Hasan Piker Criticizes Gal Gadot: Controversy Explained

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Hasan Piker Calls for Gal Gadot to be Banned from the oscars Amidst Controversy

Political commentator Hasan piker has ignited a firestorm of debate after publicly stating his belief that actress Gal Gadot should be excluded from the Academy Awards. The controversy stems from gadots outspoken support for Israel, particularly during the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and has sparked a wider conversation about the intersection of celebrity activism and political responsibility.

Piker’s comments arose during a recent interview with Variety, where he was asked about a petition signed by director Mira Nair – the mother of New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani – calling for the Academy to rescind Gadot’s Oscars invitation due to her stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “I think she should be banned from the Oscars for being a dogs— actress,” Piker reportedly replied. “I think she has no business being there for the crime of what she has done to not only the DC franchise, but really any movie she’s been a part of.”

However, Piker clarified that his criticism extends beyond Gadot’s acting abilities.He argued that Gadot plays a role in “normalizing Israel as not a fascist ethno-state, but rather a place where a lot of gorgeous women come from.” He further elaborated, stating, “And those beautiful women happen to serve in the IDF, because there’s also this weird sexualization of the forces as well that takes place, and it plays another role in normalizing Israel and its activities and actions, and whitewashing it.”

the Twitch streamer, known for his left-leaning political commentary, is a vocal critic of Israel, positioning him in direct opposition to Gadot’s public support for the country.Critics and the United Nations’ Autonomous International Commission of Inquiry on the occupied Palestinian territory have described Israel’s siege of Gaza as a genocide against palestinians.

Piker suggested that Gadot could potentially mitigate public backlash if she adopted a more neutral public persona, similar to fellow Israeli actress Natalie Portman. “If gal Gadot could act like Natalie portman, there’re probably less people yelling at her,” he theorized. “Natalie Portman has made statements about Israel that are middle of the road, but ultimately nobody holds that against her. Because she can act her freaking face off, all the way back when she was like a teenager.”

Gadot has faced increasing public scrutiny for her pro-Israel views. In March, her hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony was disrupted by protestors voicing their opposition.Variety reported at the time that dozens of protestors chanted near the ceremony, while a contingent of supporters defended the actress, leading to a brief altercation involving a flag and police intervention.

The controversy has also impacted Gadot’s recent film projects.Following the release of the Snow White trailer in August 2024, the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel called for a boycott of the film. The movie ultimately experienced a disappointing box office performance, debuting in March 2025 and concluding its global run on May 30 with a lifetime gross of $205 million – resulting in an estimated $115 million loss for Disney. While other “external pressures” contributed to the film’s underperformance, the boycott call undoubtedly added to the challenges.

Despite the ongoing criticism, Gadot remains steadfast in her support for Israel. In a Variety interview coinciding with her Walk of Fame induction,she stated,”[On] October 7th,when people were abducted from their homes,from their beds,men,women,children,elderly,Holocaust survivors,were going through the horrors of what happened that day,I could not be silent.” She added that she was “shocked by the amount of hate” and “how the media is not fair many times,” prompting her to speak out.

Did you know?-The Israeli-palestinian conflict dates back to the early 20th century, with ongoing disputes over land and self-determination. The current conflict escalated significantly on October 7, 2023.

Pro tip:-The Academy Awards have historically been a site for political statements, though direct calls for banning nominees are rare. Celebrities often use the platform to raise awareness about social issues.