Zayn Malik’s sister says he’s ‘so loved’ after Gigi Hadid split as he denies ‘striking’ her mum Yolanda

Zayn is in the middle of controversy with ex Gigi and her mum Yolanda (Picture: Instagram/ Getty)

Zayn Malik’s sister has shown support for the singer following his reported split from girlfriend Gigi Hadid and allegations he ‘struck’ her mother Yolanda, which he has denied.

The drama unfolded on Thursday as it was reported that Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Yolanda claimed Zayn ‘struck’ her during an altercation. It’s said Yolanda is ‘seriously considering filing a police report’ however, no police report has been filed. 

Shortly after the allegations were made, Zayn, 28, spoke out to vehemently deny the claims and said he was keen to keep family matters private for the sake of his daughter Khai, who he shares with Gigi.

Sources then claimed that Zayn and Gigi split last month after six years together. 

The former One Direction star’s younger sister Waliyha publicly supported him by sharing screenshots of his statement and denial to her Instagram stories. 

She then posted a meme which said: ‘Family. We may not have it all together, but together we have it all.’ Waliyha then added in captions herself: ‘All we need. @zayn you are so loved by us all.’ 

In a statement released to TMZ, Zayn addressed Yolanda’s allegations and said: ‘I adamantly deny striking Yolanda Hadid and for the sake of my daughter I decline to give any further details and I hope that Yolanda will reconsider her false allegations and move towards healing these family issues in private.’ 

He had previously said: ‘As you all know I am a private person and I very much want to create a safe and private space for my daughter to grow up in. A place where private family matters aren’t thrown on the world stage for all to poke and pick apart. 

‘In an effort to protect that space for her I agreed to not contest claims arising for an argument I had with a family member of my partner’s who entered our home while my partner was away several weeks ago.

Zayn and Gigi have called time on their six-year relationship (Picture: Backgrid)

‘This was and still should be a private matter but it seems for now there is divisiveness and despite my efforts to restore us to a peaceful family environment that will allow for me to co-parent my daughter in a manner in which she deserves, this has been “leaked” to the press.’

The Pillowtalk singer concluded: ‘I am hopeful though for healing for all involved with the harsh words shared and more importantly I remain vigilant to protect Khai and give her the privacy she deserves.’

Sources later revealed that Zayn and Gigi ended their relationship a month ago but are focused on co-parenting their 13-month-old daughter Khai.

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An insider told People: ‘They are not together right now. They are both good parents though. They co-parent. Yolanda is of course very protective of Gigi. She wants the best for her daughter and grandchild.’

When approached about the split and Yolanda’s allegations, Gigi’s rep added: ‘Gigi is solely focused on the best for Khai. She asks for privacy during this time.’ 

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