Gal Gadot reveals more details on pregnancy health scare: “They found this horrible thing”
Gal Gadot has opened up more about the terrifying health scare she experienced while pregnant, revealing that she was diagnosed with a “massive” blood clot on the brain.
The Wonder Woman actor previously posted on Instagram that she had to undergo emergency surgery during her pregnancy with her fourth child, but has now discussed the details in-depth while appearing on The Tonight Show on March 10th.
She told host Jimmy Fallon: “I had a huge scare. All of the sudden, I realised what it means to be scared to death,” adding, “I had a brain clot, and it was a huge one. Like three. I had three. When I do something, I do it all the way.”
Gadot, promoting her role as the Evil Queen in Disney’s latest live-action remake of Snow White, starring Rachel Zegler, explained that she experienced “major headaches” for three weeks before seeking medical treatment, where she was then found to have cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT), a rare type of blood clot.
“They found this horrible thing and we were rushed to the hospital, and they got the baby out immediately,” she continued, saying that: “I went through a thrombectomy. I had the most amazing team. They saved my life.”
As a result of the scare, Gadot appealed to the audience about “advocating for yourself” when it comes to health issues, as she noted that she saw several doctors before the correct diagnosis was given.
She concluded: “I think, you know, just love yourself and check yourself, and be on top of your health,” Gadot has recovered from the ordeal as she now takes on the role of the classic Disney villain.
Snow White will be released on March 21st, 2025.
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