Gal Gadot Discusses Life as an Israeli Abroad on Israeli TV

Hollywood star Gal Gadot appeared on the satirical election program "Eretz Nehederet" (A Wonderful Country) during a visit to Israel to vote. In a segment filmed in the back of a taxi, Gadot spoke about the challenges of being an Israeli abroad since the war began, sharing her experiences and strong connection to Israel. She explained the importance of voting, stating, "If not now, then when? It's hard to be Israeli abroad today, it's a bit hard for me to hide myself. They know I'm Israeli. I do go around more with masks." Gadot also addressed the discrepancies between Israeli and foreign media coverage of events, noting her efforts to provide context to international audiences. "I'm constantly explaining to people and giving them context. There's a lot of hate. I try to explain to them that what you see from there, you don't see from here, and what you see from here, you don't see there," she said. Despite her four daughters being raised abroad, with only the eldest born in Israel, Gadot emphasized their deep roots, noting how quickly they adopt Hebrew phrases. She confirmed plans to return to Israel, revealing, "Of course, we are already building a home here and want to return, there is no doubt at all." Gadot, who previously hosted "Saturday Night Live" and is set to receive the 2026 Genesis Prize, has been actively involved in philanthropy, directing the prize money and additional funds towards Israeli organizations supporting trauma survivors of the October 7th attacks and the subsequent war. Her career trajectory, from a modest salary in "Fast & Furious" to a reported $10 million for "Wonder Woman 1984," highlights her rise to global stardom.