Gigi Hadid has finally addressed the controversy surrounding her name being mentioned in the recently released Jeffrey Epstein files. The supermodel responded after social media users questioned why she had remained silent about the issue, with some even threatening to unfollow her. In a direct and emotional reply, Hadid made it clear that the situation deeply upset her.
She described the discovery as something that made her feel “sick to my stomach,” explaining that it was horrifying to see someone she had never met speaking about her in such a disturbing context. Her response quickly drew attention online, especially because the files have already triggered intense public debate and speculation. Hadid’s statement was later deleted, but screenshots spread rapidly across social media and entertainment outlets.
Why Her Name Was Included
According to reports about the documents, Gigi Hadid and her sister Bella Hadid were mentioned in a 2015 email exchange involving Jeffrey Epstein and another individual whose identity was redacted. In that exchange, the unnamed person questioned how the Hadid sisters became successful models and implied that their father may have somehow helped launch their careers through questionable means. Epstein reportedly denied that claim, but the fact that the sisters were discussed at all caused a major backlash once the files became public. The mention did not suggest that Gigi Hadid had any relationship with Epstein, but her inclusion in the documents still led to confusion among some readers online. Hadid said that she believes Epstein often tried to take credit for people’s careers in order to manipulate the young women around him, which is why her name may have surfaced in the material.
Gigi Denies Any Connection
In her response, Hadid firmly stated that she never met Jeffrey Epstein and had no affiliation with him. She emphasized that she did not initially comment because she did not want to take attention away from the real victims whose experiences are far more important than any celebrity name appearing in paperwork. However, after seeing accusations and assumptions online, she felt it was necessary to clarify the situation publicly. She said it was important for people to understand that she had no personal involvement and that the mention was both upsetting and misleading. Her words reflected frustration, disgust, and a desire to distance herself from the speculation that often follows the release of high-profile legal documents.
Defending Her Career and Family
Hadid also used the moment to defend her career and the work that built it. She acknowledged that she grew up with privilege, but she insisted that her success came from dedication and discipline rather than any secret influence. She explained that her parents taught her the value of hard work and protected her from harmful environments while she was young. She pointed out that she began building her modeling career years before the 2015 email was written and that her professional path was the result of real effort, not manipulation. By speaking out, Hadid aimed to correct false assumptions while also making it clear that the true focus should remain on the victims of Epstein’s crimes, not on celebrity gossip tied to their names appearing in old documents.
