(Hadid)n't she do well! Angel Bella's dad Mohamed, 69, is her proudest supporter as he and fiancée Shiva Safai, 36, lead arrivals at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in Shanghai

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He is proud father of five, who regularly voices his support for his famous, model children.

But Mohammed Hadid, 69, wanted to be there in person again on Sunday, as he surprised the model at her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in Shanghai, China.

There to see daughter Bella, 21, walk for a second time in the annual lingerie parade, the property mogul brought along his younger fiancee Shiva Safai, 36, for a star-studded turn out.

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In attendance: Bella Hadid's dad Mohamed, 69, and his wife Shiva Safai, 36, attended the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in Shanghai on Sunday

Mohamed - who is father to famous models Gigi and Anwar Hadid - looked slick in a black suit with a white shirt and skinny tie.

The property mogul is also father to Alana and Marielle Hadid from first marriage to Mary Butler.  

Beauty Bella, 21, was stunned to learn her dad and his fiancee Shiva had flown out to support her.

Speaking backstage shortly before the event, she told Vogue.com: 'My dad's here this year—I didn't even know he was coming and all of a sudden he's in China!

Getting prepped: The brunette was walking in the show for a second time

'I'm so happy that he's here, I can't even believe it.' 

She continued: 'Getting out on that runway is probably one of the best feelings in the world - just to walk and feel the energy of the crowd.

'Obviously our outfits are amazing, but to even go backstage and see all the time, effort, sweat, and tears that every person puts into this show is incredible. It is great seeing them watch the show and see their final product. Plus, all the girls have worked really hard to be here.' 

Last year, Mohamed and Shiva were in the audience to see Bella and her older sister Gigi Hadid walk in the 2016 Victoria's Secret show, which took place in Paris, France.

Gigi pulled out of this year's event last week for unspecified reasons, though it has been reported she was refused a visa by strict Chinese authorities. 

Looking good! Bella looked incredible on the runway, when she modelled a series of lingerie sets

Good genes: The busty brunette was proud to walk in her second VS Show

Only a year ago, Mohamed and Shiva were there to see Bella and her older sister Gigi walk in the 2016 show.

Proving to be the ultimate modern family, the couple joined Mohamed's ex-wife - and the girls' mother - Yolanda Hadid for the afterparty. 

Mohamed has been engaged to gorgeous Shiva since 2014, four years after ending his relationship with Yolanda. 

Speaking recently about her relationship with Bella, Shiva said: 'I would say I feel more like someone they know they can always trust as a friend, rather than a stepmother.

Proud dad: Mohamed was once again there to support his daughter

She added: 'I am very grateful to be part of a family. I have been welcomed in with so much warmth and love.

'They know they can count on me any time and day and I'm always there cheering them on from the sidelines. I'm so proud of their success and the beautiful young women they've become.'

Shiva went on to praise Bella, Gigi and Anwar's mother Yolanda, to whom Mohamed was married for six years, until 2000.  

Supportive: Mohamed was there to see Bella's big sister Gigi (left) walk in the 2016 show, held in Paris, France

Happy family: Bella and Gigi's mother Yolanda Foster (second left) also joined Mohamed and Shiva at last year's show

She said she did not need to act as a mother to the girls, because they already had such a wonderful matriarch.

Yolanda did not seem able to attend on Sunday in Shanghai, and Gigi pulled out at the last minute. 

It was confirmed last week that Gigi 'would not be able to make it' to the show, despite being slated to walk alongside her sister.  

Dazzling appearance: The guests joined arrivals including fashion designer Olivier Rousteing

Joining guests: Turkish model Tulin Sahin was among the red carpet attendees

Showing her face: Chinese actress Guan Xiaoto looked cute in a tutu dress

Stand out: Miss Universe Thailand 2016 Chalita Suansane was dressed beautifully

Showing up: Li Xiaolu, also known as Jacqueline Li, is a Chinese actress who attended

Stylish: Brazilian style blogger Helena Bordon put in an appearance

It came just a few months after she came under fire in China over a controversial video showing her squinting her eyes to imitate Buddha. 

'I'm so bummed,' she wrote on Twitter, 'I won't be able to make it to China this year,' she wrote. 

'Love my VS family, and will be with all my girls in spirit!! Can't wait to tune in with everyone to see the beautiful show I know it will be, and already can't wait for next year!'

The model's Twitter announcement comes just a few months after she was forced to apologize to the Chinese people for a 'racist' video of herself squinting her eyes 

Gigi Hadid revealed that she will no longer be walking in this year's Victoria's Secret Fashion Show