Natalie Portman has delighted fans by sharing a rare and emotional glimpse of her pregnancy journey. The Oscar winning actress posted a beautiful photo on Instagram where she can be seen lovingly holding her baby bump while standing in front of an apartment balcony. Looking at her growing belly with a smile, Portman expressed her excitement about becoming a mother once again. She wore an oversized blue button down shirt paired with a simple gold necklace, keeping her look natural and elegant. Along with the picture, she wrote, “Counting the days until we meet you.” She also thanked photographer Shelby Duncan for capturing the special moment.
Earlier this year, Natalie confirmed that she is expecting her first child with her partner, French musician Tanguy Destable. The couple has kept most details of their relationship private, but the actress has openly shared how happy and thankful she feels about this new chapter in her life. Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar in April, she said, “Tanguy and I are very excited. I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.” Her heartfelt words reflected how meaningful this pregnancy is for her.
Natalie is already a proud mother to her son Aleph, who is 15, and daughter Amalia, who is 9, from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied. The actress also spoke about becoming a mother again in her 40s. She revealed that because her father is a fertility doctor, she grew up hearing about the challenges many women face while trying to have children. That is why she feels especially lucky and thankful to be expecting another baby. She said, “I’m very aware, and I’m very grateful. I have deep appreciation and gratitude.” Natalie also shared that she has had more energy during this pregnancy than she expected and is enjoying every moment because she believes this could be her last pregnancy.
Natalie Portman and Tanguy Destable were first linked together in March 2025 after they were seen walking together in Paris, where they both live. Destable already has two sons, Étienne, 10, and Vadim, 6, from his previous marriage to actress Louise Bourgoin. Natalie was previously married to Benjamin Millepied after they met while working on the film Black Swan. The two married in 2012 but separated after reports of his alleged affair. Natalie filed for divorce in 2023, and it was finalized in early 2024.
Since then, the actress has focused on her family and personal happiness. In an interview last year, she shared that her children have become her biggest source of joy and inspiration. She said she loves watching them grow into their own personalities and enjoys spending time with friends and their children. As Natalie now prepares to welcome another baby into her family, fans around the world are celebrating this happy new beginning with her.