Published: 15:17 GMT, 10 November 2026 | Updated: 15:22 GMT, 10 November 2026
Bella Hadid has officially introduced her new partner to the world, stepping out with conservative Christian cowboy Nathan Lacy to hard launch their relationship on social media. The high-profile supermodel, who has been quietly linked to Lacy for several months, finally took their romance public with a series of affectionate photographs shared with her millions of followers.
The confirmation follows months of speculation regarding Hadid’s love life. Back in July, reports exclusively revealed the identity of the wealthy Republican businessman and horse enthusiast whom Hadid had been romancing following her split from professional equestrian Adan Banuelos. While the pair had previously kept a relatively low profile while spending time together, Hadid decided the time was right to bring their relationship into the spotlight.
Taking to Instagram, the runway icon posted a collection of flirty, PDA-filled images capturing a recent night out at a professional hockey game. The newly minted couple was spotted sitting right behind the glass, fully immersed in the high-stakes athletic action as they cheered on the Colorado Avalanche. According to the images, the chemistry between the pair was entirely palpable, with both Hadid and Lacy caught on the edges of their seats as the Avalanche took on the Detroit Red Wings.
Amid the intensity of the matchup, the couple found plenty of moments to display their affection, sharing fierce embraces and enjoying each other’s company in full view of the crowd. Lacy was prominently featured in several of the slides uploaded to Hadid’s official account, signaling a definitive step forward in their romance and marking their debut as an official couple on social media.
True to her roots, Hadid accompanied the gallery of photographs with a heartfelt and lengthy caption, declaring herself a "Colorado girl at heart" and raving about the unforgettable atmosphere of the evening. She began her message by shouting out the team, writing, "Let’s go Avs!!!!!! Saturday night was especially meaningful. Honoring Hockey Fights Cancer. Thank you @coloradoavalanche for using the power of sport for something so much bigger than the scoreboard."
Elaborating on the significance of the charitable event, Hadid emphasized the emotional weight of the evening for the local community. She noted that the Hockey Fights Cancer initiative serves as a powerful reminder of what a community can achieve when it unites behind a common cause. The supermodel highlighted the importance of raising vital funds for cancer research while simultaneously honoring the individuals and families across Colorado whose lives have been deeply impacted by the disease.
Directing her words toward those affected, Hadid added a touching tribute to the fighters, survivors, and those who have passed away. "To those who have fought, those still fighting, those we’ve lost, and the loved ones standing beside them every step of the way. This night was for you and I’m so glad I could have been there!!" she shared with her followers.
Reflecting on her long-standing affinity for the sport, Hadid explained that her appreciation for hockey blossomed during her years living in New York City. However, given her deep personal ties to the Centennial State, where she spent a portion of her formative years, she felt her journey toward supporting the Colorado Avalanche was ultimately inevitable.
"And being a Colorado girl at heart, growing up here since I was young, I guess it was only a matter of time before I found my way to the @coloradoavalanche," she continued in her post. The model praised the gritty nature of the sport, pointing out that regardless of where someone might be in the world, the heart, camaraderie among teammates, player passion, and the unwavering loyalty of the fans create an unmatched spectacle in person.
Injecting a bit of lighthearted humor into her passionate review of the evening, Hadid even acknowledged the rougher side of the sport, joking about the occasional on-ice altercations. "(When the gloves come off… that’s fun to watch sometimes too)," she quipped, before concluding that there is something uniquely magical about being right behind the glass and experiencing a sport that successfully brings an entire community together. Summing up her feelings about the memorable outing alongside Lacy, she declared it simply as the "best night ever!!!!"
The public declaration marks a notable new chapter for Hadid, who splits her time between her high-profile fashion career and her rural pursuits, seamlessly blending her life in the fashion capitals of the world with her passion for country living and equestrian culture. With her relationship to Lacy now officially out in the open, the couple appears poised to continue sharing glimpses of their life together as they navigate their romance in the public eye.
