Bradley Cooper is said to be “very excited” about his budding romance with model Gigi Hadid. Insiders claim the Hollywood actor has been telling friends that she is “exactly his type.”
The couple fueled speculation that they could soon be the next big A-list couple after they were pictured together on the way back to New York in Bradley’s SUV after a rumored romantic getaway on Sunday.
Bradley, 48, is “eager to date and be in a relationship again,” according to a source, who claims the possible new connection has upset Gigi’s ex, Zayn Malik, 30, with whom she has three-year-old daughter Khai has.
“Bradley is looking forward to meeting Gigi. “He hasn’t felt this enthusiasm for a woman in a long time,” a source told exclusively. “They’re taking it slow, but he’s really into her. “She’s exactly his type.”
“Gigi is a good mother to her daughter Khai, and Bradley finds that very appealing,” the source continued, claiming that the supermodel also received points for her “support.” [Bradley’s] Sobriety, which is crucial to him.
Gigi Hadid, 28, and Bradley Cooper, 48, were spotted having dinner together in New York City on October 5
On October 8, the couple further fueled the rumors when he was spotted dropping her off at her New York apartment after reportedly spending the weekend together
Bradley is raising his six-year-old daughter Lea with his ex-girlfriend Irina Shayk, 37, who is reportedly dating former NFL champion Tom Brady, 46.
A second source added: “Bradley really wants to date again and be in a relationship. He loves everything that comes with it, and Gigi is beautiful and she gets it, she’s really cool and knows about relationships like this with famous men, so they both have fun.
“Bradley wasn’t jealous that Irina was with Tom [Brady] But it gave him that extra push to move on, date, and focus on someone who could be a good partner.
“You see how everything is going, it’s still very new but there is no disappointment with what has happened so far. “It looks very positive that this will become something serious.”
The couple first sparked speculation that they were getting closer when they were spotted dining together in New York City on October 5, three days before they were pictured in Bradley’s SUV for the second time.
They were all smiles as the Hangover actor dropped them off at their apartment in his matte black Mercedes-Benz G-Class. She then grabbed a duffel bag from his trunk before going inside.
A source told that Bradley is “very excited” to see what happens next with Gigi, whose motherly instincts with daughter Khai (here in 2022) he finds “very appealing.”
But Zayn is said to “hate” the idea of Gigi moving on as he “still has a connection” with her.
“Zayn got wind of it and he hates it.” “Not that it’s Bradley, just because it’s anyone,” the source continued.
“He still has a connection to Gigi, and he doesn’t really want to see her or even think about her romantically with anyone else.”
“It’s been a while since they broke up but they have a long history and as we all know they have a child together.” So that plays a big role because he can never get away from it as she is for will always be connected, and it plays with his emotions.”
contacted Bradley, Gigi and Zayn’s representatives.
After their supposedly discreet weekend, People reported that Bradley and Gigi were “having fun” and that there was “potential for more.”
“She is independent and has a busy schedule, so I don’t see anything serious happening right away,” a source told the publication.
The insider also mentioned that Bella Hadid’s sister has “had a crush on Cooper for some time” and is open to more than just a friendship with the Oscar winner.
“They have things in common. They are both parents with demanding jobs and understand life in the spotlight. “There’s definitely an attraction,” the insider added.
Bradley is also the proud father of his six-year-old daughter Lea with his ex Irina Shayk, 37 (pictured 2018). Coincidentally, the two supermodels – Gigi and Irina – are friends
Gigi, seen here in 2019 with her ex Zayn Malik, 30, who reportedly “hates” that his ex is moving on
To make her world even smaller, Gigi this year dated Bradley’s best friend Leonardo DiCaprio, 48, who were pictured together in 2012, and she is still friends with the Titanic star
Bradley has spoken openly about his sobriety in the past. In August, he expressed gratitude for his recovery during an episode of “Running Wild With Bear Grylls: The Challenge,” telling listeners, “I got sober when I was 29, and I kept that up for 19 years.”
Despite their best efforts, neither Bradley nor Gigi have managed to keep their dating lives secret.
