Gal Gadot, renowned for her role as Wonder Woman, has candidly admitted regret over the infamous "Imagine" video, a collaborative effort with other celebrities during the initial stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In an interview with In Style magazine, the actress acknowledged that the video, in which she joined fellow artists like Kristen Wiig, Sarah Silverman, Natalie Portman, Will Ferrell, Jimmy Fallon, and Sia in singing John Lennon's "Imagine," was "in bad taste" and not appropriate for the circumstances.
Gadot, known for her down-to-earth attitude, shared her perspective on the controversy, stating, "I don't take myself too seriously." Reflecting on the decision to create the video, she mentioned reaching out to Kristen Wiig and realizing later that the timing was off. "The pandemic was in Europe and Israel before it got here [to the United States]. I was seeing where everything was going. But the video was premature. It wasn't the right time, and it wasn't the right thing. It was in bad taste."
The actress initially uploaded the video to her social media accounts in March 2020, aiming to spread positivity during a challenging time. Inspired by the Italian serenades amid lockdowns, Gadot believed that a collective rendition of "Imagine" could uplift those in quarantine. The video, however, received criticism for its perceived lack of sensitivity to the global situation.
Acknowledging the controversy, Gadot decided to address it in a lighthearted manner. During an awards ceremony at Elle Women, she humorously sang "Imagine" while accepting an award. This gesture, she explained, was an attempt to deflate the tension surrounding the video.
In another interview with Vanity Fair, Gadot reflected on her intentions behind the video, stating, "Sometimes you try to do a good deed and it's just not the right deed. I had nothing but good intentions and I was coming from the best place, and I just wanted to send light and love to the world." Despite the unintended backlash, Gadot's willingness to acknowledge her mistake and move forward demonstrates her genuine and humble approach to both her career and public perception.
