Bella Hadid Spotted with Mystery Cowboy Hat Man After Split from Adan Banuelos
Supermodel Bella Hadid has been photographed alongside an unidentified man wearing a cowboy hat, sparking fresh speculation about her romantic life just weeks after news emerged that she and longtime boyfriend Adan Banuelos had ended their relationship. The 29-year-old model maintained a low-key appearance as she navigated through crowds during Milan Fashion Week, dressed in a black leather jacket, dark jeans, and oversized sunglasses.
Mystery Companion and Low-Key Appearance
The unidentified man remained close to Hadid's side throughout the outing, but observers noted there was no visible public display of affection between the pair. The nature of their relationship remains entirely unclear, with Hadid appearing primarily focused on moving through the throng of fans and photographers rather than engaging in any overtly romantic behavior. The Daily Mail has contacted Hadid's representatives for comment regarding the man's identity but has not yet received a response.
Timing Follows Reported Split and Legal Incidents
This sighting comes shortly after reports confirmed that Hadid and Banuelos, a professional equestrian, quietly ended their nearly two-year relationship last month. Following their reported split, both individuals faced separate brushes with the law over the same weekend, according to documents obtained by TMZ.
Records indicate that Hadid was pulled over during a traffic stop outside Gator's Cantina in Weatherford, Texas, when Banuelos allegedly approached officers in the parking lot. Deputies claimed they immediately noticed Banuelos' speech was slurred, his eyes appeared bloodshot and glassy, and there was an odor of alcohol on his breath.
Details of Banuelos' Arrest and Conflicting Signals
Banuelos reportedly told officers he was concerned about Hadid and explained he had followed her because he "cared for her," adding that her cellphone had been left behind at the bar. His white truck was allegedly still running with a white dog said to belong to Hadid remaining inside. After admitting to consuming "four" beers and undergoing a field sobriety test, deputies determined he was intoxicated and took him into custody as a precaution to prevent him from driving or posing a danger.
He was booked into Parker County Jail in the early hours of Saturday morning and later released after posting a $386 bond. An officer noted in the report that Banuelos' vehicle and belongings were released to Hadid, identified in the document as his girlfriend, at his request. While in custody, Banuelos reportedly insisted he had not driven to the bar but declined to identify who had driven him. He also told police he had been at home with a friend when Hadid left, and that they later drove after her when she returned to the bar.
Despite swirling rumors about their breakup at the time, the police report notably still referred to Hadid as Banuelos' girlfriend. Footage later obtained by TMZ appeared to further complicate the narrative, showing Hadid and Banuelos dancing closely together at a honky-tonk on Friday night. Witnesses claimed they kissed, held hands, and behaved like a couple during their roughly 90 minutes inside the bar before leaving with takeaway food.
Hadid's Social Media Post Adds to Confusion
Amid this uncertainty, Hadid raised eyebrows with a recent social media post. On Wednesday, she shared a reflective message centered on a horse she once shared with her ex. The supermodel publicly praised Banuelos' recent success, writing that she was "super proud" of him "for not only getting the high score in a field that is not his usual playground, but also making it to the World's Greatest Horseman finals."
She added that the accomplishment had been "a huge goal" for him and emphasized that "the consistency, hard work, loyalty to his horses, his team, his family and his craft, is something that no one can ever take away from him." In the same post, Hadid gushed over Banuelos' horse Canelo, calling him "one of the horses that made me fall in love with cutting" and praising his "heart, his talent, his beauty, his love and trust."
She also referenced her own close connection to the animal, writing, "I was even able to ride him in the streets of New York without a care in the world. He's just that perfect." Sources previously told Entertainment Tonight that Hadid had been taking the breakup hard, describing the relationship as "very serious" and saying she was still processing the emotional impact.
Background of the Relationship
The outlet reported that she had been leaning into work and close friendships to distract herself, adding that she and Banuelos continued to follow one another on Instagram. The former couple first sparked dating rumors in October 2023 after being spotted together in Texas, where Hadid was frequently seen attending rodeo events. By February 2024, they had gone public on social media, with Hadid posting affectionate photos of the pair in matching cowboy hats.
Throughout their relationship, Hadid spoke openly about how grounding life in Texas felt, particularly as she stepped back from the high-octane pace of modeling. In April 2024, she announced she would be slowing down professionally after relocating with her partner, telling Allure that she was finally prioritizing her well-being and listening to her body as she continued to manage chronic Lyme disease.
Banuelos, an accomplished horse trainer, was inducted into the NCHA Riders Hall of Fame at age 28, becoming the youngest ever to receive the honor. In interviews with outlets including British Vogue and W Magazine, both he and Hadid previously gushed about their connection, shared love of horses, and hopes of one day building a family together.