Bradley’s last significant relationship with Irina ended in 2019 after four years. The couple sparked reconciliation rumors last November after they were photographed with their arms wrapped around each other on a dog walk.
The A Star is Born actor previously dated Renee Zellweger, Isabella Brewster and Suki Waterhouse. He was also married to Jennifer Esposito from 2006 to 2007.
Gigi was briefly linked to Leonardo DiCaprio earlier this year, two years after she split from former One Direction star Zayn. The couple had been together for six years.
Bradley is close friends with Leonardo. The two first met in their 20s when Bradley, a clerk at a New York hotel, assisted the Titanic star.
Last April, Leonardo was spotted partying with Bradley’s ex Irina at Coachella.
AN OVERVIEW OF BRADLEY COOPER’S EX-GIRLFRIENDS
In light of Bradley Cooper’s surprise split from his girlfriend of four years and mother of his first child, Irina Shayk, let’s examine Cooper’s past relationships.
The 44-year-old actor first rose to fame in 2001 when he made his feature film debut in the hit comedy “Wet Hot American Summer” and in the hit ABC series “Alias” alongside Jennifer Garner.
During his rise to fame in the following years, Cooper dated a number of prominent stars, some of whom were his co-stars.
Newest Ex: In light of Bradley Cooper’s surprise split from his girlfriend of four years and mother of his first child, Irina Shayk, we examine Cooper’s past relationships
Cooper began dating actress Jennifer Esposito in January 2006 and made her red carpet debut at the 2006 Golden Globes.
They announced their engagement in October 2006 and married in December 2016, but the engagement didn’t last long.
Esposito filed for divorce in May 2007, which was finalized in November 2007.
Jen and Bradley: Cooper began dating actress Jennifer Esposito in January 2006 and made her red carpet debut at the 2006 Golden Globes
In 2008, Cooper became romantically involved with Isabella Brewster, the younger sister of actress Jordana Brewster.
Brewster was a talent agent at Creative Artists Agency at the time, although their relationship was not considered all that serious.
They reportedly separated sometime in 2009, but little was known about their relationship.
Smiles: Cooper began dating Isabella Brewster, the younger sister of actress Jordana Brewster, in 2008
Cooper was next linked to his “Case 39” co-star Renee Zellweger, whom he first met on the film’s set in 2006 but reportedly didn’t start dating until 2009.
Although Cooper and Zellweger never officially confirmed their relationship, they were believed to have been together for about two years and moved in together in the fall of 2010.
They broke up in 2011, but later that year he began dating Jennifer Lopez.
Bradley and Renee: Cooper was next linked to his “Case 39” co-star Renee Zellweger, whom he met on the set of the film in 2006 but reportedly only started dating in 2009
Although little is known about their romance, Cooper is said to have started dating after Lopez’s split from husband Marc Anthony.
The two were spotted having dinner shortly after J-Lo filed for divorce.
However, their romance only lasted a few months before Cooper moved on to another of his co-stars, Zoe Saldana.
J-Lo and Bradley: While little is known about their romance, Cooper reportedly began a relationship after Lopez split from husband Marc Anthony
Cooper reportedly began dating his The Words co-star Zoe Saldana in December 2011.
They were back and forth throughout 2012 when their film The Words hit theaters, although it didn’t last much longer.
In January 2013, reports surfaced that Cooper and Saldana had broken up.
Bradley and Zoe: Cooper reportedly began dating his The Words co-star Zoe Saldana in December 2011
Just two months after splitting from Saldana, Cooper was linked to model Suki Waterhouse in March 2013.
The couple, who have a 17-year age difference, dated for two years before splitting in March 2015.
Cooper began dating Irina Shayk in April 2015 and moved into her Manhattan penthouse in November 2015.
Bradley and Suki: Just two months after splitting from Saldana, Cooper was linked to model Suki Waterhouse in March 2013
In March 2017, Shayk gave birth to her first child, Lea De Seine, and the couple was frequently seen out and about with their child.
There were reports that their relationship was already on the rocks earlier this week before their split was confirmed.
The couple purchased a four-bedroom townhouse in Manhattan for $13.5 million in October 2018.