Gigi Hadid Denies Epstein Association

Model Gigi Hadid has publicly addressed the recent release of the Epstein Files, which included her name. In a statement responding to a fan, Hadid expressed that her name's appearance in the files made her feel sick. She unequivocally stated that she never met the disgraced financier and believes he attempted to manipulate people by claiming influence over careers.

Hadid clarified her professional beginnings, explaining that her mother facilitated meetings with modeling agencies in New York City before she turned 18. She signed with IMG in 2012 and has worked diligently since then, refuting any suggestion of undue influence.

Epstein, who died by suicide on August 10, 2019, while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, had a 2015 email exchange mentioned in the files. This exchange involved questions about how the Hadid sisters achieved their modeling success and financial standing.