model dined with Bradley and his mother, Gloria Campano, at the popular restaurant Giorgio Baldi in Los Angeles following the 2024 Golden Globes on January 7th.

The couple publicly declared their relationship when they were spotted strolling together, hand-in-hand, during their trip to London on the 25th of January.

On Valentine’s Day, the couple proved to be anything but ordinary. Their romance blossomed even more during a trip to New York City, where they were observed walking hand-in-hand and dressed in coordinating attire.

On February 26th, Bradley took on the role of a caring partner while accompanying Gigi to her Guest in Residence shop.

I, being an ardent admirer, found myself utterly captivated by the heartwarming display of affection between Bradley and Gigi as they shared a romantic dinner at Via Carota on March 14. Remarkably, this wasn’t their first rendezvous at this enchanting venue, for it was here back in October that their love story began to unfold. This time around, they were graced by the presence of Antoni Porowski and Tan France from the renowned “Queer Eye” team. Notably, Tan France shares a professional connection with Gigi as they both served as co-hosts for “Next in Fashion.

On Broadway, the pair had a delightful evening out, attending a production of “Sweeney Todd“. Later, they even got to snap photos with cast member Joanna Carpenter backstage.

Among their preferred pastimes, attending a Broadway show and enjoying jazz music. Bradley has inspired me to go to the theater more,” Gigi mentioned in her April 2025 Vogue cover profile, several months following their visit to watch Alyssa Milano in “Chicago”, which has been delightful to reintroduce into my lifestyle.

Over a year since their New York City encounter fueled speculation about their relationship, the duo returned to the city and leisurely walked through the NoHo district.

2025-03-15 14:17

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