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Jad Hadid is a Lebanese-born model with a global presence. He had the opportunity to showcase his talent on various runways, including prestigious events like Beirut Fashion Week. Jad Hadid had the privilege of collaborating with prestigious brands such as Faraz Manan. He is one of the most popular contestants of the Indian reality show Bigg Boss OTT Season 2.
Wiki/Biography
Jad Hadid with the real name Mohammed Hassan Hadid was born on Friday, 10 January 1986 (age 37 years; as of 2023) in Beirut, Lebanon. Although he is from Lebanon, he lives in Dubai. His zodiac sign is Capricorn. As per several reports, Jad Hadid faced financial crises at a very young age, due to which his parents left him when he was three years old. At the age of seven, he was adopted by an orphanage, where he grew up. Unfortunately, due to his circumstances, Jad Hadid did not have the opportunity to receive a proper education. However, he managed to do a bachelor’s degree in International Marketing.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 6′ 2″
Weight (approx.): 80 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 44 inches; Waist 32 inches; Biceps: 15 inches
Tattoos
Jad Hadid has got tattoos of birds, clocks, and bands inked on his both arms.
He has a tattoo inked on his right leg.
He has also got a tattoo of his daughter’s name Cattleya inked on his wrist.
Family
He belongs to a Lebanese family.
Parents & Siblings
Jad Hadid’s parents left him when he was three years old due to financial hardships. Much information about his parents is not available.
Wife & Children
Jad Hadid married Ramona Khalil, a fitness model and dietician, in 2017.
Jad Hadid with his ex-wife Ramona Khalil
The couple has a daughter named Cattleya Hadid, who was born in January 2019. However, soon after the birth of Cattleya Hadid, Jad and Ramona got divorced. Jad is now co-parenting his daughter Cattleya. In one of the episodes of Bigg Boss OTT 2, Jad revealed to the housemates that he is a divorcee and has two children. But the information regarding his other child is not available.
Jad Hadid with daughter Cattleya Hadid
Religion/Religious Views
Jad Hadid is an Arab.
Career
Modelling
At the tender age of 11 years, Jad Hadid caught the attention of many people when he was on the streets, marking the beginning of his professional career as a model. He participates in various commercials and photoshoots. Over time, with a lot of hard work and dedication, Jad started appearing in various Lebanese magazines and posters. He was also one of the participants in the Beirut Fashion Week runway show. His talent and popularity helped him to walk the runway for the renowned company Faraz Manan. As per the reports, Jad Hadid is one of the wealthiest International models from the Middle East.
Acting
Film
Jad Hadid made his acting debut with the Middle East film Out Loud in 2011. It is a story of a gay couple and their struggles to form a bond in their restrictive society.
Out Loud (2011)
His other films include Children of Disputes (2018), IJ Inspector Jamshed (2023) and Aqiba.
Television
Jad Hadid made an appearance on Elfann News Channel in the year 2019.
Jad Hadid on Elfann News Channel
Web Series
Jad Hadid made his web series debut Dentelle in 2020.
Dentelle (2020)
Reality Show
Jad Hadid is one of the contestants of the Indian Reality show Bigg Boss OTT 2 aired on JioCinema. He is one of the most popular contestants on the shows due to his physique and fondness among the female contestants.
Jad Hadid on Bigg Boss OTT 2
Other Work
He has appeared in several music videos and events as a celebrity guest.
Bike Collection
He owns Kawasaki Z1000 SE – 14 and MV Agusta Rivale 800cc – 14
Car Collection
He owns a BMW car.
Favourites
- Beverage(s): Coffee, Protein Shakes
- Car(s): BMW Series, Bugatti Chiron
- Breakfast Meal: Quaker Crispy Oats
Facts/Trivia
- Jad Hadid is frequently seen consuming alcoholic beverages on various occasions.
- He is a fitness enthusiast and goes to the gym to maintain his fitness levels.
- Jad is very close to his daughter Cattleya Hadid and often posts several pictures and videos of her on various social media platforms.
- He follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- Jad Hadid is an avid animal lover and often does shoots with several animal models.
Jad Hadid with a dog model Rusty
- He is an avid motorcycle enthusiast and has been frequently spotted riding his Kawasaki Z1000.
- Jad is said to be one of the the highest-paid model in the Middle East. He shared a story about his life when he had nothing. But with continuous hard work and dedication, he is now living his dream life. He said,
I didn’t grow up with much, I remember back when I was a little kid I only had a bicycle, no expensive clothing, toys, PlayStations or whatever kids used to have, just a bicycle which I bought with my own savings, I used to dream big and I promised myself one day I’ll have everything I ever wanted, it surely wasn’t easy but I turned some of my dreams to reality.. Bottom line! Value and appreciate everything you have because someone somewhere in this world is wishing he’s in your shoes.. Be grateful”
- Jad Hadid finds Indian women very attractive and he joined the Indian reality show Bigg Boss OTT 2 with the hope of finding his lady love.
- He appeared on the cover page of the Mall of the Emirates in February 2023-March 2023 edition.
Jad Hadid on the cover page of Mall of the Emirates
- In March 2019, Jad Hadid did a runway with his then two-month-old baby girl Cattleya Hadid, making her first runway experience as a baby model.
- In an episode of Bigg Boss OTT 2, Jad Hadid engaged in a 30-second-long kiss with Akanksha Puri as part of a task within the reality show. The incident gained significant attention on social media, quickly becoming viral.