Palestinian-American businessman Mohamed Hadid, father of internationally renowned supermodels Gigi Hadid and Bella Hadid, reflected on the profound influence his mother had on his life, describing her as the foundation of the family and the person who taught him compassion, honesty, and respect for everyone.
During a televised interview, Hadid explained that his mother always encouraged him to take care of his siblings and reminded him that family should always come first. He recalled the challenges they faced as Palestinian refugees living in France, noting that despite difficult circumstances, she never allowed hatred to become part of their upbringing.
Raised on Love and Tolerance
Hadid said his mother consistently promoted love, understanding, and coexistence, stressing that she never encouraged her children to hate people because of their religion or background.
He added that he has friends from many different cultures and faiths, describing his mother as a kind-hearted woman from whom he also learned valuable life skills, including cooking.
Teaching Gigi and Bella to Stay True to Their Values
Speaking about his daughters, Hadid said he has always encouraged Gigi and Bella Hadid to remain proud of their identity and to respect themselves and others.
He explained that he teaches them the difference between right and wrong while emphasizing dignity, humility, and mutual respect. According to Hadid, maintaining strong values is essential regardless of fame or public attention.
Criticism Over Political Positions
Mohamed Hadid acknowledged that both Gigi and Bella have received significant criticism because of their political views. However, he stressed that his daughters respect everyone and do not hold hatred toward anyone, believing that differing opinions should never lead to hostility.
Success of On The Road
Hadid made these remarks during an appearance on the second season of On The Road, a television program that has attracted widespread public attention and topped social media trends through exclusive interviews featuring celebrities who shared personal stories and behind-the-scenes moments.
The show has hosted numerous well-known guests, including Hend Sabry, Dhafer L'Abidine, Mirna Gamil, Kinda Alloush, Nour Arida, Tamer Hussein, and Hanan Motawie, among others.
