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The Oscars were a family affair for Rihanna. At her side throughout the Sunday night (March 12) awards show was A$AP Rocky, who was captured cradling the “Umbrella” singer’s baby bump in an adorable backstage moment.
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The couple — currently expecting baby No. 2 — posed for a few photos backstage shortly after Ri finished performing her Wakanda Forever track, “Lift Me Up,” which was nominated for best original song. The Fenty Beauty founder looked characteristically glamorous in a mint green skirt and shawl combo that left her growing bump bare and on display.
In a couple of the photos, Rocky — dapper in a white tuxedo jacket — giggles into his partner’s ear as he wraps one hand around her waist and the other around her belly.
ASAP Rocky and Rihanna backstage at the 95th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California.
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The only family member missing from the snapshot was the couple’s 10-month-old son, who was probably sound asleep given that the three-hour ceremony lasted until about 11:30 p.m. ET. Rocky and Rihanna welcomed their first child in May last year, about nine months before the “Rude Boy” musician would wordlessly announce her second pregnancy by debuting her unmistakable baby bump during her Super Bowl Halftime Show performance in February.
Rihanna looked equally stunning onstage at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre while performing “Lift Me Up,” which she delivered on an elevated stage in a dress dripping with diamonds. Though the best original song statuette went to “Naatu Naatu” from RRR, the makeup mogul still got to celebrate her first ever Academy Award nomination while honoring late Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman.
Check out Rihanna’s Oscars performance below:
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When is the best time to buy a mattress? It depends on how much you’re willing to spend.
Manufacturers tend to release new mattresses between June and September, so it’s no surprise that Labor Day is one of the best times of year to find a discounted, but Sleep Week is also a fine time to make upgrades to your bedroom.
Although shopping for a new mattress online can be tricky, it’s certainly not impossible. Customer reviews are a good way to gage the quality of the product, but you can take it a step further by searching TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Reddit and other forums.
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With Daylight Savings and Sleep Week on Sunday (March 12), major retailers like Macy’s, Amazon, Overstock, Wayfair and Walmart have started rolling out deals on tons of mattresses, but also bedding, rugs and other household essentials, in addition to cookwear, Airpods and other electronics, appliances, apparel and more. To make things easier, we’ve collected a list of more than a dozen of the best mattress sales to shop right now.
Don’t wait to save! See the list of sales below along with some of our top mattress picks and click here to shop alarm clocks.
Avocado — Save up to $300 on Organic Luxury Mattress with code: SNOOZE; $200 off Green, Vegan and Latex mattresses + free shipping with code: SLEEP; 10% off bedding and adjustable bases. Offer ends 3/27.
Big Fish Mattress – Save up to $300 with code: BEREAL. Offers ends soon.
Brentwood Home — Save $100 off Cypress Affordable Memory Foam Mattress with code: CYPRESS; $150 off Oceana, Crystal Cove and Hybrid Latex mattresses with code: SLEEP; plus save 10% off bedding and adjustable bases.
Brooklinen — 20% off sitewide until March 20. Offer excludes Space and Last Call items.
Casper – Save up to $1,250 on mattresses bundles during the Daylight Savings Sale.
Cocoon by Sealy – There’s only three days left to save 35% on all mattresses, plus a free pillow and sheets (valued at up to $199). Sale ends 3/13.
Dream Cloud – 25% off everything + $599 worth of accessories during the Dreaming of Spring sale (ends Friday, March 10).
Leesa – Get up to $700 off mattresses plus two free pillows and up to 20% off select bedding. Offer ends on 4/4.
Macy’s – Enjoy closeout deals on mattresses from Sealy, Serta, Beautyrest, Sterns & Foster, Leesa and more plus bedding, blankets and other home goods. See more here.
Mattress Firm – Save up to $700 on king beds, plus a free adjustable base on select mattresses; up to $150 off Sleepy’s bedding (with code: SLEEPYS) and free delivery on select items.
Marlow — Save 20% during Sleep Week.
Naturepedic – Get 10% off Naturepedic organic mattresses and bedding and other promos when you sign up at Naturepedic.com.
Nectar Sleep – Get 40% off everything during Nectar’s biggest sale ever. The Daylight Savings flash sale ends Friday (March 10) night.
Nolah – Limited deal: $700 off all mattresses, plus two free pillows ($198 value) while supplies last.
Purple Mattress – Up to 20% off accessories and free sheets with select mattress purchases; 20% off bedding and pillows, 25% off bedding bundles and $500 off Purple’s Ascent Adjustable Base bed.
Saatva – Save up to $600 of off during Saatva’s sale. Promo ends on 3/13.
