Published: June 10, 2025
Bella Hadid was born on October 9, 1996, to a Palestinian-Muslim father and a Dutch mother. Though her upbringing balanced cultural influences, her religious identity has been publicly tied to Islam. She has described herself as “proud to be a Muslim,” acknowledging her father’s religious influence during childhood 1.
Raised with Islamic Roots
Bella has shared that her father, Mohamed Hadid, was devout and included religious practices in their household. She recalled, “He was always religious, and he always prayed with us. I am proud to be a Muslim” — in her first explicit public statement of faith 2.
Spiritual, Inclusive Faith
Over time, Bella has described herself as “very spiritual,” finding resonance not only with Islam but with other faiths as well. In a 2022 interview, she noted that although her family was not overtly religious, she was influenced by friends from Jewish backgrounds and remains open to universal spirituality. “It’s not about my god or your god. I kind of just call on whoever is willing to be there for me” 3.
Advocacy and Pride in Faith
Bella has been visibly active in causes tied to her heritage and faith. In 2017, she joined her sister Gigi in protesting the U.S. travel ban on Muslim-majority countries, carrying signs affirming religious unity. She emphasized that her cultural and faith background has shaped her commitment to kindness and respect for all 4.
Maintaining Faith Publicly
Although she doesn’t detail specific religious observances (such as fasting during Ramadan), Bella has expressed growing closeness to Islam in recent years, acknowledging its role in grounding her identity. She also values the ability to draw wisdom from multiple spiritual paths 5.
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