Despite achieving success in hit movies like Fast & Furious, Wonder Woman, and Red Notice, Gal Gadot, 38, still grapples with feeling like an outsider in Hollywood. She candidly opened up about her struggles with Imposter Syndrome, the persistent anxiety that comes with being a high achiever, in a recent interview with L’Officiel magazine. While striking glamorous poses for the magazine, the Israeli actress shared, “It’s funny, I always feel like I have this impostor syndrome because I feel so lucky and I’m so happy that I get to do what I really, really, really love.” Gadot admitted that she constantly worries about whether people will like her work, saying, “I always feel like, ‘I hope they’re gonna like it.’ There’s never a moment when I’m like, ‘They’re gonna love this.'”.
The stunning actress Gal Gadot has established an impressive resume in Hollywood through her roles in popular films like Fast & Furious, Wonder Woman, and Red Notice. Despite her success, the 38-year-old still struggles with feeling like she doesn’t quite belong in Hollywood. She even opened up about experiencing Imposter Syndrome, a phenomenon where high achievers feel inadequate and anxious about their accomplishments.
This week, an Israeli actress opened up about her insecurities in an interview with L’Officiel magazine while taking part in a glamorous photoshoot. She mentioned how a conversation with legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola helped ease her fears. When she asked him about being considered a national treasure, Coppola admitted to always feeling doubtful and afraid of not being liked. He emphasized the importance of following his heart and approaching things with humility, which was a valuable lesson for her.
The actress reflected on how even someone as legendary as Coppola could feel insecure, which made her realize that it’s okay to feel that way. She then talked about her upcoming movie project, “Heart Of Stone,” in which she not only stars but also serves as a producer alongside her husband. Drawing from the success of “Wonder Woman,” she believes that a universal story can appeal to everyone, emphasizing the importance of creating a female-led action film with a gritty and grounded approach rather than a typical superhero movie.
Humorous observation: “I find it pretty amusing how I often feel like I’m dealing with impostor syndrome, simply because I feel incredibly fortunate and thrilled to be doing something that I absolutely adore,” the dark-haired stunner remarked.
“I always have that little bit of anxiety, hoping that people will enjoy it,” confessed the iconic movie star.
Typically, as an actor, you receive the script, discuss it with the director, and that’s pretty much it. It’s quite straightforward; you don’t have to worry about much. However, there is a special thrill and excitement in building something from the ground up.
She finds joy in portraying a flawed character.
“I had already experienced playing a superhero before and enjoyed it, but this time, I wanted to depict a real, relatable person.”
“I aimed to develop a woman who has learned to be self-reliant, someone who is guarded and can never fully trust anyone.”
“One reason I was drawn to working with Tom Harper, our director, was because of his work on Wild Rose with Jessie Buckley. It was a small-scale story, yet character-driven. For me, having a director who values emotional performances and storytelling is more crucial than the visual spectacle.”
She also enjoys collaborating with her spouse.
“Jaron and I were always in sync. He has a background in business, and when he sold his real estate portfolio in Tel Aviv, we saw an opportunity to work together,” she shared. “With his business acumen and understanding of my interests, who better to handle it than my life partner?”
“Do you think they’ll enjoy it?” said the accomplished actress, admitting, “I never think, ‘Oh, they’re going to love this,’ at any moment.”
Coppola was the one who reassured her, easing her nerves with his wisdom. She recalled a conversation with Francis Ford Coppola, where she asked him about being considered a national treasure. She is hopeful that the audience will be captivated by the film.
“We aimed for excitement and suspense, wanting viewers on the edge of their seats, not knowing how it will end,” shared Gal. “We didn’t want to copy others for inspiration. While we did draw from big action movies like Mission Impossible and James Bond, we strived for originality.”
The movie was shot in five different locations – Iceland, Morocco, Lisbon, London, and the Italian Alps. Each place had its charm, but Lisbon stood out for Gal. She praised the city for its people, food, and culture, making filming there a breeze due to the positive energy.
He made a significant contribution: Coppola gained fame for his work on The Godfather series. Reflecting on his approach, he once shared, “I always have doubts and fear of rejection. I simply trust my instincts and approach my work with humility.” This perspective taught me an important lesson.
In 2022, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the legendary director Francis Ford Coppola. During our conversation, he humbly shared his insecurities, which surprised me as I also often struggle with feelings of insecurity. It was an enlightening experience.
I recently took on the role of the Evil Queen in Snow White, a character that allowed me to tap into my theatrical and darker side. It was a significant shift from my previous roles, and I thoroughly enjoyed the challenge of portraying Disney’s first evil villain.
Playing the Evil Queen required me to fully immerse myself in the character, which proved to be a rewarding and intense experience. Like a theatrical performance, everything felt more significant and dramatic, making it a lot of fun to explore this new side of myself.
The talented Celeste Sloman captured my essence in a series of striking photographs, while the skillful Cristina Ehrlich styled me for the shoot. The whole experience was truly unforgettable.