History of Bella Hadid in Timeline

Isabella Khair Hadid, known professionally as Bella Hadid, is a prominent American model recognized globally. She has graced the covers of international Vogue editions 35 times and earned the title of Model of the Year from the British Fashion Council in 2022. Hadid's influence extends beyond the fashion world, as evidenced by her inclusion in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in 2023.

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1993: Previous Vogue September Covers Record Holder

In 1993, Linda Evangelista previously held the record for most Vogue September covers in one year, a record that was later broken by Bella Hadid in 2017.

October 9, 1996: Bella Hadid's Birth

On October 9, 1996, Isabella Khair Hadid, known as Bella Hadid, was born.

2012: Diagnosis of Lyme Disease

In 2012, Bella Hadid, along with her mother and brother, was diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease.

2013: Modeling Projects

In 2013, Bella Hadid modeled for Hanna Hayes' Fall/Winter Collection and did campaign work for Chrome Hearts.

2013: Previous Vogue September Covers Record Holder

In 2013, Doutzen Kroes previously held the record for most Vogue September covers in one year, a record that was later broken by Bella Hadid in 2017.

August 2014: Signed with IMG Models

In August 2014, Bella Hadid signed with IMG Models, marking a significant step in her modeling career.

August 21, 2014: Signs with IMG Models

On August 21, 2014, Bella Hadid signed with IMG Models, marking a pivotal moment in her career.

2014: Moves to New York City

In 2014, after graduating from Malibu High School, Bella Hadid moved to New York City to study photography at the Parsons School of Design, later suspending her studies to focus on her modeling career.

February 2015: Runway Debut

In February 2015, Bella Hadid made her runway debut, walking for Tom Ford's Fall/Winter 2015 collection.

November 2015: Seventeen Cover and Modeling Campaigns

In November 2015, Bella Hadid appeared on the cover of Seventeen magazine. She also starred in Topshop's Holiday campaign and Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply's Fall 2015 ad campaign. Furthermore, she co-starred in Samsung's Fall/Winter Look Book with Xiao Wen Ju, incorporating technology and fashion.

December 2015: Chanel Debut and Modeling Engagements

In December 2015, Bella Hadid made her Chanel debut, walking for the first time for Métiers d'Art in Rome. She also walked for Balmain, Diane von Fürstenberg, Tommy Hilfiger, Marc Jacobs, and Jeremy Scott at New York Fashion Week.

December 2015: Starred in "In the Night" music video

In December 2015, Bella Hadid starred in the music video for The Weeknd's single "In the Night".

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2015: Editorial and Cover Appearances

Throughout 2015, Bella Hadid was featured in editorials for magazines such as Vogue Australia, Harper's Bazaar, and Elle. She also appeared on the covers of Unconditional, Teen Vogue, and others.

January 2016: Chanel Couture Debut and Marc Jacobs Campaign

In January 2016, Bella Hadid made her Chanel Couture debut during Paris Haute Couture Spring/Summer Fashion Week and starred in Marc Jacobs' campaign, "My America".

March 2016: Won "Model of the Year" at the Daily Front Row's Fashion Los Angeles Awards

In March 2016, Bella Hadid won "Model of the Year" at the Daily Front Row's Fashion Los Angeles Awards.

May 31, 2016: Ambassador for Dior Makeup

On May 31, 2016, Bella Hadid became an ambassador for Dior Makeup, starring in a web series called Dior Makeup with Bella Hadid and creating a tutorial for American Vogue's YouTube channel.

June 2016: Ranked among Models.com's Top 50 Models

In June 2016, Bella Hadid ranked among Models.com's Top 50 Models.

2016: Olympic Dream

In 2016, Bella Hadid had dreams of competing at the Summer Olympics as an equestrian, although she competed in equitation, which is not an Olympic discipline.

2016: Model of the Year by Models.com

In 2016, Bella Hadid was voted "Model of the Year" by industry professionals for Models.com.

2016: Magazine Covers and Film Debut

Throughout 2016, Bella Hadid appeared on numerous magazine covers, including Harper's Bazaar and Elle. She made her short film debut in Tyler Ford's film, Private.

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January 2017: Attended "No Ban, No Wall" march in New York City

In January 2017, Bella Hadid attended the "No Ban, No Wall" march in New York City, stating in an interview that her family history drove her participation.

January 2017: Paris Fashion Week and Brand Ambassador Roles

In January 2017, Bella Hadid walked in Givenchy's Fall/Winter Menswear campaign in Paris and became an ambassador for Bulgari's accessory line and TAG Heuer.

