Gal Gadot (Hebrew: גל גדות‎, pronounced [ˈɡal ɡaˈdot];[1] born 30 April 1985) is an Israeli actress, best known for portraying Wonder Woman in the DC Extended Universe films (2016–2023).

"[40] After the issue was released in July 2007,[40] the shoot significantly boosted her public profile,[41][42] and as a result, she landed an international campaign for "Prada Ellis" perfume.

She followed in the footsteps of models like Yael Abecassis and Sandi Bar, with her background as an IDF soldier and beauty pageant participant contributing to her selection.

[15] After her first year, a casting director from London contacted Gadot's agent after seeing her modeling card on the agency's wall, leading her to audition for the role of Camille Montes in the James Bond film Quantum of Solace.

[51] After the film's release in 2009, she made a brief appearance in the TV series Entourage[52] in the episode titled "Amongst Friends," portraying Lisa, a date of the main character, Vincent Chase.

[61] In December 2013, Gadot was confirmed for the role in the untitled Batman v Superman movie alongside Henry Cavill and Ben Affleck, directed by Zack Snyder.

"[44] Before landing the role Gadot explained her frustration with the constant rejection she faced while auditioning in Los Angeles, saying, "There’s so much no," after working on a few Fast and Furious films, She considered leaving acting, saying, "Maybe it’s not for me.

[69] Later, Gadot graced the cover of UMM,[55] and landed her first Israeli film role in the comedy Kicking Out Shoshana, where she played the lead female character, Mirit Ben-Harush.

[78] Later that year, she co-starred in the action crime thriller film Criminal, as the wife of Ryan Reynolds' character,[79] alongside Kevin Costner, Gary Oldman, and Tommy Lee Jones.

[34] Her final film of the year was the action comedy Keeping Up with the Joneses, in which she played a secret agent, alongside Zach Galifianakis, Jon Hamm, and Isla Fisher.

The six-part documentary series, executive produced by Gadot and her husband, highlights young women overcoming poverty, violence, and discrimination to create positive change in their communities,[98][99] premiered in April 2021 across National Geographic's digital and social platforms.

[104] That same month, Gadot starred alongside Dwayne Johnson and Ryan Reynolds in the Netflix action comedy film Red Notice, written and directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber.

[121] The film received mostly negative reviews, with Owen Gleiberman stating: "Gadot is game, but there’s a slightly downbeat earnestness about her that doesn’t mesh with the reflexive quippiness of the dialogue.

Fashion photographer Alon Shefransky, who worked with her from 2006 to 2008, described her turning point from a softer, "baby-faced look" to a more toned, defined appearance as a "wow moment," likening it to "discovering the next Natalie Portman"[41] By 2012, Gadot ranked second on Forbes Israel's list of top-earning models, with earnings of NIS 1.3 million (approximately US$350,000), and in 2013, her earnings rose to NIS2.4 million (approximately US$650,000), driven largely by brand endorsements and her role in Fast & Furious.

"[134][135] Ahead of Wonder Woman's 2017 release, Gal Gadot received 95% positive online comments, with Taykey analytics ranking her as the most beloved Israeli globally.

[152] In contrast, others viewed Gadot's role as a positive step toward broader representation, especially for Jewish women, Israeli heritage, distinct accent, and strength as a heroic figure.

[154] During his visit to Los Angeles for the General Assembly of the Jewish Federations, Israeli President Reuven Rivlin was invited by Gadot to the premiere of Justice League, a film in which she stars.

The campaign, titled "Israel Creates Wonder Women," showcases "real-life Israeli heroines," including an air force pilot, a doctor, and a businesswoman.

[162][163][164] The decision was met with protests from UN staff members who stated in their petition to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon that the character is "not culturally encompassing or sensitive" and served to objectify women.

Revlon's global brand president, Anne Talley, described Gadot as a symbol of feminine strength and beauty, embodying the campaign's message of empowerment and inclusivity.

Sponsored by Israeli businessmen in LA, the trip included luxury car rides and a visit to the YMI fashion company, dedicated to the memory of businessman Dudi Vered's late son.

"[183] Assayag questioned Gadot's loyalty to Israel, calling her a "disconnected piece of shit," and compared her to other celebrities like Dwayne Johnson and Gigi Hadid, who showed more balanced support for both sides.

[183] Later that month, Gadot, along with over 700 Hollywood professionals, signed an open letter condemning the Palestinian militant group Hamas, demanding the release of hostages, and expressing support for Israel.

[188] Later In September 2024, Gadot joined Israeli President Isaac Herzog in launching the "Voice of the People" initiative, aimed at fostering global Jewish unity amidst rising antisemitism and the "ongoing hostage crisis.

And I find myself, time and again, having to engage in very complex and often uncomfortable discussions with people who have opinions about what’s happening, trying to give them the full picture of what’s really going on.In January 2025, Gadot participated in Noa Tishby’s "#BringOnTheLight" campaign, celebrating Jewish resilience and joy during Hanukkah.

[192] Late that month, she faced backlash after attending the 2025 Golden Globes without wearing a yellow ribbon pin, a symbol of support for hostages held by Hamas.

"[194] In March 2020, Gadot and a number of other celebrities, including her Wonder Woman 1984 co-star Kristen Wiig, performed an online version of the song "Imagine" by John Lennon, intended to raise morale during the COVID-19 pandemic.

[204] That same year, Gadot met her future husband, Jaron "Yaron" Varsano,[note 2] a real estate developer from Amsterdam who grew up in a Jewish family in the Netherlands,[208][209] in 2006 while she was still serving in the Israeli Army.

[217] The couple owned a boutique hotel in Tel Aviv, Israel, which she helped run,[218] that eventually was sold to Russian oligarch and politician Roman Abramovich in 2015 for $26 million.

[21] Additionally, when asked which historical event she would like to witness, Gadot shared that she would have chosen the rally after which Yitzhak Rabin was assassinated, as it symbolized "the extreme rejection of democracy".