Why Did Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid Split & Break Up?

Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid had a tumultuous relationship marked by multiple breakups and reconciliations. In 2020, the couple welcomed their daughter, Kai, after keeping the pregnancy a secret during the lockdown. However, rumors of their split started circulating a year later, shocking fans worldwide. The speculation was confirmed when Malik and Hadid officially announced their breakup on X (formerly known as Twitter), marking the end of their six-year relationship.

Let’s dive into what lead to the couple’s breakup and the rumors surrounding it. 

Here’s why Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid split up

According to sources, Zayn Malik faced four criminal harassment charges, to which he pleaded guilty to only one. Reports indicate that the incident occurred at Malik and Hadid’s Pennsylvania home, where Malik got into a heated argument with Gigi Hadid’s mother, Yolanda Hadid. The confrontation reportedly escalated into a physical altercation, with the musician allegedly shoving her into a dresser.

According to sources with direct knowledge, Gigi Hadid was in Paris then. However, Malik reportedly expressed his distress to her during a phone call amid the incident, venting his frustration and demanding she take his side against her mother. He denies any allegations of hitting Yolanda or being physically abusive. However, some sources claim Malik felt she was meddling in their relationship.

Despite the end of their romantic relationship, Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid are steadfast in their commitment to co-parenting their three-year-old daughter, Khai. They strive to maintain a positive and amicable relationship for their daughter’s well-being. The breakup shows the end of the former couple’s rocky relationship, but they both want to be great parents for Khai.