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Hollywood might be physically located in the land of the free, aka United States but it boasts talent from all over the world. More often than not a breakout star emerges, hailing from another part of the world, capturing the hearts of audiences. And that is precisely what Gald Gadot did when she first ventured into the realm of glitz and glamour.
Born and raised in Israel, she first gained the attention of fans when she secured a role in Vin Diesel’sFast & Furiousfranchise, starring as Gisele Yashar. However, she truly achieved worldwide fame when she was cast in Zack Snyder’s Snyderverse aka DC Extended Universe as Diana Prince/ Wonder Woman. Hailed as one of the best DCEU movies, the actress’ portrayal was widely praised by fans and critics, and to this day she continues to remain a fan favorite.
However, beyond her on-screen accomplishments, many fans are curious about her personal background, including her nationality, ethnicity, and linguistic abilities. So without further ado, here is all you need to know about the actress, her upbringing, and her ethnicity.
What is former DC star Gal Gadot’s ethnic background?
Gal Gadothas become a symbol of empowerment and grace and her appeal transcends cultural and linguistic boundaries. The former DC star was born on August 07, 2025. Although some sources suggest she was born in the Israeli city of Petah Tikva (viaIsrael Hayom), the actress in an interview withThe Jewish Forwardstated that she was born in Tel Aviv. Thus, an Israel national by birth, the actress grew up in the city of Rosh HaAyin (viaThe Times of Israel).
Gadot’s family history is a testament to resilience, as her grandparents were Holocaust survivors who emigrated to Israel seeking a new beginning. As for her ethnic background, Gadot comes from an Ashkenazi Jewish family that has roots in the countries of Poland, Austria, Germany, and Czechoslovakia. Her maternal grandparents were from Europe and her grandfather, Abraham Weiss, was a Holocaust survivor, imprisoned at the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp (viaCelebs).
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In anInstagrampost on Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Wonder Woman star revealed her grandfather was born in 1928 in a small village named Muncaks in Czechoslovakia. During the Second World War, he unfortunately lost his entire family. Moreover, in an interview withJimmy Kimmel Live!Gadot revealed that her last name aka family name used to be ‘Greenstein’ but her parents decided to change it before her birth.
How many languages can Gal Gadot speak?
Gal Gadot is an Israeli actress, born and raised in Israel but with a family ethnicity belonging to Central and Eastern Europe. However, when it comes to languages, the actress is only bilingual, which means she can only speak English and Hebrew, which is her mother tongue.
The actress revealed this fact during the 73 questions withVogueinterview and even showed off her command of language by reciting some complex tongue twisters. However, in anXpost, the actress replied to a fan that she can speak a bit Arabic.
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Hence, needless to say, the actress cannot speak Italian or any other language besides the two she mentioned. Proud of her identity and the family that she comes from, Gadot also loves to speak in her mother tongue any chance she can get. Often showing off her language skills in interviews, it is commendable to see how proficient she has gotten in the English language.
A look at Hollywood star Gal Gadot’s family
Gal Gadot’s grandparents were Holocaust survivors who moved to Israel after the Second World War. Her parents are both sabras, as she revealed in an interview withThe Jewish Daily Forward. Her parents are Irit and Michael Gadot and she has a younger sister named Dana (viaEntertainment Now).While her father worked as an engineer, her mother worked as a physical education teacher, the reason why she grew up playing sports and being as athletic as she is now (viaRolling Stone).
While most celebrities in showbiz struggle to find true love or fail to have successful marriages, Gadot has been married to Jaron Varsano since 2008.The couple met each other for the first time at a yoga retreat, and since then, they have remained inseparable. While Gadot is now a famous and acclaimed actress, often in the spotlight, her husband is equally successful behind the scenes. A real estate developer, he also started a production company alongside his wife (viaPEOPLE).
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Gadot, despite being a successful Hollywood star, is also a mother to four beautiful kids that she shares with her husband. The couple has four daughters, the eldest Alma who was born in 2011, Maya born in 2017, Daniella in 2021, and their youngest Ori, born in 2024. While she enjoys acting and the glamour that comes with it, Gadot loves spending time with her family and kids the best (viaPEOPLE).
Gal Gadot was raised in a proper Jewish, Israeli household
Gal Gadot comes from a family of people who are proud of their lineage, hence she had a proper Jewish upbringing. Talking about her parents and upbringing in an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald, the Fast & Furious star revealed that she grew up in a pretty suburban Tel Aviv in avery Jewishsetting. Since her mother was a PE teacher, the actress was always encouraged to be sporty and hence wasvery, very activeand excelled in sports.
Gadot had a very sheltered life growing up. Her parents were strict about how she and her sister spent their time. There was to be no television but rather playing outside or engaging in some physical activity, skills that later came into use when she did her mandatory military service in Israel and later in the many action roles of her career.
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Today, it is commendable to see how far the actress has come from her humble beginnings to Hollywood stardom. Despite becoming a major Hollywood actress, Gal Gadot remains attached to her Israeli upbringing and Jewish heritage, thus, embodying the essence of a modern-day icon who bridges cultures and inspires millions across the world. While her accomplishments are certainly great, the rich tapestry of her background certainly makes her one of the most compelling figures in the entertainment industry today.
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Maria Sultan is a dedicated News Content Writer at FandomWire. With over five years of professional experience and hundreds of published articles, she brings a wealth of expertise to her coverage of Marvel, K-dramas, and the latest on streaming platforms.Her work is not just about reporting news; it’s about providing insightful perspectives on the entertainment trends that matter most.