Slumberland – Take 20% off during the Spring Spruce Up Event. Get up to $300 in Slumberland cash on select Sealy mattress sets.
Tempurpedic – Save up to 30% off the Tempur Cloud mattresses or $300 in free accessories with select mattress purchases (use code: 300FREE).
Tuft & Needle – Up to $470 off mattresses and up to 40% off sleep essentials such as quilts, blankets and furniture.
Yana — Save 15% with code: SLEEPWEEK23 from March 12-March 18.
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Nectar
The Nectar Memory Foam Mattress $from $339
Over 44,000 customer reviews and a 4.8 out of 5-star rating confirm why this is “America’s most comfortable mattress.” Nector’s premium, memory foam mattress cradles your body and keeps you cool for a more restful night’s sleep. As one customer wrote, “I haven’t slept this good in 20 years!”
Macy’s
Sealy Posturepedic Spring Bloom 12-inch Mattress
$649 $1,019 36% off% OFF
Thousands of customers have fallen in love with this Sealy Posturepedic mattress currently on sale at Macy’s. The 12-inch, queen mattress is made with gel and memory foams designed for cooling, contouring and pressure-relieving core and back support.
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Amazon
Casper Polyurethane Foam Sleep Element Mattress, Queen, Firm, Grey
$695.00
Sleep comfort at a dreamy price. Casper’s Element mattress features two layers of premium foam for a balance of softness and support. It’s equipped with a top layer of Casper’s trademarked AirScape perforated foam to help you keep you cool at night. Underlying memory foam supports pressure points and cradles curves and durable base foam engineered to prevent sinking and sagging for full-body support. The manufacturer recommends allowing 24-72 hours for your mattress to regain its full shape.
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Avenco Full Mattress Hybrid, 12-inch Pocket Spring and Gel Memory
$319.99
An affordable, mattress-in-a-box option, this 12-inch mattress from Avenco features gel memory foam, comfort foam, and high-density foam. The mattress is made to absorb your weight, relieve pressure and block the innerspring for a comfortable rest.
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Overstock
LUCID Comfort Collection 10-inch Luxury Gel Memory Foam Mattress $from $188.69 $255.99
Comfort at a great price! If you’re on a tight budget, Lucid Comfort Collection 10-inch Gel Mattress is an affordable, best-seller on Overstock.com with thousands of positive reviews. The mattress is available in sizes ranging from twin to California king and equipped with gel-infused memory foam, support foam and a base foam. Like others on our list, this mattress comes in three comfort levels: firm, medium and plush.
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Saatva
Saatva Classic Mattress $from $695 $995
Save $300 on Saatva’s best-selling Classic Mattress. Choose between plush, luxury firm and firm in sizes ranging from twin to split California king. The Classic Mattress is available in 11 inches and 14 inches.
Watfair
Tempur Adapt Mattress
$1,699 $1,949 13% off% OFF
Customers are loving th Temper Adapt mattress. Combining “superior cool-to-touch comfort” and two layers of premium Tempur material, the Adapt mattress is made to continually adjust and conform to your body’s “changing needs throughout the night.” Tempur Adapt is on sale at Wayfair (save up to 60% during the 72-hour flash sale). If you’d rather have the bed without the mattress, the Tempur-Adapt smart base set ($1,949) is sold separately.
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March 10 marks National Mario Day, a celebration of the beloved, overall-wearing video game character who has been around for over 40 years.
Though Mario Day started in 2016, the Mario character was first introduced in the Donkey Kong arcade game in 1981. Video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto created Mario after he was unable to secure licensing rights to use Popeye. The character was originally called Jumpman before the name change, but according to other reports, he was also named “Ossan” (a Japenese word for “middle-aged guy”).
The Mario known and loved by millions was named after Mario Segale, a Seattle real-estate developer who rented a warehouse to Nintendo back in the ’80s.
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Mario became the star of his own video game when Super Mario Bros. was released in 1985. The success of Super Mario Bros. expanded Mario’s reach into other kinds of gaming genres, such as puzzle games like Dr. Mario and role-playing games like Paper Mario and Mario & Luigi.
Since his debut, Mario has appeared in more than 200 video games. Outside of the gaming realm, Mario has evolved into an animated cultural icon, with Mario-inspired clothing, shoes, books, bags, towels, LEGOs, bedding, dolls, phone cases, jewelry, Halloween costumers and other merchandise for fans to buy.
He’s also in movies. Mario made it to the silver screen in the 1993 comedy Super Mario Bros., while Chris Pratt will voice the character in the new Super Mario Bros. Movie hitting theaters on April 5 (click here for tickets). The final film trailer was released on Thursday (March 9) ahead of Mario Day.
