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The “Wonder Woman” actress and Israeli state Gael Gadot visited the hostages and missing family forum on Tuesday along with survivors imprisoned by Hamas, the forum on hostages and missing family said.
During their party, Gadot embraced and spoke with Doron Steinbrecher, Liri Albag, Naama Levy, Moran Stella Yanai and Ilana Gritzewsky, all of whom share the tragic story of their imprisonment.
The forum noted that the women also expressed their gratitude for her “spoken support for the struggle to bring hostages home.”
“Don't stop,” Doron Steinbrecher told Gadott. “We have to keep talking and keep people’s hearts and minds.”
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Gal Gadot took a selfie with Hamas hostage survivors at a party in Israel on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Women share their experiences in captivity and call for continued advocacy. (Hostage and Missing Family Forum)
Gadot, who served as a combat coach in the IDF and represented Israel in Miss Universe in 2004, reflected the courage to release the hostages.
“You all went through very difficult things, and I can't believe you're standing here today, continuing to live and fighting for others,” she said. “Watching you bring weight to those who are still imprisoned – you are an inspiration, and you are the strength.”
According to the American Jewish Council, 50 hostages, including men, women and two Americans, remain in Hamas captivity in Gaza.
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Gal Gadot hugged a former Hamas hostage while visiting with survivors in Israel on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Gadot met multiple captured women who listened to their stories and expressed support for the ongoing efforts to bring the rest of the hostages home. (Hostage and Missing Family Forum)
In January, a hostage agreement between Israel and Hamas led to the release of 33 people, but advocacy groups such as the Hostages and Missing Family Forum continued to push for the return of those still ongoing.
Israeli actress Gal Gadot posed with former Hamas hostages and family members at a meeting in Israel on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Survivors share their experience in captivity and thank Gadot for their advocacy. (Hostage and Missing Family Forum)
Gadot's visit was part of a broader effort to maintain international awareness and support for the remaining hostages.
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Gadot is known for her portrayal of DC superhero “Wonder Woman” and the appearance of “Death on the Nile” in 2022.