Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid: A Modern Love Story Unfolds
When Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid were first spotted together in New York City in October 2023, few could have predicted their romance would blossom into one of Hollywood’s most enduring relationships. Despite their 20-year age gap, the pair quickly found common ground as single parents to young daughters—Cooper’s Lea De Seine and Hadid’s Khai. A source close to the couple revealed that they were introduced through mutual friends and shared “a similar sense of humor,” which helped spark their initial connection. While their early days together were described as casual with sources noting that “things aren’t that serious right now,” the foundation for something meaningful was clearly being laid as “the attraction is there” between the acclaimed actor and supermodel.
As autumn turned to winter in 2023, Cooper and Hadid’s relationship steadily deepened. Their romance received a celebrity endorsement when Taylor Swift reportedly provided “a low-key place” for the couple to meet during their budding relationship. By December, the pair began subtly acknowledging their connection publicly—Hadid promoted Cooper wearing a flannel “shacket” from her luxury brand Guest in Residence on social media, while she supported him as he served cheesesteaks from a food truck in New York City. Their commitment grew more tangible when Cooper purchased a house in Hope, Pennsylvania, where Hadid also owned a residence. Though sources claimed the real estate move had “nothing to do” with their relationship, it certainly didn’t hurt that they now had properties in the same area as “things were going great” between them.
The spring of 2024 marked a new chapter as the couple began incorporating each other into their social circles and public activities. February saw them enjoying casual dates at New York City eateries, while April brought a couples’ getaway to Carmel-by-the-Sea with Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce. Their shared love of music became apparent as they were spotted dancing at Swift’s Eras Tour in Paris and rocking out to Stevie Nicks at the BottleRock Napa Valley festival in May. Throughout these public appearances, they displayed subtle but clear signs of affection—holding hands during concerts and staying close to one another in social settings. Their relationship continued to strengthen quietly behind the scenes, with neither rushing to make grand public declarations about their status.
By late 2024, Hadid began making rare public acknowledgments of Cooper in her life. When asked if he would watch her walk in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in October, she casually mentioned, “He’s watching from home tonight. He is on dad duty”—a simple statement that revealed much about their comfortable domestic arrangement. The couple’s shared interests extended beyond the glamour of Hollywood to sports, as they were captured cheering enthusiastically for the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL playoff game in January 2025. Their coordinated team gear—Cooper in an Eagles bomber jacket and Hadid in a letterman-style jacket with team colors—showed a couple increasingly in sync, both in their personal style and shared passions.
The most significant public acknowledgment of their relationship came in May 2025, when Hadid finally made their romance “Instagram official” to celebrate her 30th birthday. In a carousel of photos from her birthday celebration, she included a tender image of herself kissing Cooper while cradling his face in front of a three-tiered chocolate cake. Her accompanying caption spoke volumes about her state of mind: “I feel so lucky to be 30… so lucky to be a mom, friend, partner, sister, daughter, colleague to some of the most unbelievable humans!” The use of the word “partner” marked a defining moment in publicly recognizing Cooper’s place in her life, signaling that their relationship had evolved far beyond the casual beginnings described almost two years earlier.
By December 2025, Cooper and Hadid had settled into a comfortable rhythm as a couple, occasionally appearing together in public but largely keeping their relationship away from the spotlight. During a rare public outing in New York City, they participated in TikTok creator David Carmi’s “What Makes You Confident” video series, offering a glimpse into their philosophical outlook on life. Hadid shared that “finding joy” gives her confidence, while Cooper simply stated that “being alive” makes him feel self-assured. When asked for tips on building confidence, Hadid advised taking life “day by day”—perhaps a reflection of the measured approach that has helped their relationship thrive despite the public scrutiny that comes with their celebrity status. Their romance, which began with casual dates and progressed through shared parenting experiences, mutual friendships, and common interests, had matured into a partnership characterized by mutual respect and genuine affection, proving that sometimes the most unexpected pairings can lead to the most meaningful connections.