Now that you’re all caught up on Mario, it’s time to shop! Mario Kart 9 is rumored to be releasing sometime this year. Until then, shop our roundup of Nintendo Switch video games in celebration of Mario Day.
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Nintendo Switch
$39.00 $59.99 35% OFF
Hit the road jack! Race your friends or go up against them in a “revised battle mode” for new and returning battle courses with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. According to the manufacturer, courses included in the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass appear in the online course selection for worldwide and regional races.
GameStop
Super Mario 3D All-Stars (Pre-Owned)
$59.99 $64.99 8% off% OFF
Super Mario 3D All-Stars allows you to play three classic games from Mario’s 3D adventures.
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New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe – Nintendo Switch
$39.00 $59.99 35% OFF
For the less experienced and pros, New Super Mario Bros. U. Deluxe lets you transform into Mario, Luigi and friends in single-player or multiplayer mode.
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Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Nintendo Switch Edition
$67.26 $99.99 33% off% OFF
With more than 144 million copies sold Mario Kart Live is an obvious fan favorite. As many as four players can race on Mario Kart: Live Home Circus edition.
Amazon
Nintendo Super Mario Maker 2
$39.99 $59.99 33% off% OFF
Super Mario Kart 3 is rumored to be released on Nintendo Switch sometime this year. While you wait, pick up a copy of Super Mario Maker 2.
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Mario Gold Super Rush (Nintendo Switch Lite)
$39.99 $59.99 33% off% OFF
Golf as Mario, Peach, Yoshi and more; face off against Mushroom Kingdom classmates and level up your character in Mario Golf: Super Rush.
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Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020
$29.99 $59.99 50% off% OFF
Go for the gold! Skateboard, surf and race your way to the top in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games.
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury
$39.99 $59.99 33% off% OFF
A colorful adventure! Pick your player to run, jump and dash around courses in Super Mario 3D World + Bowsers Fury.
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Super Mario Party
$51.99 $59.99 13% off% OFF
Time to get the party started! Super Mario Party features character-specific dice blocks with dozens of exciting mini-games.
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Wednesday (March 8) is International Women’s Day, and while the middle of the work and school week seems like an odd day to think about relaxing, it’s a perfect time to stock up on self-care must-haves.
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From body scrubs to scented candles, we’ve put together a short list of 10 self-care essentials to help you wind down and relieve stress no matter where you are.
See the list below and click here for more product recommendations.
Kopari
Kopari Exfoliating Crush Scrub with Brown Sugar and Fine Coconut Shells, 8 oz.
$39
Don’t be surprised if you end up “crushing” on this cult-favorite skincare product. Kopari’s Exfoliating Crush Scrub is packed with natural exfoliants like brown sugar, along with fine Tahitian coconut shells (to smooth the skin) and organic coconut oil to soften and nourish the skin. You can find this best-selling scrub at Kopari.com and major retailers such as Ulta Beauty, Amazon, Revolve and Nordstrom.
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Amazon
Gua Sha & Massage Stick Face Roller for Face – Certified Jade Natural Healing Crystal Self Care Gifts
$9.99 $16.99 41% OFF
Incorporating self-care products doesn’t have to break the bank. The jade facial roller and gua sha set — which is on sale for just $9.99 — is designed to cool, tighten and relax your face but it also works for your body, eyes and neck. This particular facial massager earned a 4.6/5-star rating on Amazon garnering positive reviews for the cooling jade, which promotes relaxation. Not interested in jade? Check out the YouthLab radiance roller ($26.99).
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Under Eye Patches (20 Pairs) – Gold Under Eye Mask Amino Acid & Collagen, Under Eye Mask for Face Care, Eye Masks for Dark Circles and Puffiness, Under Eye Masks for Beauty & Personal Care
$13.97 $19.97 30% OFF
From cucumber slices to under-eye patches, the skin under our eyes requires special care. Brightening creams, retinols, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C serums help hydrate the skin to reduce the appearance of dark circles while promoting healthier, brighter skin. Under-eye patches work similarly in de-puffing and helping to lighten dark circles, and they’re relaxing. Kick up feet your, pop on your eye patches and chill for a few minutes — but don’t wear them longer than the suggested usage.
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HEETA Hair Shampoo Brush, Scalp Care Hair Brush with Soft Silicone Scalp Massager (Purple)
$8.98 $12.73 29% OFF
You might not consider a scalp brush a self-care item, but it’s definitely qualifies! This shampoo brush cleans and massages your scalp and naturally enhances blood circulation — which can stimulate hair growth. The scalp massager is designed for different hair types and available in several colors including purple, pink, green, black and blue.
