5 Shocking Revelations About Bella Hadid And The Weeknd’s Tumultuous Love Story (Updated 2025)
The whirlwind, on-again, off-again romance between supermodel Bella Hadid and music icon The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) remains one of the most captivating celebrity sagas of the modern era. Their relationship, which spanned four years of high-profile appearances, dramatic splits, and emotional reunions, has left an indelible mark on pop culture, inspiring chart-topping music and countless fashion moments.
As of late December 2025, the chapter on "Bela and Abel" is definitively closed, with both stars having moved on to new, stable relationships. However, their shared history continues to make headlines, most recently with the sale of their former New York City love nest, proving that the legacy of this power couple is far from forgotten.
The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) and Bella Hadid: Complete Biographical Profiles
To fully appreciate the gravity of their relationship, it is essential to understand the individual star power and background of the two entities involved: the Canadian R&B sensation and the American supermodel.
Bella Hadid (Isabella Khair Hadid)
- Full Name: Isabella Khair Hadid
- Born: October 9, 1996, in Washington, D.C., U.S.
- Nationality: American
- Parents: Mohamed Hadid (real estate developer) and Yolanda Hadid (former model). She is the younger sister of model Gigi Hadid.
- Career Highlights: Began modeling in 2014, quickly rising to global prominence. She holds the record for the most appearances on international Vogue covers in a single year. She is a prominent face for luxury brands like Dior and Bulgari.
- Current Relationship Status (2025): Happily dating professional cowboy and horseman Adan Banuelos.
The Weeknd (Abel Makkonen Tesfaye)
- Full Name: Abel Makkonen Tesfaye
- Born: February 16, 1990, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Nationality: Canadian
- Parents: Makkonen and Samra Tesfaye (Ethiopian immigrants).
- Career Highlights: A Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and record producer known for blending R&B, pop, and trap music. His discography includes hits like "Blinding Lights," "Starboy," and "Save Your Tears." He is also an actor and co-creator of the controversial HBO series The Idol.
- Current Relationship Status (2025): Dating DJ and entrepreneur Simi Khadra.
The Tumultuous Timeline: Four Years of On-Again, Off-Again Drama
The relationship between Bella Hadid and Abel Tesfaye was a non-stop media spectacle, characterized by highly public milestones and dramatic, conflicting schedules that ultimately led to their final split. Their love story is best understood through its three distinct acts, spanning from 2015 to 2019.
Act I: The Initial Spark and First Breakup (2015–2016)
The couple first met in April 2015 when Abel reportedly asked Bella to model for his album artwork, a request she declined. However, a romantic connection was quickly established, and they were soon seen together at Coachella and other high-profile events. Bella even starred in his music video for "In the Night."
Their relationship reached peak visibility when they made their red carpet debut at the 2016 Grammy Awards. However, by November 2016, the intense pressures of their conflicting schedules—The Weeknd’s tour and Bella’s exploding modeling career—led to their first amicable separation.
Act II: The Selena Gomez Interlude and High-Profile Reunion (2017–2018)
The most dramatic period of their history occurred during their separation. In January 2017, The Weeknd began a highly-publicized relationship with singer Selena Gomez. Bella and Abel’s breakup was thrown into the spotlight again when the two exes had a memorable, highly-photographed encounter at the 2016 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in Paris, just weeks after their split.
After The Weeknd and Selena Gomez broke up in late 2017, the reunion with Bella was swift. By the spring of 2018, they were spotted kissing at Coachella, and they were officially back together by the summer, moving into a stunning Tribeca penthouse together.
Act III: The Final Split and Moving On (2019–Present)
Despite their attempts to make it work, the same issues of distance and demanding careers resurfaced. By August 2019, Bella and The Weeknd decided to call it quits for the final time. Sources indicated that they remained on good terms, but the logistical challenges of their global careers proved too difficult to overcome. This marked the definitive end of the "Bennifer" of the fashion and music worlds.
The Latest News in 2025: Separate Lives and a Shared Property Sale
In 2025, the narrative around Bella Hadid and Abel Tesfaye is no longer about reconciliation, but about their completely separate, thriving personal lives and the final severing of their last shared ties—a piece of luxury real estate. This is the freshest, most compelling update for fans who have followed their journey.
1. Bella Hadid's Life as a Cowgirl
Bella Hadid has fully embraced a new, quieter life away from the high-fashion runways of New York and Paris. She has relocated to Texas, focusing on her passion for horses and equestrian sports. Her current partner is professional cutting horse rider Adan Banuelos, who she has been dating for over a year. The supermodel has publicly shared photos of their life together, indicating a serious and grounded relationship, a stark contrast to the jet-setting chaos of her past celebrity romances. She has even expressed a desire to start a family with the cowboy, signaling a major life shift.
2. The Weeknd’s Low-Key Romance with Simi Khadra
Abel Tesfaye is also in a long-term relationship with Simi Khadra, one-half of the DJ duo Simi & Haze and a close friend of the Hadid family. The couple was seen celebrating Simi's 32nd birthday in Beverly Hills in March 2025, and Abel even mentioned his "girlfriend" in an interview in May 2025. Their relationship is notably more private than his previous high-profile romances with both Bella Hadid and Selena Gomez, suggesting a desire for stability away from the tabloid glare.
3. The $35 Million Penthouse Farewell
The most tangible link to their life together resurfaced in 2025: the sale of their former New York City apartment. The Tribeca penthouse, where the couple lived during their 2018-2019 reconciliation, was listed for a staggering $35 million. This luxurious property, which Abel moved into in 2018, served as the backdrop for their attempts at a domestic life. Its sale marks a symbolic final chapter, closing the door on the era of "Bela and Abel" and solidifying their commitment to their new paths.
The enduring fascination with Bella Hadid and The Weeknd's relationship stems from its intense public nature and the dramatic intersections of their careers. While both have found happiness and stability in new relationships, their four-year saga remains a defining moment in celebrity romance history. The new updates in 2025 confirm that their individual journeys are stronger than ever, proving that sometimes the greatest love stories are the ones that teach you how to move on.
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