Fake AI Image of Gal Gadot Wearing Spanish Player's Jersey Sparks Outrage in Israel

Israeli Hollywood star Gal Gadot became the center of a social media storm after a fake AI-generated image showed her wearing the jersey of Spain's national team player Amin Younes. The image was posted on a fake account bearing Gadot's name and depicted her in Younes's shirt, a player known for his pro-Palestinian views and criticism of Israel. Many Israeli users, unaware the image was fabricated, reacted with anger and harsh comments accusing Gadot of siding against Israel.

The backlash included comments labeling her a "traitor to Israel" and questioning her loyalties. Gadot herself did not post the image, and the entire scenario was based on AI-generated misinformation. Gadot's mother, Irit Gadot, intervened by posting a brief comment clarifying that the photo was fake.

This incident highlights the growing challenge posed by advanced AI technologies that can create highly convincing fake images and videos, complicating public discourse and damaging reputations. Experts and Israeli cybersecurity authorities have recently warned about the increasing misuse of AI, including fake SMS messages and security vulnerabilities in AI platforms like ChatGPT.

Gadot has previously expressed support for Israeli causes, such as encouraging Israel's Eurovision contestant Noam Datan and sharing her grandfather's Holocaust survivor story on Holocaust Remembrance Day. The swift response from Gadot's family helped mitigate the damage, but the case raises concerns about how many similar fake AI-generated incidents go unnoticed and harm public figures.