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Gigi Hadid's family shares their opinion on her relationship with Bradley Cooper

Cooper, 50, and Hadid, 30, have been quietly heating up since they were first linked in October 2023


Shirley Gomez
Senior Writer
MAY 8, 2025 11:46 AM EDT

It looks like "A Star Is Born"—again! But this time, it's Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper making headlines, and according to those closest to the couple, their love story is getting rave reviews from her family, the toughest critics of all.

Sources tell PEOPLE that the Hadid clan is fully on board with Gigi's new leading man. "Gigi's family is so happy for her, and they absolutely adore Bradley," the insider shared. "He is such a gentleman and he blends so seamlessly into their family." 


Gigi Hadid is seen at the 2025 Costume Institute Benefit Gala celebrating the opening of the Exhibition "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style"  on May 5, 2025 in New York City.  (Photo by NDZ/Star Max/GC Images)© GC Images
Gigi Hadid is seen at the 2025 Costume Institute Benefit Gala celebrating the opening of the Exhibition "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" on May 5, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by NDZ/Star Max/GC Images)

Family-Approved Romance

Cooper, 50, and Hadid, 30, have been quietly heating up since they were first linked in October 2023, and now it seems their relationship has gone from red-carpet whispers to full-blown family integration. Gigi's mom, Yolanda, and sister, Bella, are apparently all in. "They love Bradley," the source added, "but the main thing they care about is that he treats Gigi with love and respect."

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid are seen attending Hadid's 30th birthday at Le Chalet in Midtown on April 25, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon/GC Images)© GC Images
Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid are seen attending Hadid's 30th birthday at Le Chalet in Midtown on April 25, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon/GC Images)

"He's different from any of Gigi's past relationships," the insider emphasized, "and they've never seen her this happy with a partner before." That's saying something, considering Gigi's exes include high-profile names like Zayn Malik (with whom she shares 4-year-old daughter Khai).

Bonus Dad Energy? 

It's not just Gigi and her family that Cooper is vibing with; his daughter Lea, 7, whom he shares with ex-Irina Shayk, is also reportedly hitting it off with Khai. "Bradley's daughter is so sweet and gentle with Khai," said the source. Picture that blended brunch and try not to melt.

Bradley Cooper and his daughter Lea De Seine© TIMOTHY A. CLARY
Bradley Cooper and his daughter Lea De Seine

Gigi and Bradley have reportedly bonded over shared values, co-parenting goals, and a mutual aversion to fame-hungry antics. In other words, it's less Hollywood drama and more cozy weekends, cartoon marathons, and kid-friendly birthday parties.

Speaking of which…

Gigi may be notoriously private, but when she posts the kiss, fans know it's official. On May 5, she shared a 20-photo Instagram dump celebrating her 30th birthday, and nestled in the carousel was a golden nugget, a sweet, slightly blurry snap of her kissing Cooper, hands on his face, surrounded by friends and a chocolate three-tier cake. "I had the best time celebrating, and it's a blessing to feel so loved!!" she captioned the post. 

From Backyard Meet-Cute to Met Gala Magic

In her Vogue April cover story, Gigi revealed she met Cooper at a kid's birthday party. "You want to give yourself a normal experience of dating, and even for my friends who aren't public figures, that's hard," she said. "And then there's another added layer of privacy and security."

But even with the spotlight on, Gigi isn't holding back anymore. While walking the red carpet at the 2025 Met Gala, she casually told Vogue's Emma Chamberlain, "I woke up. I was with my man. We had a chill morning with some laughs." Chamberlain looked shocked, and the internet went wild.

Gigi Hadid is seen leaving the Vogue Pop Up Event on March 29, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images)© GC Images
Gigi Hadid is seen leaving the Vogue Pop Up Event on March 29, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images)

While they haven't said the "L" word publicly (yet), it's clear that this relationship is grounded, intentional, and backed by family love on both sides. They've found a rhythm that works.

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