Gigi and Bella Hadid Welcome Secret Sister Aydan Nix in Emotional Family Reunion

In a surprising yet heartfelt revelation that has stirred fans and fashion circles alike, Gigi Hadid and Bella Hadid have confirmed the existence of a secret half-sister, Aydan Nix, a 23-year-old budding designer from Florida. The announcement, made in May 2025, adds a deeply personal chapter to the glamorous Hadid family story—one filled with rediscovery, reconnection, and renewed bonds.

According to a statement shared with Daily Mail, Aydan is the biological daughter of real estate mogul Mohamed Hadid and Terri Hatfield Dull, born out of what was described as a “brief romance” after his divorce from Yolanda Hadid, mother of Gigi, Bella, and Anwar. Raised in Florida, Aydan believed she knew her father—until his untimely passing when she was 19 prompted her to take a genetic test. That test led her to uncover her true lineage, placing her in one of the most high-profile families in the fashion industry.

The Hadid sisters didn’t meet Aydan until late 2023, but when they did, the connection was instant. “She’s spent time with all of us, including our dad, and we’ve cherished this unexpected and beautiful addition to our family,” Gigi and Bella said. “As siblings, we’ve had many open and loving conversations with Aydan about how to support and protect her.”

Aydan recently graduated from Parsons School of Design in Manhattan, a prestigious institution that reflects her growing ambition in the fashion world. Despite her connections to one of fashion’s most famous dynasties, Aydan and her family have expressed a strong desire for privacy—something her new siblings fully support.

While Mohamed Hadid has yet to publicly acknowledge his youngest daughter, reports suggest he was aware of her existence but never played a financial or emotional role in her upbringing. A planned appearance at her graduation was missed, though the family continues to maintain a cordial relationship.

The Hadid family, long known for their blended dynamics—with older half-sisters Marielle and Alana Hadid from Mohamed’s first marriage—has always emphasized unity and support. This latest chapter, though unexpected, seems to follow that same spirit. “We kindly ask others to honor her wish and right to anonymity as she continues her life in New York,” the sisters concluded.

As for Aydan Nix, she’s now carving her path in a city that celebrates dreams, all while redefining what it means to belong to the Hadid legacy—not through fame, but through identity and love rediscovered.