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Nordstrom
NEOM Wellbeing Pod Mini Essential Oil Diffuser $66
Aromatherapy is a quick way to help you relax! If you’re on the go, this portable, essential oil diffuser goes where you do. Featuring three intensity settings that deliver an intermittent scent, the mini diffuser is small enough to fit in tight spaces like a car, office, bedroom or bathroom, plus it’s battery-operated, so you don’t have to worry about plugging it into an outlet. It also comes with a USB charging cable and can last for up to 50 hours on a single charge. Looking for something more affordable but less mobile? The best-selling Dukya 500ml Oil Diffuser is on sale for $21.97.
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The Republic of Tea – Calm Health and Happiness Tea Set, 3 Tin Gift Box
$47.99
Relax. Rest. Focus. Calm and The Republic of Tea released a gift set to help you slow down, relax and get better rest. The trio includes rooibos, dandelion and citrus tea for relaxation; chamomile, lemon balm and lavender tea for rest and green tea with peppermint for focus. Click here for an array of tea sets.
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BEST 100 Daily Meditation Cards | Anxiety Relief Item for Relaxation
$17.99
Nothing says self-care like mindfulness. If you’re ready to take a step beyond positive affirmations, these Meditation Cards feature 100 mindfulness exercises for stress management, anxiety, equanimity, calmness, self-love, wellness and more.
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Homesick
Homesick Evening Unwind Candle $28 $
Constructed with relaxation in mind, Homeschool’s Evening Unwind Candle features a soothing blend of green tea and lavender, with medium notes of melon, blue lavender, lemon extract and base notes of moss, neroli and sugared musk to lull you into a state of calm. If $38 is a little too steep for your candle budget, this Serenity + Calm candle from Yankee Candles retails for just $13. Find additional scented candle options here.
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RENPHO Eye Massager with Heat, Bluetooth Music Heated Eyeris 1 Massager for Migraines, Relax and Reduce Eye Strain
$69.99 $129.99 46% OFF
Slip into relaxation mode anywhere, anytime with this electronic eye massager. The Renpho Eye Massager is equipped with built-in heating pads to help relax the eye, reduce eye strain, puffiness and dry eyes. The heating pads provide a temperature between 104-107 degrees.
Sharper Image Hydro Spa Plus Foot Bath
$99.99
Soaking your feet is one of the best parts of a pedicure, so why not bring that feeling home? The hydro foot spa massager from Sharper Image features heated rollers with an LDC display screen, and you can add essential oils or a scented foot scrub to get even more relaxed.
Kelsea Ballerini is laughing off rumors about her relationship with Chase Stokes.
In a since-expired Instagram Story from Tuesday (March 7), the country star joked about her romance by posting a photo hand-in-hand on the Outer Banks actor’s lap backstage at Saturday Night Live, quipping, “idk seems staged. probably pr.” (Earlier in the week, she had shared another snap with her new love from Studio 8H, writing simply, “Hi chase stokes” — a cheeky reference to his Instagram handle.)
On the March 4 episode of NBC’s late-night sketch series, Ballerini performed two songs — “Blindsided” and “Penthouse” — off her new divorce-centric EP Rolling Up the Welcome Mat and its companion short film, which tell the singer’s side of her split from ex-husband Morgan Evans.
In the wake of that divorce, Ballerini revealed in a sit-down with the Call Her Daddy podcast that she met Stokes the old-fashioned millennial way: by sliding into his DMs. “I was ready to open back up,” she said. “I just felt, why not? I’ve never really dated; I don’t know how it works. I’m like, ‘Let’s just put ourselves out there — let’s just vibe.’ And it’s been fun.”
For his part, her ex recently addressed the former couple’s split with his own song “Over for You,” which Ballerini called “really opportunistic” in the same interview. “I felt really used in that moment,” she said at the time. “And again, his healing journey is his healing journey, I respect that. But publicly exploiting it feels a little nasty to me, before it’s final.”
Ballerini has previously addressed speculation that her romance with the actor is for publicity. The singer mentioned the rumor on TikTok by showing a screenshot of a message sent to gossip account DeuxMoi claiming her recent appearance with Stokes at a college football game a “PR play.”
“I know, I know. Stop reading, stop looking,” Ballerini says in her TikTok, gesturing to the message. “But what is happening, guys? What? Let’s not do this, you know?”
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To celebrate Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary, Rémy Martin is releasing the last of its mixtape-influenced bottle series with an ode to the DJ and an interactive street art exhibit.
