Upon their arrival on the island via a private jet, officials conducted a search of Gigi Hadid and her companion’s belongings.
The search yielded “ganja and paraphernalia related to its consumption,” as detailed by local publication Cayman Marl Road.
The renowned supermodel and her friend were apprehended under suspicion of possessing ganja and related utensils for its use, leading to their temporary detention at the Prisoner Detention Center before being granted bail.
In a court appearance on July 12, both Hadid and her companion admitted guilt and were slapped with a fine of $1,000 each.
Fortunately, no further charges were pressed against them.
The news made waves across social media platforms with fans expressing shock and curiosity over the incident.
The internet was abuzz with varying opinions on the matter, stirring up a mix of reactions.
Addressing the issue, Gigi’s spokesperson clarified the situation, stating that the marijuana found was legally obtained in New York City with a valid medical permit.
Moreover, medical use of marijuana has been legalized in Grand Cayman since 2017.
The representative further emphasized that Gigi’s clean record remains intact, reassuring the public that she fully abided by the law.
Despite the brief legal hiccup, Gigi Hadid appeared unfazed as she continued to share glimpses of her tropical vacation on her social media accounts.
In a bold move, she indirectly referenced the incident with a series of photos from the trip accompanied by the caption, “All’s well that ends well.”
This light-hearted response from the model garnered mixed reactions, with some applauding her nonchalant attitude while others questioned the seriousness of the matter.
As the dust settled on the controversy, Gigi
