Looks like the newcomer is following a similar path as her Wonder Woman heroine Diana Prince, who fought for equality and for the less empowered.

Gadot was presented with a special honor at the Critics’ Choice Awards on Thursday. Introduced by Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins, Gadot received the #SeeHer Award, honoring her for challenging female stereotypes on screen and off.

The Association of National Advertisers stands behind this award that made its debut just last year with actress Viola Davies being the honoree in its inaugural year.

In her powerful speech, Gadot drew a parallel between the role of her superhero character, to that of an actor.

“As artists, and as filmmakers, I believe it’s not only our job to entertain, but our duty to inspire and educate for love and respect,” she said. “In the past weeks and months, we’ve been witnessing a movement in our industry and society, and I want to share this award with all the women and men who stand for what’s right: Standing for those who can’t stand or speak for themselves. My promise and commitment to all of you is that I will never be silenced, and we will continue to band together to make strides, uniting for equality.”

Gadot also said that she has always wanted to play a role of a strong and independent female, just like the role she portrayed in Wonder Woman. “She’s full of heart, strength, compassion, and forgiveness. She sees wrong that must be made right. She takes action when everyone around her is idle. She commands the attention of the world, and in doing so, she sets a positive example for humanity.”

Godot also said that despite the progress made with the number of female-led movies and movies directed by female director growing, “there’s still a long way to go.”

Both Gadot and Jenkins are signed on for the Wonder Woman sequel.

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The 37-year-old X-Men star will host the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards on The CW later this month as was announced by the Broadcast Film Critics Association and the Broadcast Television Journalists Association.

BFCA President Joey Berlin said in a statement, “We are absolutely thrilled to have Olivia hosting this year’s ceremony, and know that she will deliver an entertaining and sharp-witted evening to everyone in the room, and the viewers at home. Beyond her skills as an actress, Olivia’s work as an activist within the industry gives her a powerful voice, making her the perfect candidate to lead this night honoring the best and brightest in film and television.”

A special honor in the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards will be presented to Wonder Woman’s Gal Gadot who will receive the #SeeHer Award which recognizes women who “recognize the importance of accurately portraying women across the entertainment landscape.”

The Association of National Advertisers’ CEO Bob Liodice said in a statement, “We’re honored to recognize Gal this year with the second annual #SeeHer Award. Not only was she able to challenge stereotypes in film and find success by starring in one of the biggest blockbusters this year, she also used that success to shine a light on her own industry and push the boundaries on gender equality in real life.”

The 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards airs January 11.

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Looks like the newcomer is following a similar path as her Wonder Woman heroine Diana Prince, who fought for equality and for the less empowered.

Gadot was presented with a special honor at the Critics’ Choice Awards on Thursday. Introduced by Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins, Gadot received the #SeeHer Award, honoring her for challenging female stereotypes on screen and off.

The Association of National Advertisers stands behind this award that made its debut just last year with actress Viola Davies being the honoree in its inaugural year.

In her powerful speech, Gadot drew a parallel between the role of her superhero character, to that of an actor.

“As artists, and as filmmakers, I believe it’s not only our job to entertain, but our duty to inspire and educate for love and respect,” she said. “In the past weeks and months, we’ve been witnessing a movement in our industry and society, and I want to share this award with all the women and men who stand for what’s right: Standing for those who can’t stand or speak for themselves. My promise and commitment to all of you is that I will never be silenced, and we will continue to band together to make strides, uniting for equality.”

Gadot also said that she has always wanted to play a role of a strong and independent female, just like the role she portrayed in Wonder Woman. “She’s full of heart, strength, compassion, and forgiveness. She sees wrong that must be made right. She takes action when everyone around her is idle. She commands the attention of the world, and in doing so, she sets a positive example for humanity.”

Godot also said that despite the progress made with the number of female-led movies and movies directed by female director growing, “there’s still a long way to go.”

Both Gadot and Jenkins are signed on for the Wonder Woman sequel.

The post Gal Gadot Accepts Critics’ Choice Awards Honor With Inspiring Speech appeared first on OMG Check It Out !.

The 37-year-old X-Men star will host the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards on The CW later this month as was announced by the Broadcast Film Critics Association and the Broadcast Television Journalists Association.

BFCA President Joey Berlin said in a statement, “We are absolutely thrilled to have Olivia hosting this year’s ceremony, and know that she will deliver an entertaining and sharp-witted evening to everyone in the room, and the viewers at home. Beyond her skills as an actress, Olivia’s work as an activist within the industry gives her a powerful voice, making her the perfect candidate to lead this night honoring the best and brightest in film and television.”

A special honor in the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards will be presented to Wonder Woman’s Gal Gadot who will receive the #SeeHer Award which recognizes women who “recognize the importance of accurately portraying women across the entertainment landscape.”

The Association of National Advertisers’ CEO Bob Liodice said in a statement, “We’re honored to recognize Gal this year with the second annual #SeeHer Award. Not only was she able to challenge stereotypes in film and find success by starring in one of the biggest blockbusters this year, she also used that success to shine a light on her own industry and push the boundaries on gender equality in real life.”

The 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards airs January 11.

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