Portraying the iconic actress Hedy Lamarr in a limited series on Showtime is in the cards for her. However, Gal Gadot didn’t let that stop her from returning to the set of her eagerly awaited movie, Wonder Woman 1984, on Tuesday night. Dressed in a stunning white gown and with her hair styled in loose waves, the 33-year-old Israeli actress looked effortlessly graceful as she filmed scenes as Diana Prince.
“Get ready for the magic of the big screen! Gal Gadot, 33, looked effortlessly chic as she got back to work on the set of Wonder Woman 1984 on a Tuesday night. She stunned in a beautiful wrap-style dress that showcased her tall and graceful figure. With her stunning outfit and impeccable hair and makeup, the former Miss Israel was the perfect fit for the new installment of the superhero film series, set in the vibrant eighties.
This filming session comes hot on the heels of the exciting announcement that Gal is set to portray the iconic actress Hedy Lamarr in a limited series on Showtime. The series will dive into the fascinating life and career of this classic Hollywood star. According to Variety, Gal is just about to sign the deal to play the Austrian-born beauty, once known as ‘the most beautiful woman in the world.’”
Impressive: The ex-Miss Israel was undeniably perfect for her role in the new chapter of the superhero movie series, taking place in the 1980s.
Recently, there have been reports of a sighting of a well-known actress who is set to portray the legendary Hedy Lamarr in an upcoming series on Showtime. The series will focus on the life and career of Lamarr, a prominent figure in classic Hollywood.
Lamarr was a prominent figure in Hollywood from the 1930s to the 1950s, delivering notable performances in films such as Samson and Delilah (1949), Come Live With Me (1941), and The Strange Woman (1946).
Apart from her acting career, Lamarr was also known for her inventive spirit. During World War II, she developed a signaling device that helped the Allied Powers disrupt enemy torpedoes controlled through radio signals.
In 2017, a documentary titled Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story was produced by Susan Sarandon and aired on PBS, shedding light on Lamarr’s life and accomplishments. In the documentary, Lamarr expressed her frustration with being underestimated, stating, ‘People have the idea that I’m sort of a stupid thing.’
Despite facing challenges, Lamarr continued to innovate and create throughout her life. She passed away at the age of 86 on January 19, 2000, leaving behind a legacy of both on-screen performances and groundbreaking inventions.
Timeless elegance: Hedy can be spotted in this snapshot from the 1949 movie Samson and Delilah.
Along with Gadot, the show boasts some big names working behind the scenes. The Affair’s talented showrunner, Sarah Treem, is on board to write and produce the show. Other notable executive producers involved in the project are Gadot’s husband, Jaron Varsano, and the experienced showbiz executive Warren Littlefield. Littlefield, a former president of NBC, has worked on successful series like Fargo and The Handmaid’s Tale.
Originally from Petah Tikva, Israel, Gal Gadot’s career has soared in recent years, especially after her portrayal of Wonder Woman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice in 2016, followed by the blockbuster solo film Wonder Woman, which grossed an impressive $820 million worldwide last year. Standing tall at 5ft10, Gadot, who is a mother of two daughters, Alma and Maya, with Varsano, is set to star in the much-anticipated sequel, Wonder Woman 1984, scheduled for release in theaters next year.
Top-tier: Gal, originally from Petah Tikva, Israel, has experienced a notable increase in her stardom in recent years.