Palestinian-Dutch model Bella Hadid turned 24 on Friday and her sister Gigi made us all teary-eyed as she posted an emotional message on her Instagram account. 

Gigi Hadid shared pictures of the two sisters from their growing up years to the moments they shared at the backstage of various fashion events. For their followers, it was almost like a warm hug to see the sisters take a jog down their memory lane.

The Hadid sister, who recently gave birth to a baby girl, captioned the pictures: “Today I celebrate, but am always grateful for, the 24 years that I have been blessed with my baby sister @bellahadid who always has my back and brings me the yummiest treats.” 

Gigi went on to add, “I am so proud of your constant growth and light. You have a beautiful heart and I wish you a year of every opportunity to do what makes you the most fulfilled, sharing that magic near and far.  WHO LOVES YOU?! YOUR SISTER. Have the best day !!!!!!”

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Bella has been an influential figure in the fashion industry for a few years now. She was voted “Model of the Year” by industry professionals for Models.com and also won Model of the Year at the GQ Men of the Year Awards in London in 2016.