Back when Gal Gadot was just starting out in the entertainment industry, she had an amazing time as a beauty queen representing Israel.

Before she became an actress, Gal Gadot was a beauty queen. Gadot grew up in Rosh Ha’ayin, Israel, where she was more interested in rough play than fashion or makeup. Despite being approached for modeling jobs, she declined them. Nevertheless, Gadot’s mother and a friend entered her into the Miss Israel pageant, which she won. Although she represented her country at Miss Universe, she did not win. However, Gadot was not fond of the lifestyle associated with being a beauty queen and even pretended not to speak English during Miss Universe. Eventually, she landed a role in Fast and Furious, but it was her performance as Wonder Woman that earned her worldwide recognition. According to Gadot, by the time she secured the part, she had already become famous in Israel, so she was accustomed to the spotlight.