Ralph Lauren Faces Boycott Calls Over Gal Gadot Instagram Post
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Fashion brand Ralph Lauren is facing boycott calls on Instagram after featuring Israeli actress Gal Gadot in a post, with some users criticizing the choice and others defending her. The backlash follows recent criticism of Gadot's acting skills.
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- Ralph Lauren faced boycott calls over an Instagram post featuring Gal Gadot.
- Anti-Israel users criticized the brand's choice of Gadot.
- Supporters defended Gadot in the post's comments.
- The controversy follows recent criticism of Gadot's acting.
- The brand's founder, Ralph Lauren, is Jewish.
International fashion brand Ralph Lauren has faced a backlash on Instagram after featuring Israeli model and actress Gal Gadot in a post. Anti-Israel users called for a boycott of the brand, criticizing the choice of Gadot. Comments included "very disappointing," "goodbye forever Ralph Lauren," and "anyone but her."
The post, which quickly garnered thousands of comments, also received support for Gadot, with users calling her a "perfect fit" and "stunning." One commenter pointed out that the brand's founder, Ralph Lauren (born Ralph Lifshitz), is himself Jewish.
This controversy comes shortly after Gadot faced criticism for her acting abilities in her latest film, "Heart of Stone." A scene from the movie went viral on X, formerly Twitter, with users questioning her casting and performance.
Ralph Lauren, born to Jewish parents who emigrated from Belarus, later changed his family name. He briefly attended Baruch College after studying at the High School of Yeshiva University.
