Supermodel Gigi Hadid celebrated her 30th birthday in style, but it was a sparkling accessory that stole the show and set tongues wagging about her relationship with actor Bradley Cooper. On Friday, April 25, 2025, Hadid was photographed arriving at her birthday party at Le Chalet in New York City, hand-in-hand with Cooper, sporting what appeared to be a gold ring on her left ring finger. The sighting has sparked widespread engagement rumors, leaving fans and media outlets eagerly awaiting confirmation.
The couple, who have been romantically linked since October 2023, have largely kept their relationship out of the public eye. However, their appearance at Hadid’s milestone birthday bash—attended by family and A-list friends—marked a rare public outing together. Hadid stunned in a chic ensemble, wearing a low-cut white corset top paired with black leather pants and pointed-toe heels, while Cooper opted for a casual yet stylish look in a Philadelphia Eagles jacket over a black shirt and pants. But it was the glint of gold on Hadid’s ring finger that captured the most attention, fueling speculation that the pair may be taking their relationship to the next level.
Neither Hadid nor Cooper has commented on the rumors, and their representatives have not responded to requests for clarification. However, sources close to the couple suggest that while they are serious about each other, they are not in a rush to get engaged. “They’re very happy together, but an engagement would be a big step,” one insider told People in January 2025. “Neither are looking to rush anything, but that’s not to say they’re not very happy together.” The source also noted that their families have spent time together, including their daughters—Hadid’s four-year-old Khai, whom she shares with ex Zayn Malik, and Cooper’s eight-year-old Lea, from his previous relationship with Irina Shayk. “It’s very sweet,” the insider added.
Hadid’s birthday celebration was a star-studded affair, with guests including her sister Bella Hadid, mother Yolanda Hadid, father Mohamed Hadid, and actress Anne Hathaway, who arrived with her husband Adam Shulman. The intimate gathering at Le Chalet saw the group singing “Happy Birthday” to Hadid shortly after 11 p.m., with Cooper reportedly by her side throughout the night. According to People, the couple “were very cute, mingling and having fun, but also kissed every time they got near each other.”
The engagement speculation comes just weeks after Hadid opened up about her relationship with Cooper in a rare interview with Vogue. In the April 2025 cover story, she described their romance as “very romantic and happy,” revealing that they first met at a mutual friend’s backyard birthday party for their child. “I respect him so much as a creative,” Hadid said, adding that Cooper’s encouragement has been a source of strength for her. “For those people you admire to encourage you, it can create so much belief in yourself.”
While the couple has been careful to maintain their privacy, their relationship has steadily grown more public over the past year. They were first spotted together in October 2023, dining at Via Carota in New York City, and have since been seen on multiple outings, including a Broadway date night and a trip to London. In January 2025, they were photographed holding hands during a stroll in the U.K., further confirming their romance.
Both Hadid and Cooper are no strangers to high-profile relationships. Hadid previously dated singer Zayn Malik for nearly six years before their split in 2021, while Cooper was in a long-term relationship with model Irina Shayk, with whom he shares custody of their daughter. Despite their busy careers and responsibilities as parents, sources say the couple has found common ground in their shared experiences. “They’re both committed parents, and they have connected deeply about this,” a source told Entertainment Tonight in December 2024. “Their relationship is a big priority for her.”
As the engagement rumors continue to swirl, fans and media outlets are keeping a close eye on the couple for any signs of confirmation. Social media has been abuzz with speculation, with some fans convinced that the ring is a sign of an impending wedding, while others remain skeptical. “Gigi’s ring is HUGE. Bradley’s locking it down!” one user posted on X, while another countered, “It’s just a fashion ring, y’all. Stop hyping a PR stunt.”
For now, the couple remains tight-lipped, leaving the public to wonder whether the ring is a symbol of something more or simply a stylish accessory. As one source put it, “They’re very happy together, and that’s what matters most.” Whether or not wedding bells are in their future, Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper continue to captivate the public’s imagination with their low-key yet undeniably close relationship.
