In a heartfelt glimpse into his life beyond the spotlight, Zayn Malik opens up about the joys of fatherhood and the serenity of rural living. The 31-year-old music sensation, known for his chart-topping hits and magnetic stage presence, shares his journey of raising his daughter Khai and finding solace in the tranquil surroundings of rural Pennsylvania.
Since welcoming his daughter with ex-partner Gigi Hadid in 2020, Zayn made a conscious decision to embrace country life, settling into a farmhouse not far from Gigi’s mother, Yolanda Hadid. For Zayn, the decision to raise Khai in Pennsylvania was a natural one, driven by the desire to provide her with a rich and fulfilling childhood immersed in nature.
“When I found out that my partner at the time was pregnant, I pretty quickly made up my mind that this would be a great place to raise a child because there’s so much for her to do here,” Zayn shared with L’Officiel. “So, we do spend a lot of time outside.”
For Khai, life in Pennsylvania offers endless opportunities for exploration and adventure. From gardening and camping to fishing and cooking outdoors, Zayn cherishes the simple pleasures of shared moments with his daughter. “We do the gardening,” he reveals. “She likes to camp with me. We cook outside. We fish a little bit. And she’s really into it, too, so it makes it fun.”
As Khai grows, Zayn delights in witnessing her burgeoning interests and talents. From her love for gardening to her innate musical abilities, Khai’s curiosity and enthusiasm inspire Zayn every day. “Khai has a lot of natural ability herself already,” he beams. “Her retention for language, especially when it’s formatted in a musical sense to her, has been amazing.”
With each passing day, Khai’s musical inclinations become more apparent, fueling Zayn’s excitement for her future. “She’ll remember every lyric of every song that she likes,” he shares proudly. “She remembers chord progressions and notes. She can do runs that have, like, three, four notes already.”
As Zayn navigates the joys and challenges of parenthood, he finds solace in the bond he shares with his daughter and the tranquility of country living. With Khai by his side, Zayn looks forward to creating cherished memories and nurturing her passions as she blossoms into the remarkable individual she is destined to become.
