Rachel Zegler disclosed that she received threats to her safety during the release of Disney’s live-action Snow White, amid ongoing reports of tension between her and co-star Gal Gadot. This conflict stems from their opposing views on the Israel–Palestinian conflict and has influenced their working relationship throughout the project’s promotion.
Tensions Between Zegler and Gadot Surface
The discord between Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot began well before a notable Instagram unfollow in November 2025 brought public attention to their strained association. Earlier in March 2025, after co-presenting at the Academy Awards, Zegler responded to Gadot on Instagram by calling her “a professional pageant queen,” a comment insiders described as dismissive of Gadot as a fellow actress.
Their political differences heightened difficulties during filming. Zegler shared pro-Palestinian views through social media while Gadot, an Israeli who served in the Israel Defence Forces, voiced support for Israel after the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023. To manage the tension, Disney organized separate promotional events for each actress and increased their personal security. At the Snow White premiere, they were seated several rows apart rather than together, illustrating the visible distance between them.
By November 2025, the Instagram unfollow was noticed publicly, yet Gadot still follows Zegler on her account.
Differences Extend Beyond Politics
According to a source familiar with the production, the gap between Zegler and Gadot was less about open conflict and more due to a lack of shared common ground. While Zegler was in her early twenties at the time of filming, Gadot is a mother of four, which contributed to differing perspectives. The source described their professional connection as being limited mainly to their screen roles rather than a personal relationship.
‘This isn’t like a stay away from me situation,’ the source explained, emphasizing distance rather than outright hostility.
Backlash Surrounding ‘Snow White’
Zegler faced strong criticism online after being cast as Snow White, a character traditionally portrayed as having very pale skin. Alongside the backlash, she revealed receiving threats to her personal safety during this period.
Reflecting on this, Zegler told Harper’s Bazaar UK,
“If I’d been able to predict everything that would come my way, the threats to my safety, I would have just thrown my phone into the ocean. I think any sane person would have… In the public eye at least, when you’re two things, you’re simultaneously nothing. But I refuse to assimilate for anybody else’s comfort.”
“Disney made a Snow White movie? LmaoI didn’t see Jack about that movie, not until I read an article detailing Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot’s feud….” — $on (@Jayyy_son_)
Despite public speculation and media interest, neither Zegler nor Gadot has openly addressed the rumored feud since the Instagram incident. Currently, there are no announced joint projects involving the two actresses.
The discord surrounding Zegler Snow White threats and the visible divide with Gadot highlight broader tensions around identity and political views within Hollywood. This situation underlines how off-screen differences can shape not only promotional efforts but also the public’s reception of major releases. Moving forward, observers will watch closely to see if the actresses reconcile or continue on separate paths in their careers.
Disney made a Snow White movie? Lmao
I didn’t see Jack about that movie, not until I read an article detailing Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot’s feud….— $on (@Jayyy_son_) April 1, 2025
