Israeli-American actress Natalie Portman, 42, is reportedly on the brink of ending her 11-year marriage with choreographer Benjamin Millepied, 46, following accusations of infidelity with a climate activist 21 years his junior.
The couple’s relationship came under public scrutiny after Portman’s appearance at the Golden Globes, where she attended solo, sparking speculation about the status of her marriage.
The Black Swan actress seemingly confirmed the impending divorce during an interview with WSJ Magazine this week.
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Notably, she omitted any mention of Millepied while revealing that she currently resides in Paris with their two children, Aleph, 12, and six-year-old daughter Amalia.
The revelation follows recent photographs showing Portman without her wedding ring.
Sources close to the couple suggest that Portman is taking time to “process and heal” before officially filing for divorce.
The insider shared, “Natalie and Benjamin tried to make it work, but she simply could not get past his cheating on her.” Despite the separation, the pair is reportedly working together to determine the best approach for co-parenting their children.
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Portman’s decision to keep the divorce private aligns with her commitment to causes like women’s empowerment. The insider emphasized, “No woman should have to put up with a cheating spouse. She has been private about it because that is who she is.”
The marriage faced turbulence last year when French outlet Voici reported Benjamin Millepied’s alleged affair with 25-year-old climate activist Camille Étienne.
People magazine noted that the romance was “short-lived” and Millepied was making significant efforts to reconcile with Portman and maintain their family unity.
Despite these efforts, insiders revealed in early August that the couple was separating after failing to repair their relationship in the wake of the cheating allegations.
An unnamed source shared, “After news of his affair came out, they’ve been trying to work on their marriage but are currently on the outs.”
As Natalie Portman navigates the challenges of divorce, her priority remains protecting the privacy of her children and maintaining her dedication to causes close to her heart.
The actress continues to be an advocate for women’s empowerment, showcasing her strength amid personal struggles.