December 2017: Joined protests against Trump's decision to move U.S. embassy in Israel

In December 2017, Bella Hadid joined protests in London against President Trump's decision to move the U.S. embassy in Israel and recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

2017: Spring/Summer Season

During New York Fashion Week in the Spring/Summer 2017 season, Bella Hadid opened for DKNY and walked for Michael Kors, Anna Sui, Ralph Lauren, and Marc Jacobs.

2017: Cover appearances

In 2017 Bella Hadid's covers included Elle Russia and Harper's Bazaar China. She also broke the record for most Vogue September covers in one year, by appearing in five international editions: China, Spain, Brazil, Australia, and Arabia.

2017: Vogue September Covers Record

In 2017, Bella Hadid broke Doutzen Kroes's record for the most Vogue September covers in one year, appearing in five international editions: China, Spain, Brazil, Australia, and Arabia.

2017: Discussed opposition to President Trump's immigration policies

In 2017, when discussing her opposition to President Trump's immigration policies, Bella Hadid shared during an interview with Porter that she is "proud to be a Muslim" while reflecting on her father's history as a refugee.

2017: Dior Cruise 2017 in London

In May 2016, Bella Hadid walked for amfAR's 23rd Cinema Against AIDS Gala and Dior Cruise 2017 in London.

January 2018: Vogue Korea Cover

In January 2018, Bella Hadid appeared on the cover of Vogue Korea.

2018: Highest Paid Models

Since 2018, Bella Hadid has been one of the highest-paid models in the world, earning $19 million.

February 2019: Paris and Milan Fashion Week Shows

In February 2019, Bella Hadid walked for Redemption, Haider Ackerman, and Off-White at Paris Fashion Week. In Milan, she walked for Versace, Missoni, Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini, Max Mara, Fendi, Alberta Ferretti, Moschino and Roberto Cavalli.

February 2020: New York and Paris Fashion Week Shows

In February 2020, Bella Hadid walked for Tom Ford, Brandon Maxwell, Oscar de la Renta, Rodarte, Khaite and Michael Kors during New York Fashion Week. She also walked for Thierry Mugler and Lanvin in Paris.

February 2021: Givenchy's Fall campaign

In February 2021, Bella Hadid walked for Givenchy's Fall campaign.

July 8, 2021: Relationship with Marc Kalman made public

On July 8, 2021, Bella Hadid's relationship with art director Marc Kalman was made public during her time at Paris Fashion Week and the Cannes Film Festival.

March 2022: Discussed her spiritual lifestyle

In March 2022, during a cover story with American Vogue, Bella Hadid revealed that she lives a spiritual lifestyle, and although her family was not religious, her friends and godparents were Jewish and she is interested in Islam.

2022: Coperni's Spring 2023 Show

At Paris Fashion Week in 2022, Bella Hadid closed Coperni's Spring 2023 show by having a slip dress spray-painted directly onto her body using Fabrican technology, a truly innovative moment.

2022: Model of the Year

In 2022, Bella Hadid was named Model of the Year by the British Fashion Council.

2022: The Bella Effect

In 2022, the monetary value for the brand Bella Hadid walked increased up to 29% and rose to 90% for Jil Sander (brand).

2022: Revealed sobriety

In a 2022 interview, Bella Hadid revealed that she had become sober.

October 2023: Began relationship with Adan Banuelos

As of October 2023, Bella Hadid is in a relationship with equestrian Adan Banuelos.

October 2023: Condemned Hamas-led attack on Israel

In October 2023, Bella Hadid condemned the Hamas-led attack on Israel and with her sister Gigi donated $1 million to Palestinian aid agencies during the Gaza war.

2023: Coperni's Spring Show

During Paris fashion Week 2022 and Spring Show 2023, Bella Hadid closed the show by having a slip dress spray-painted directly onto her body using Fabrican technology, which was mentioned to have taken place in 2023

2023: One of Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2023, Time magazine named Bella Hadid one of the 100 most influential people in the world on its annual list.

2024: Adidas pulls controversial advertising campaign

In 2024, Adidas pulled portions of a controversial advertising campaign featuring Bella Hadid due to her Palestinian heritage. The campaign promoted a sneaker rerelease connected to the Munich 1972 Olympics, where Palestinian terrorists killed Israeli athletes. Hadid apologized for participating, unaware of the shoe's connection to the '72 Olympics, and Adidas also apologized to Hadid.