Gigi Hadid Speaks Out on Epstein Files

0:00On April 4th, model Gigi Hadid just broke her silence after her name popped up in those newly released Jeffrey Epstein files. The 30-year-old supermodel addressed it directly on Instagram after a fan threatened to unfollow for her not speaking out. She said it made her sick to her stomach, but she stayed quiet at first to not overshadow the real victims. The files came out thanks to the Epstein Files Transparency Act from the Department of Justice. They included December 2015 email chain where someone asked Epstein how the Hadid sisters, Gigi and Bella, became top models and earned big. Money. Epstein replied that they simply followed directions. Fans and followers had mixed reactions with some quick to judge based on the mention alone. Hadid pushed back hard, explaining her privilege for hard-working upbringing. Her parents, including mom Yolanda and dad Mohamed, taught her the grind that got them success after immigrating. She detailed her start in the industry, saying her mom took her to New York City agency meetings right before she turned

1:0018. Out of 10 spots, she only got offers from a few, like Maryland's and IMG, signing with IMG in 2012 and hustling ever since. To be clear, Hadid stressed she had zero ties to Epstein, calling him disgusting and noting she was just 20 or 21 when that email dropped. It's a reminder of how these files keep stirring up names from the past, pulling everyone into the spotlight. This has been Entertainment and Celebrity News Today, powered by AI