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The storied cognac brand issued a press release announcing the VSOP Mixtape Volume 3 Limited Edition, the last collectible in a trilogy series. The bottle is designed with a flair, accompanied by a QR code that will allow patrons to find out about the composition of the lqiuor. It’s the precursor to a larger interactive augmented reality project being launched, known as the Rémy Martin Mixtape Street Art Museum.
The traveling exhibit will feature eight iconic masters of the turntables imagined through the artwork of illustrator Xia Gordon. The DJs being honored are Kool DJ Red Alert, DJ Spinderella, DJ Cocoa Chanelle, DJ Yella, DJ Marley Marl, DJ Shortcut, and DJ Jay Illa. In collaboration with the team at Fred & Farid New York, Gordon will create eight murals in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, and San Francisco. Each mural will depict the journey and career of each DJ.
Those who see the murals and scan the QR code embedded in them can win a chance to attend a Rémy Martin Mixtape listening event sponsored by iHeart Media in the respective city. The Universal Hip-Hop Museum is also a co-sponsor of the series which will take place through July 2023, further showcasing the cognac brand’s commitment to the museum’s mission of preserving Hip-Hop culture.
“Rémy Martin has been linked to music for decades. With the release of this third mixtape, we are curating a new kind of vintage celebration that puts the living legacy of music and cognac culture forever at the center,” said Rémy Martin Global Executive Director Amaury Vinclet in the press release.
“With such a historic year for hip-hop, we couldn’t be more excited to team up with celebrated icons in Mixtape culture to announce the launch of the VSOP Mixtape Vol. 3 Limited Edition. This year’s Mixtape release includes an interactive A.R. experience which highlights the vibrance of VSOP tied to a pinnacle moment in music history,” said Rémy Martin Americas Vice President Tina Reejsinghani.
The VSOP Mixtape Vol 3. Limited Edition is now available for purchase at stores in select markets. For more information, those interested can visit RemyMartin.com.
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Nick Cannon let slip earlier this week that he’s been expecting, and on Tuesday (March 7), the stork officially arrived with his latest bundle of joy … in the form of a new game show!
The host of The Masked Singer confirmed the news by dropping the official teaser for Who’s Having My Baby With Nick Cannon. Hosted by his close friend Kevin Hart, the series will premiere sometime this spring on E! and, according to the clip, seems to involve trotting out female contestants in front of Cannon for some sort of prize … and actual pyrotechnics.
“You’re gonna get some contestants that wanna have your baby,” Hart explains to Cannon, who then proceeds to jokingly pull an “Eenie, meenie, minie, mo” to choose among the ladies. The rest of the rules are unclear, but as the network cheekily promises in the tease, it’s sure to be the “mother of all game shows.”
Cannon’s already incredibly busy on the daddy-duty front, considering he now has 12 kids with six different women, including Dem Babies with ex-wife Mariah Carey. He’s welcomed all five of his youngest kids since last July alone — from Legendary Love with Bre Tiesi, Onyx Cole with LaNisha Cole, to Rise Messiah with Brittany Bell, Beautiful Zeppelin with Abby De La Rosa and, as of December, Halo Marie with Alyssa Scott.
In February, the Drumline actor fielded a question about possibly having even more children down the line, telling Entertainment Tonight, “God decides when we’re done, but I believe I definitely got my hands full.”
Watch the teaser for Nick Cannon’s new baby-centric game show below.
Gigi Hadid opened up in a new interview over the weekend about the realities of coparenting daughter Khai with Zayn Malik.
In a sit-down published in The Sunday Times March 5, the supermodel said she’s able to balance work and motherhood by scheduling modeling commitments “when Khai is with her dad.”
Though she didn’t mention Zayn by name, Hadid made it clear that successful co-parenting remains a top priority for her, even if she and the former One Direction-er are no longer linked romantically. “That she can be with both parents makes me very happy,” she told the U.K. outlet of her 2-year-old daughter’s relationship with her famous dad.
Hadid and Zayn previously dated off and on starting in 2015, with the model memorably starring in the music video for Zayn’s debut solo single, “Pillowtalk.” They later appeared on the cover of Vogue together in August 2017, nearly three years before Hadid announced she was pregnant in the spring of 2020. Khai was born the following September, but the couple’s relationship ended shortly after the little one’s first birthday in October 2021, when Zayn was reportedly involved in an altercation with Gigi’s mom, Yolanda Hadid.
The singer pleaded no contest to four charges of harassment against the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum, and was ultimately ordered to complete anger management and domestic violence programs while serving 360 days of probation.
In January, Zayn — who’s currently working on his fourth solo album — signed with UTA for representation across music, film and television and other areas.