Natalie Portman Expecting Third Child

Actor Natalie Portman has announced she is expecting her third child with her partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable. Portman, 44, made the announcement in an interview with Harper's Bazaar.

Announcement and Personal Statements

"We are very excited," Portman stated, adding that she feels "very grateful." She described pregnancy as "such a privilege and a miracle."

In the interview, Portman acknowledged the challenges of pregnancy, noting she grew up hearing about its difficulties and has loved ones who have struggled with fertility. She expressed a desire to be respectful of those experiences while appreciating her own situation.

Regarding her physical condition, Portman reported having "more energy than I thought I might." She said she dedicates time to swimming and Gyrotonics. Portman also noted that in France, full-term pregnancy is considered 41 weeks rather than 40 weeks.

When asked about parenting advice, Portman indicated she is not heavily engaging with social media tips, stating, "I think maybe just having done it twice before... I feel like if you’re just present and loving, that’s the best thing possible."

Family and Personal Background

This will be Portman's first child with Destable, who works under the musical name Tepr. Portman has two children from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied: a 14-year-old son, Aleph, and a 9-year-old daughter, Amalia.

Portman is currently based in Paris. She reported having no unusual pregnancy cravings, only a preference for fruits like pineapple and melon. She credited her father, a fertility doctor, for providing perspective on pregnancy.

Professional Context

Portman stated she is focusing on her pregnancy after recently completing work on two projects with her production company, MountainA.

Her upcoming professional projects include:

• "The Gallerist": A comedy film in which she will star, scheduled for release in late 2026.
• "Good Sex": A Netflix romantic comedy series written and directed by Lena Dunham, scheduled for an early 2027 release. The cast also includes Mark Ruffalo, Meg Ryan, and Rashida Jones.

Portman is also the new face of Tiffany & Co. and has a longstanding relationship with the fashion house Dior.