ZAYN Malik has shared a very rare photo of his daughter that he shares with Gigi Hadid on the beach in a sweet birthday post. The former One Direction singer, 31, took to Instagram to wish Khai a very happy fourth birthday. The two, who called it quits in 2021, welcomed their baby girl into the world a year prior.

Proud dad Zayn posted a sweet picture of the father daughter duo looking out at the sea while at the beach. Zayn captioned the post: "Happy birthday to the most important person in my life, I love you more than words allow me to express, beyond proud to call you my daughter..

"Grateful for every second I get to spend next to you, as you become the incredible person I know you already are. More on Zayn Malik "Four years ago today my life changed forever and I wouldn’t be the man I am today without you." Fans flocked to the comments section to share the love.

One wrote: "So proud of you. Khai is such a lucky kid to have a dad like you." Another added: "You're a great dad.

" Most read in Showbiz "Wishing Khai the best birthday ever with daddy Zayn," a third chimed in. Zayn and model Gigi, sister of Bella Hadid , started dating in 2015. The pair had an on/off relationship until they got back together in 2019.

But then in October 2021 they decided to call things off for good. Gigi is currently dating actor Bradley Cooper . The pair were first linked together in 2023.

On October 28, 2021, it was reported that the fan favorite couple had broken up yet again. "They are not.