Hollywood actress Gal Gadot is popular for her portrayal of ‘Wonder Woman’. The 39-year-old Israeli actress welcomed her fourth child, named ‘Ori,’ in March this year. She already has three daughters, born in 2011, 2017, and 2021.
‘Wonder Woman’ Gal Gadot Reveals She Had Blood Clot During Fourth Pregnancy This Year
The ‘Red Notice’ star took to Instagram to share a heartfelt note about her year. She reflected on the challenges she faced and posted a photo with her daughter in hospital. She said that the fourth pregnancy wasn’t as easy as the first three. She revealed that she was diagnosed with ‘Cerebral venous thrombosis(CVT)’. She also claimed that this condition of blood clot in the brain happens in 3 out of 100,000 pregnant women among the 30+ age group.
Gal Gadot wrote “This year has been one of profound challenges and deep reflections, and I’ve wrestled with how, or even if, to share a personal story. At the end, I decided to let my heart guide me. Perhaps this is my way of processing everything, of pulling back the curtain on the fragile reality behind the curated moments we share on social media. Most of all, I hope that by sharing, I can raise awareness and support others who may face something similar.”
The ‘Fast & Furious’ actress went on to reveal how she was diagnosed with a blood clot during the eight month of pregnancy and how she was confined to bed for four weeks. “In February, during my eighth month of pregnancy, I was diagnosed with a massive blood clot in my brain. For weeks, I had endured excruciating headaches that confined me to bed, until I finally underwent an MRI that revealed the terrifying truth. In one moment, my family and I were faced with how fragile life can be. It was a stark reminder of how quickly everything can change, and in the midst of a difficult year, all I wanted was to hold on and live.
We rushed to the hospital, and within hours, I underwent emergency surgery. My daughter, Ori, was born during that moment of uncertainty and fear. Her name, meaning “my light,” wasn’t chosen by chance. Before the surgery, I told Jaron that when our daughter arrived, she would be the light waiting for me at the end of this tunnel. Thanks to an extraordinary team of doctors at @cedarssinai and weeks of dedicated care, I made it through and began the road to recovery. Today, I am fully healed and filled with gratitude for the life I’ve been given back.”
‘Wonder Woman’ fame went on to talk about the importance of listening to the body and how she came to know about this condition in pregnant women. “The journey has taught me so much. First, it’s vital to listen to our bodies and trust what it’s telling us. Pain, discomfort, or even subtle changes often carry deeper meaning, and being attuned to your body can be life saving.
Second, awareness matters. I had no idea that 3 in 100,000 pregnant women in the 30s+ age group are diagnosed with CVT(develop a blood clot in the brain). It’s so important to identify early because it’s treatable. While rare, it’s a possibility, and knowing it exists is the first step to addressing it. Sharing this is not meant to frighten anyone but to empower. If even one person feels compelled to take action for their health because of this story, it will have been worth sharing.”- She concluded.
Upcoming Movies Of Gal Gadot
On the work front, Gal Gadot last appeared in ‘Heart of Stone’ in 2023. She was also the co-producer for this film directed by Tom Harper. It has Indian actress ‘Alia Bhatt’ making her Hollywood debut. The movie also features Jamie Dornan, Sophie Okonedo, and Matthias Schweighofer in important roles. Her upcoming projects include ‘Snow White’ and ‘In the Hand of Dante’, both are under post-production stage.