Gal Gadot Photos Spark Boycott Calls Against Ralph Lauren
American fashion brand Ralph Lauren faced backlash on Instagram after posting photos of Israeli actress Gal Gadot on September 9, 2026. The images, taken by Tal Abadi at The Jaffa Hotel, featured Gadot in the brand's fall 2026 collection. The post, which highlighted Gadot "shining on the cover of Modern Luxury," quickly drew thousands of critical comments from users calling for a boycott.
Critics expressed outrage, with comments including "Bye, Ralph Lauren," "No to Zionists," and "Big disappointment." The brand's Instagram page, with over 16.7 million followers, became a focal point for this criticism. Ralph Lauren has not issued an official statement regarding the controversy.
However, the backlash was met with counter-support. Some users defended the brand, mocking the boycott initiative and pointing out the Jewish heritage of its founder, Ralph Lauren (born Ralph Lifshitz). Lauren, whose parents were Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe, changed his surname at age 16. His family communicated in Yiddish at home.