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Mohamed Hadid

Mohamed Anwar Hadid is a Palestinian-American real estate developer known for building luxury homes and hotels, especially in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

He is also the father of models Gigi and Bella Hadid.

What it is

Mohamed Hadid is a real estate developer focused on high-end residential and hotel projects. He is best known for luxury properties in Bel Air and Beverly Hills, including mansions and Ritz-Carlton hotel developments.

Why it matters

Hadid became widely known through his family and appearances in reality television-related media. He is frequently identified in the press as the father of models Gigi and Bella Hadid, which has amplified his public profile beyond real estate.

Key details

He was born in Nazareth in 1948 and immigrated to the United States as a teenager. Reports also identify him as having represented Jordan in speed skiing at the 1992 Winter Olympics. He has several children, including Gigi, Bella, and Anwar Hadid.

In short

  • Palestinian-American real estate developer of luxury homes and hotels in Southern California.
  • Born in Nazareth in 1948, immigrated to the U.S. as a teenager.
  • Father of models Gigi Hadid and Bella Hadid.
  • Reportedly represented Jordan in speed skiing at the 1992 Winter Olympics.

Quick questions

Who is Mohamed Hadid?
Mohamed Hadid is a Palestinian-American real estate developer known for luxury homes and hotels in Southern California.
What is Mohamed Hadid known for?
He is known for developing upscale mansions and hotel properties, especially in Bel Air and Beverly Hills.
Is Mohamed Hadid related to Gigi and Bella Hadid?
Yes. He is their father.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohamed_Hadid
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, Palestinian-American identity, immigration to the United States, and recognition for luxury real estate and his children.
  2. Gala — https://www.gala.fr/stars_et_gotha/mohamed_hadid
    Supports: Nationality, occupation, luxury real estate work, and report of Olympic representation for Jordan.
  3. The Real Deal — https://www.therealdeal.com/people/mohamed-hadid/
    Supports: Luxury residential and hotel developments in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and Bel Air; business background and public profile.
  4. Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/gigi-and-bella-hadids-dad-mohamed-hadid-his-life-and-career/
    Supports: Family relationship to Gigi and Bella Hadid, early life, and career path into real estate.