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Supermodels Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid, two of the fashion industry’s most recognizable faces, are proving they are more than just runway icons. In Vogue’s latest editorial, the duo highlight their athletic pasts and the ways sports continue to influence their lives today. Shot against the picturesque backdrop of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the feature not only celebrates their friendship but also dives into the athletic passions that shaped them long before they conquered the fashion world.
Gigi Hadid reflects on her athletic roots
Long before becoming a global supermodel, Hadid was a dedicated equestrian and a competitive volleyball player. While her modeling career took center stage, Hadid admitted that she misses the competitive spirit that once fueled her athletic journey.
“I guess the priority for me is giving Khai my time when I’m with her. And when I’m not with her, that’s when I work,” Gigi Hadid explained, reflecting on how motherhood has shifted her focus. Still, the pull of her sporting past remains strong. “I miss the spirit of competition most,” she added, acknowledging the irreplaceable thrill of being on the court or in the saddle.
Kendall Jenner’s lifelong connection to equestrianism
Kendall Jenner, too, has a deep connection to sports—particularly horseback riding. A dedicated equestrian since her youth, Jenner has often turned to the sport as both a passion and a grounding force in her life. During the Vogue conversation, she encouraged Hadid to consider reconnecting with the activities that once brought her joy.
“I’d recommend getting back into anything that you did especially when you were young that you were purely in love with,” Jenner advised. “There’s something so therapeutic and nostalgic about it. It’s good for the soul.”
Finding joy through athletic passions
The Vogue feature highlighted how both Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid view their athletic pasts as more than just hobbies. For them, equestrianism and volleyball weren’t just sports, but transformative outlets that instilled discipline, resilience, and joy—qualities that continue to shape their careers today.
Hadid agreed with Jenner’s sentiment, reflecting on her own longing to revisit the things that once defined her younger years.
“Things that bring back childlike joy,” she mused, considering how those passions could still play a role in her life.
More than models: Athletes at heart
While they may be better known for dominating magazine covers and high-fashion runways, Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid’s athletic spirits remain integral to who they are. Whether it’s Hadid reminiscing about volleyball or Jenner embracing her equestrian roots, their Vogue shoot proves that athleticism continues to be a defining part of their identities—long after their competitive days have passed.
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