Gal Gadot is feeling a mix of nostalgia and excitement as she marks her return to the Fast and the Furious franchise. The 38-year-old actress is back in Fast X, the latest installment that hit theaters recently. She took to Instagram to share her joy, posting two photos with the caption: ‘Missed my Fast family! Feeling so excited.’
She expressed gratitude to her fans for their unwavering love and support, emphasizing the importance of honoring the franchise’s legacy and the bond with the fans. In the first photo, Gal gazes into the distance with her brunette hair fluttering in the wind, embodying a sense of anticipation for what’s to come.
Back from the grave: Gal Gadot has shared some throwback photos as she reprises her role in the Fast and the Furious series after eight years, in the upcoming Fast X installment.
She has returned: The 38-year-old actress shared two photos on her Instagram account with the caption: “Missed my Fast family! I’m feeling so thrilled.” The second picture shows the entire main cast gathered on the beach. Jordana Brewster, a star from Fast and Furious, commented on Gal’s post with excitement: “YES!!!! Welcome back!” Within just eight hours, the post received over 1 million likes. Gal Gadot portrays Gisele Yashar in the series, and although her character was believed to have been killed off in the 2013 movie, fans are now in for a surprise.
The mother of three made her first appearance in Fast & Furious in 2009, returning in 2011 for Fast Five, and seemingly met her demise in the sixth installment. Gisele entered the Fast family when Dominic Toretta delved into the dangerous world of the Braga Cartel in Mexico while investigating the death of Letty. Suspecting the cartel’s involvement in Letty’s demise, Dominic encountered Gisele, who initially seemed loyal to the cartel. However, it was later revealed that she was on the side of justice, working as a former Mossad agent.
Return: Gadot reprises her role as Gisele Yashar in the series, even though it was believed that her character met her demise in the film released in 2013; Seen in Fast and Furious 4 from 2009.
Recognizable figure: The three-time mother made her first appearance in Fast & Furious back in 2009, returning for Fast Five in 2011, only to meet her demise in the sixth installment of the franchise.
Out now: The latest installment of the Fast X series premiered in theaters last Friday. Fans can look forward to seeing Gal return for the franchise’s final film, the 11th one in the series.
Gal’s character isn’t the only member of the Fast family to make a comeback. Letty, played by Michelle Rodriguez, was resurrected in Fast and Furious. Han Lu, Gal’s onscreen love interest, also returned from the dead in F9. Now, in Fast X, Gisele, played by Gal Gadot, makes a surprising appearance towards the end of the film.
Gisele marked Gadot’s first major role in an American film. Director Justin Lin recognized her military background and had her perform her own stunts in the movie. Her return in Fast X hints at another installment in the franchise, as confirmed by Vin Diesel. The 11th movie will be the final installment of the Fast series.
Fast X director Louis Leterrier revealed to Entertainment Weekly that Gal Gadot was excited to reprise her role as Gisele in the upcoming film. He promised that Gisele’s return will be a unique and significant part of the storyline. According to Leterrier, each film in the franchise plays a role in a larger chess game, with every character’s presence or absence having a specific purpose.
In addition to her film role, Gal Gadot was spotted at a Lakers playoff game in Los Angeles over the weekend.
Basketball enthusiast: The celebrity was spotted at the Lakers’ playoff match in Los Angeles last Saturday.
Relaxed and laid-back: She rocked a casual and cool vibe with a stylish brown leather jacket paired with blue jeans. Her brunette hair was pulled back into a sleek bun, adding the perfect finishing touch to her look.
She rocked a relaxed and stylish outfit, pairing a brown leather jacket with classic blue jeans.
Her brunette hair was styled in a sleek bun.
She completed her look with round sunglasses, a gold chain necklace, and a black handbag, shielding her eyes and adding some extra bling.
The finishing touch was a pair of black cowboy boots to tie the whole outfit together.