Look: Gal Gadot, Kevin Macdonald attend 'The Runner' premiere
Gadot says she made a full recovery after a brain blood clot during pregnancy and now stars in the action film.
- On Thursday, August 27, Gal Gadot attended the premiere of her action film The Runner, where she stars as a lawyer racing through London to save her abducted son. The film debuts globally on Prime Video on September 2, 2026.
- Preparing for the physically demanding role required nine months of specialized training, Gadot told Us. She worked with Olympic trainer Malachi Davis to improve her running endurance, noting the process was 'much more intensive' than previous stunt work.
- During her pregnancy in 2024, the actress suffered a blood clot in her brain and underwent emergency surgery while pregnant with daughter Ori. She described the experience as a 'stark reminder of how quickly everything can change.'
- Following the procedure, Gadot confirmed she 'made it through' and is 'fully healed,' noting that 'being' a mom is her 'superpower.' She and husband Jaron Varsano have four daughters: Alma, Maya, Daniella, and Ori.
- Reflecting on her recovery during a television appearance, Gadot emphasized listening to one's body. 'The journey has taught me so much,' she said, adding 'it's vital to listen to our bodies and trust what it's telling us.
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