Supermodel Gigi Hadid recently opened up about how she met her boyfriend, actor Bradley Cooper, showcasing a refreshingly normal start to their relationship. In Vogue’s April cover story, she recounted their first meeting at a casual backyard birthday party for a mutual friend’s child. This setting, far removed from the glamorous world they are accustomed to, marked the beginning of their relationship.
Hadid, now 29, enjoys dating the 50-year-old Cooper and finds their ordinary meeting comforting. She shared how challenging it can be to have a normal dating experience, emphasizing that this difficulty isn’t exclusive to celebrities. “You want to give yourself a normal experience of dating, and even for my friends who aren’t public figures, that’s hard,” Hadid told Vogue. She highlighted the additional challenge of privacy for herself and Cooper, expressing the need for trust despite potential media interception.
The couple was first linked in October 2023, following Hadid’s split from Leonardo DiCaprio and Cooper’s breakup with Irina Shayk. Since then, they’ve been seen together on various outings. According to People, a source close to them in January mentioned that there is no rush towards engagement, with both being content in their current state. “Neither are looking to rush anything, but that’s not to say they’re not very happy together,” the source added.
Hadid and Cooper often spend time with each other’s families, further cementing their bond. “Gigi has a free spirit personality and she brings out a fun side of Bradley,” the source said to People. Despite their high-profile lives, the couple maintains a low-key relationship. Hadid told Vogue that the intention is not to conceal anything but to treasure their private moments together.
This unique beginning and their current relationship dynamic highlight a refreshing normalcy in the lives of Hadid and Cooper. Their story stands out amidst the world of high-profile romances, signaling a promising future as they cherish their ordinary yet profound connection.
