Natalie Portman, the 44-year-old Oscar-winning actress, has revealed she is expecting her third child, her first with partner Tanguy Destable. The news, confirmed in an exclusive interview with 'Harper's Bazaar' on April 17, 2026, frames the pregnancy as a "miracle" and a "privilege".
Portman expressed excitement about the pregnancy, noting her partner Tanguy Destable shares in this joy. She described the experience with a sense of calm and deepened self-awareness, choosing to surround herself with positive energy. This outlook, she feels, makes each day of the pregnancy beautiful. Portman, who has been spending time in Paris, also noted that she is feeling strong and energized.
Her previous pregnancies offered less of this measured perspective, a point she attributes to her current age and experience. "At 44, Portman said she brings experience and perspective to this pregnancy," the report from 'Today' states. Unlike her first pregnancy, she claims to be less swayed by external advice, focusing instead on presence and love. Physically, she is enjoying the pregnancy and engaging in activities like swimming and Gyrotonics, a low-impact method for strength and flexibility.
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The actress currently shares two children, Aleph, 14, and Amalia, 9, with her ex-husband, choreographer Benjamin Millepied. This new child will be her first with Destable. While details surrounding her divorce from Millepied and their coparenting arrangement remain private, Portman has consistently lauded motherhood as one of her most significant accomplishments. She also values her children's privacy, though she has publicly praised their achievements, such as Aleph's clothing line, Vanté.
Portman's reflections on motherhood touch upon the perceived difficulty of conception, drawing from her upbringing where her father was a fertility doctor. She calls this pregnancy "probably the last time" and vows to "cherish every moment." Her current cravings include fruits like pineapple and melon.
