Gigi Hadid recently shared heartwarming photos from her daughter Khai’s fifth birthday party on Instagram, sparking a sweet conversation with fans about co-parenting with ex Zayn Malik. The supermodel posted a carousel of images showcasing the intimate celebration, captioned “Celebrating you is the Best Day Ever, every year. Happy 5th Birthday to the light of my life! You are truly everything✨✨⚡️⚡️⚡️ so lucky & proud to be your mama!!!!!!!”.
When a fan commented, “I wish her dad would also be there,” Gigi responded with a rare and reassuring comment, “She was with us both on her birthday!!”, accompanied by a pink heart emoji. This exchange highlights the amicable co-parenting relationship Gigi and Zayn have maintained since their split in 2021 ¹.
Co-Parenting Insights
In a recent interview with Vogue, Gigi opened up about her co-parenting arrangement with Zayn, revealing that they plan their custody schedules months in advance. “Zayn and I do our custody schedules months in advance,” she explained. “That doesn’t mean that it doesn’t change here and there, but we help each other out and have each other’s backs.” This dynamic showcases their commitment to prioritizing Khai’s well-being above all else ².
A ‘Normal’ Birthday Party
Fans praised the down-to-earth nature of Khai’s birthday celebration, which featured arts and crafts, cake, and balloons – a refreshing departure from the often lavish parties thrown by celebrity parents. “I love how natural it is, like a real kid’s birthday,” one fan commented, with over 10,000 likes. Another fan echoed this sentiment, appreciating the “real and raw” moments captured in the photos.
Shared Commitment to Parenting
Gigi and Zayn’s dedication to co-parenting is evident in their actions. By maintaining a collaborative and loving relationship, they’ve created a stable environment for Khai to thrive. As Gigi noted in her Vogue interview, they’re navigating their partnership with “love, and a feeling of camaraderie,” ensuring their daughter receives the care and attention she deserves.
