Natalie Portman is “awed” to be welcoming a third child with her partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable. The 44-year-old actress revealed the news exclusively to Harper’s Bazaar, sharing her deep sense of gratitude and appreciation for the pregnancy.
“Tanguy and I are very excited,” Portman says. “I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.”
The actor, who is the daughter of a fertility doctor, has a keen awareness of the challenges and heartbreak that can accompany a fertility journey – a perspective that shapes her joy.
A Daughter of a Fertility Doctor – Aware of the Challenges
Portman grew up hearing about the difficulties of conception. Her father, Avner Hershlag, is a renowned fertility specialist. This background gives her a unique perspective on pregnancy.
“I grew up hearing about how hard it is to get pregnant,” she says. “I have so many people I love who’ve had such a hard time with it that I want to be respectful around that as well. It’s such a beautiful, joyous thing, and it’s also not an easy thing.”
She adds: “And so I know how lucky it is. I’m very aware, and I’m very grateful. I have deep appreciation and gratitude.”
| Perspective | Detail |
|---|---|
| Father’s profession | Fertility doctor |
| Personal awareness | Knows conception challenges firsthand |
| Emotional stance | Grateful, respectful, joyous |
A Different Kind of Pregnancy at 44
Portman already has two children from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied: son Aleph, 14, and daughter Amalia, 9. This third pregnancy, she says, feels different – and not just physically.
“There is a gratitude that when you’re young, you don’t necessarily grasp,” she explains. “And there’s a calm and knowing myself: who I want to spend time with, what kind of energy I want around me that makes the experience so beautiful every day. And knowing it’s probably the last time, I cherish every moment.”
Physical Well-Being
| Activity | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Swimming | Staying active |
| Gyrotonics | Keeping strong |
| Walking in Paris parks | Enjoying spring weather |
| Time with kids | “Always the best” |
Portman says she is feeling great physically. “I have more energy than I thought I might,” she notes, adding that this pregnancy feels similar to her previous ones.
She is enjoying being pregnant in Paris, where she has been based on and off for several years. “There’s been beautiful spring weather,” she says, “so it’s been pretty amazing to just walk in the incredible parks here and go see art.”
She also jokes about a French cultural difference: “In France, they consider full-term to be 41 weeks rather than 40, so I guess I get an extra week to be pregnant this time around.”
No Social Media Overload – ‘We Know What to Do’
When asked if she succumbs to the onslaught of information hurled at new mothers digitally across social media, Portman demurred.
“I’m not really looking at social media that much,” she says. “I think maybe just having done it twice before… I read so many books the first time, and now I’m like, ‘Oh, we know what to do.’ It’s okay. You figure it out.”
Her parenting philosophy is refreshingly simple:
“We’re going to make lots of mistakes, no matter how hard we try. And also, we’re going to do a lot right without having to do research. I feel like if you’re just present and loving, that’s the best thing possible.”
Cravings? Just Fruit
Portman reports no strange pregnancy cravings. “Just fruit,” she says, “especially pineapple and melon.”
Who Is Tanguy Destable?
Portman’s partner, Tanguy Destable, is a French music producer. The couple has kept their relationship relatively private. Destable is known for his work in electronic and experimental music.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Profession | Music producer |
| Nationality | French |
| Public profile | Keeps relatively private |
| Relationship with Portman | Partner; expecting first child together |
The couple has been based in Paris, where they have enjoyed the city’s parks, art scene, and spring weather during the pregnancy.
What’s Next for Portman – Films and Production Company
Despite her pregnancy, Portman has two completed projects on the horizon with her production company, MountainA, which she co-founded with Sophie Mas in 2020. MountainA prioritizes filmmaker-driven projects that often focus on the female perspective.
| Film | Details |
|---|---|
| The Gallerist | Absurdist comedy; Portman plays a high-strung art dealer trying to sell a corpse at Art Basel Miami; directed by Cathy Yan; release late 2026 |
| Good Sex | Romantic comedy written/directed by Lena Dunham; Portman stars with Mark Ruffalo, Meg Ryan, Rashida Jones; Netflix; early 2027 release |
Brand Partnerships
| Brand | Role |
|---|---|
| Tiffany & Co. | New face of the brand |
| Dior | Longstanding relationship |
Portman says she has the time and space right now to focus on her pregnancy. “Just the usual things you do when you’re not working!” she says of walking in parks and seeing art.
Portman’s Journey – From Child Star to Mother of Three
Natalie Portman’s life has been marked by remarkable achievements:
| Age | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 12 | Debuted in Léon: The Professional |
| 19 | Starred in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace |
| 29 | Won Oscar for Black Swan |
| 30 | Married Benjamin Millepied (divorced 2024) |
| 30 | First child, Aleph, born |
| 35 | Second child, Amalia, born |
| 44 | Expecting third child with Tanguy Destable |
Now, at 44, she is embracing a third pregnancy with a sense of calm, gratitude, and self-knowledge that she says she lacked when she was younger.
Reaction from Fans and Public
News of Portman’s pregnancy has been met with widespread joy on social media. Fans have praised her openness about the challenges of fertility and her gratitude for this “miracle.”
Typical comments include:
- “So happy for her! She deserves all the joy.”
- “Love how grounded she is about parenting. No social media pressure, just presence.”
- “A baby in Paris? That sounds like a dream.”
Portman has not yet revealed the baby’s due date or sex.
‘I Cherish Every Moment’
Natalie Portman’s third pregnancy announcement is marked not by flash or spectacle, but by a quiet, profound sense of gratitude. As the daughter of a fertility doctor, she knows how hard conception can be. As a mother of two, she knows how fast time passes.
“Knowing it’s probably the last time, I cherish every moment,” she says.
Between swimming in Paris, walking through its parks, and spending time with Aleph and Amalia, Portman is savoring this chapter. With two films on the horizon, brand partnerships with Tiffany & Co. and Dior, and a new baby on the way, the 44-year-old actress is busier than ever – but she seems more grounded than ever, too.
As she puts it simply: “If you’re just present and loving, that’s the best thing possible.”
