Israel-born Gal Gadot, pro-Palestine Rachel Zegler reportedly at odds amid ‘Snow White’ release

As Disney’s live-action remake of Snow White approaches its March 21 theatrical debut, reports suggest that the film’s lead stars, Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, may not share a close bond off-screen, with age gap, differing political perspectives, and personal priorities cited as reasons for the alleged distance

As Disney’s live-action remake of Snow White approaches its March 21 theatrical debut, reports suggest that the film’s lead stars, Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, may not share a close bond off-screen.

Sources claim that Zegler, 23, and Gadot, 39, have “nothing in common,” citing their age gap, differing political perspectives, and personal priorities as reasons for the alleged distance.

According to People magazine, one insider said, “Gal is a mother of four, while Rachel is in a completely different stage of life. On top of that, their political views differ, adding to the tension.” The Israeli-born Gadot has publicly supported the release of Israeli hostages, while Zegler has used her platform to voice support for Palestine amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This divide, according to sources, has further fueled the rumored strain in their relationship.

Despite this, both actresses have actively participated in promoting the film. They appeared together at Disney’s D23 Expo in 2022 and more recently presented at the Academy Awards. However, Gadot was notably absent from the film’s European premiere in Spain on March 12. A source close to the situation told People magazine that Gadot was never scheduled to attend, as she was conducting press engagements in New York.

Another source downplayed the rumoured discord, saying, “This isn’t a ‘stay away from me’ situation. They were at the Oscars together and will be at the premiere this weekend.” However, another insider suggested that while there was no overt hostility, the two actresses did not develop a personal friendship. “Gal enjoyed filming, but she and Rachel are not friends. They did a job together, and that’s it,” the insider told People magazine.

The film itself has been surrounded by controversy since its inception. Following her casting announcement in 2021, Zegler faced racist backlash over a Latinx actress portraying Snow White. She also sparked debate when she said in interviews that the original 1937 animated classic was “dated” and that the new film would reflect a modernized approach to the character.

According to People magazine, sources told that Gadot did not agree with Zegler’s public remarks on the original film. “Gal’s attitude is that you don’t criticize and cause drama for a project you signed on to do. She just doesn’t get it,” a source said, as per People magazine.