Big congrats are in order for Gal Gadot ! Our favorite Wonder Woman just got her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame . It's a huge moment for any actor but for Gal it was extra special. She's the first Israeli actress to get this honor. Pretty awesome right?
Walk of Fame Ceremony Gets Interrupted: Protests Erupt During Gal Gadot's Big Moment
The ceremony itself was in Hollywood right in front of the El Capitan Theatre. But things got a little... heated. See while Gal was getting her star there were protests happening nearby . Apparently both pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups showed up and started chanting. It sounds like things got a bit loud and intense outside the tented-off area where the ceremony was happening.
Despite the noise Gal seemed to keep her cool. In her speech she even mentioned her Israeli roots saying she's "just a girl from a town in Israel" and that she never dreamed of something like this. Vin Diesel and Patty Jenkins (who directed Wonder Woman) were there to support her which was cool to see.
Defending Her Voice: Gal Gadot Addresses Backlash for Speaking Out About Israel
The protests are linked to Gal's outspoken support for Israel especially after the October 7th attacks. She has been pretty vocal about it on social media and in speeches. Some people have criticized her stance and she admits she was "shocked" by the hate she received .
Gal explained that she felt she "had to speak up" even if it was controversial. She said she was surprised by how much misinformation was out there and felt it was important to use her platform. She has emphasized that she is "all about humanity" and was advocating for the hostages taken during the attacks.
In her Walk of Fame speech Gal also touched on this saying it's a time when the Jewish community needs to speak out against antisemitism even if it's uncomfortable. It sounds like she is standing firm in her beliefs despite the criticism.
From Israel to Hollywood Superstar: Gal Gadot's Amazing Journey to Walk of Fame Stardom
Let's not forget what this celebration was really about: Gal Gadot's incredible career! She started out as a dancer in Israel then did some modeling. She even auditioned to be a Bond girl early on. Her first big movie role was in "Fast & Furious" and that really launched her international career.
Of course everyone knows her as Wonder Woman now. Director Zack Snyder cast her in "Batman v Superman" and then Patty Jenkins directed her in the solo "Wonder Woman" films. Those movies made her a true global movie star. Patty Jenkins even said Gal isn't just a great actor but a "true star as a person inside and out." High praise indeed!
Even though there won't be a Wonder Woman 3 with Patty and Gal (thanks to DC's reboot plans) Patty hinted that they are still planning to work together again soon. Gal is definitely keeping busy. She's starring in big movies like "Red Notice" and the upcoming live-action "Snow White" where she's playing the Evil Queen . Talk about range!
Evil Queen Era and Beyond: Gal Gadot Takes on New Challenges and Looks to the Future
Playing the Evil Queen in "Snow White" is a new direction for Gal. She's used to being the hero but this time she's embracing her villainous side and even singing on screen for the first time! She said the Evil Queen is "so theatrical and so grand and bigger than life" and that it was a "delicious role to play."
Gal is also looking to take on more roles in Hebrew her native language. She feels it would be a way to act without any boundaries and really connect with a character. With four daughters at home (yes four!) she jokes she's either making movies or making babies. It sounds like Gal Gadot is just getting started and we can't wait to see what she does next both on and off screen.
Gal Gadot: Key Career Highlights
- First Israeli actress to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- Starred as Gisele Yashar in the "Fast & Furious" franchise.
- Achieved global superstardom as Wonder Woman in the DC Extended Universe.
- Played the Evil Queen in Disney's upcoming live-action "Snow White" remake.
- Advocate for Israel and speaks out against antisemitism.
- Former dancer and model before becoming an actress.
- Mother of four daughters.