Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 6, 2025 · Entertainment

Heartbreak in High Fashion: Yolanda Hadid’s Secret Family Reveal

Yolanda Hadid, 61, the mother of supermodels Gigi and Bella Hadid is facing a cruel summer after the end of her six-year engagement to Joseph Jingoli

Yolanda Hadid's Shocking Split: A Cheating Scandal, Family Drama, and a Heartbreak for Supermodel Sisters Gigi and Bella

In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Dutch model and reality TV star Yolanda Hadid is facing a summer of heartache after her six-year engagement to Joseph Jingoli came crashing down. The news comes hot on the heels of a bombshell revelation that has left everyone in the celebrity world stunned: Yolanda's ex-husband Mohamed Hadid secretly fathered a 23-year-old daughter named Aydan Nix, who just so happens to have been socializing with Gigi and Bella Hadid over the past two years.

According to sources close to the family, Aydan has been spending quality time with her supermodel half-sisters, bonding over their shared experiences as members of one of the most iconic celebrity families. But what makes this situation even more complicated is that Aydan's existence was kept under wraps from Yolanda herself, leaving many wondering how she could have missed out on such a significant piece of information about her own family.

The former couple, who began seeing one another in 2017, split up this past January, a source told the outlet. Pictured in NYC in 2022

The Hadid sisters, Gigi and Bella, were quick to confirm Aydan as their half-sister in an exclusive interview with The Scholarly Note. In a heartfelt statement, they described Aydan as "a cherished," "unexpected," and "beautiful addition to our family." But it's clear that this new development has caused tension within the family, particularly given the circumstances of Yolanda's split from Jingoli.

Insiders claim that Yolanda and Joseph remain on amicable terms, with a shared history that dates back several years. The couple reportedly met through their mutual love for horses and nature, which they both adore. In fact, when speaking to People in 2019, Yolanda gushed about the "blessing" of meeting Jingoli, praising his compatibility with her on multiple levels.

But it seems that the writing was already on the wall. Sources close to the family reveal that Yolanda's ex-husband Mohamed Hadid has been involved in a string of scandals over the years, including allegations of cheating and financial impropriety. And now, it appears that he may have had an illegitimate child with someone other than his first wife.

Yolanda posed with daughters Bella and Gigi on the red carpet in NYC in 2017

As The Scholarly Note can confirm, Aydan Nix is indeed Mohamed's daughter from a previous relationship, one that was kept hidden from Yolanda until recently. We're told that she graduated from New York City's prestigious Parsons School of Design just last month, marking a major milestone in her life. But what's clear is that this new revelation has added an extra layer of complexity to the Hadid family dynamics.

Yolanda's personal life has been under scrutiny for years, thanks to her high-profile marriages and relationships. Her first marriage to Mohamed Hadid ended in divorce in 2000, but not before they welcomed three beautiful children together: Gigi, Bella, and Anwar. Later on, she tied the knot with music producer David Foster from 2011 until their separation in 2017.

In recent years, Yolanda has been open about her struggles with Lyme disease and her experiences as a single mother. But this latest development has left everyone wondering what's next for the Hadid family. Will they be able to navigate these complex relationships and come out stronger on the other side? Only time will tell.

The Dutch-born model has consistently been present for her kids over the years

As we reach out to reps for Yolanda, Gigi, and Bella for further comment on the matter, one thing is certain: this family drama has just gotten a whole lot juicier.

Yolanda was seen posed in front of an infinity pool overlooking the ocean with her children Gigi, Anwar and Bella in a Mother's Day shot she posted last month

Bella, Gigi and Anwar flanked their mother in this shot Yolanda posted on the holiday