Bella Hadid nabs Vogue Japan cover

Bella Hadid has nabbed yet another international Vogue cover. (AFP)
Updated 25 March 2018
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Bella Hadid nabs Vogue Japan cover

DUBAI: Model of the moment Bella Hadid has nabbed yet another international Vogue cover, this time posing as the cover star for Vogue Japan’s May issue.
The half-Palestinian beauty was shot by French high fashion photographer Patrick Demarchelier and styled by Italian sartorial guru Sissy Vian.
Hadid is seen on the cover, which she shared via her Instagram account last week, wearing a gold, sequined Gucci dress and Bulgari necklace. The regal cover shoot marks the second Vogue Japan cover the much-loved model has landed, with her first appearance taking place in September 2016.
Vogue seems to love the Hadid sisters, with British Vogue choosing to feature the dynamic pair in the sibling’s first-ever dual covers for the magazine’s March 2018 issue.
Photographed by Steven Meisel and styled by Joe McKenna for British Vogue, the pair were interviewed by Vogue’s Giles Hattersley who spoke to them during the photo shoot in New York.

The latest Vogue Japan issue will be available on March 28 and follows Bella’s appearance in Shanghai at the “Dior: The Art of Color” exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in the city last week.
The 21-year-old IMG Model then jetted across to New York, where she was spotted on Friday morning heading to a photoshoot with Italian fashion heavyweight Donatella Versace.
The 62-year-old designer teased her Instagram followers with sneak peaks of the shoot, saying: “Shooting something very special for you all in New York — and I'm not just behind the camera.”


Georgina Rodriguez closes out the year with family time, public appearances

Updated 30 December 2025
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Georgina Rodriguez closes out the year with family time, public appearances

  • Partner of Ronaldo shares photos of Christmas, holidays
  • Speculation they will celebrate New Year’s Day in the UAE

DUBAI: Argentine model Georgina Rodriguez has been marking the end of the year with family in the region, sharing moments from public appearances alongside her longtime partner, Cristiano Ronaldo, as well as quieter holiday time together.

One of those appearances included her attendance at the Globe Soccer Dubai Awards 2025, where she showed her support for Ronaldo alongside his eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.

The footballer was awarded Best Middle East Player 2025, marking his third consecutive win in the category.

For the ceremony, Rodriguez opted for a sleek, body-skimming black evening gown featuring a high neckline and long fitted sleeves, detailed with subtle, evenly spaced embellishments.

She wore her hair long and straight, pairing the look with soft, glowing makeup. The ensemble was completed with statement diamond jewelry, including stud earrings, a sparkling watch and her large oval-cut engagement ring.

Now in its 16th edition, the Globe Soccer Awards ceremony was held at Atlantis The Royal. Ronaldo received the award from Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, chairman of the Dubai Sports Council.

After accepting the trophy, Ronaldo said he was focused on continuing his career and adding to his achievements.

“I want to carry on going. You know what my goal is. I want to win more trophies and I want to reach the number that you all know,” he said. “I will reach that number for sure, if there are no injuries, inshaAllah.”

Currently on 956 career goals following a recent brace against Al-Akhdoud, Ronaldo is now 44 goals away from reaching the 1,000-goal milestone.

Ahead of the event in the UAE, fan spotted Rodriguez with Ronaldo in a casual moment walking at Atlantis. She wore jeans paired with a black top, leather jacket, beige hat and black heels.

The model also shared a short video offering a glimpse into how she celebrated Christmas, showing an intimate, family-focused gathering at home.

The family — including Ronaldo, Rodriguez, Ronaldo Jr., Eva Maria, Mateo, Alana Martina and Bella Esmeralda — wore matching pajamas and were seen dancing together toward the Christmas tree in the clip.

Fans are still waiting to see where the family will celebrate New Year’s Eve, after spending the occasion in Dubai last year. This has led to speculation that they may remain in the city for the celebrations.