Gal Gadot has urged Israeli citizens to exercise their democratic rights and vote for change after casting her own ballot in Israel’s October 27, 2026, election. The Wonder Woman star shared a video from a polling station on Instagram Stories, encouraging voters to make their voices heard without publicly naming a candidate or political party.
“That’s it, I’m exercising my right to vote, and I ask all of you to go out and exercise your most basic, most important, the most democratic right, and to vote for who you believe in,” Gadot said in the recording.
She then made her own preference clear, adding, “I’m voting for change, and I hope that today, Tuesday, pa’amayim ki tov that it will only be good for us all.”
The Hebrew expression pa’amayim ki tov refers to the traditional association of Tuesday with a double blessing. Gadot ended the video by blowing a kiss to the camera.
Why Gal Gadot’s Message Comes at a Significant Moment
Gadot’s appeal came as Israelis headed to the polls for a closely watched national election. Her decision to publicly express a desire for change attracted attention because she is one of Israel’s most internationally recognised entertainers, with a platform that reaches audiences well beyond the country.
However, her statement did not identify which political outcome she wanted or explicitly endorse an opposition candidate. The distinction matters: while Gadot clearly expressed her personal preference for change, she also encouraged citizens to vote according to their own beliefs.
The actress, who lives in Los Angeles with her family for much of the year, was in Israel for the election and a university ceremony the previous evening.
From Honorary Doctorate to a Call for Civic Responsibility
On October 26, Gadot received an honorary doctorate from Bar-Ilan University during celebrations marking the institution’s 70th anniversary. In her acceptance speech, she discussed the challenges Israel and Jewish communities worldwide had experienced since October 7, including loss, fear, uncertainty and antisemitism.
She also emphasised arvut hadadit, a Hebrew expression meaning mutual responsibility. Gadot described it as the instinct to help others and support people in difficult moments, presenting solidarity as an important part of the country’s future.
Her remarks connected the election to a broader message about how citizens can influence their society. She spoke of building a future with security, hope and a willingness to listen to one another and work together.
Gadot has frequently spoken about her connection to Israel, even as her international acting career has brought public scrutiny and criticism over her views and support for the country.
Her latest message was direct but limited in its political specificity: she wants change and believes voting is a fundamental civic responsibility. The video does not establish which candidate she supported, leaving her statement focused on participation rather than an explicit party endorsement.
For Gadot, the election offered an opportunity to turn that message into action. By sharing her own vote and encouraging others to participate, she placed the responsibility for the country’s direction in the hands of its eligible voters.
