Natalie Portman, 44, is pregnant with her third child alongside partner Tanguy Destable; she reflects on gratitude, fertility and work-life choices
Natalie Portman has confirmed she is expecting her third child, and this will be her first with partner Tanguy Destable. The actor, who is 44 years old, revealed the news in an exclusive conversation with Harper’s Bazaar. Portman already shares two children — son Aleph (14) and daughter Amalia (9) — with her former husband Benjamin Millepied, and she described the new pregnancy as a source of deep appreciation and joy.
Her public statements emphasize mindfulness about fertility: as the daughter of a fertility specialist she is conscious of how challenging conception can be for many people. In interview excerpts she calls the experience both a miracle and a privilege, and she stresses the importance of respecting those who have struggled.
Portman also notes that she and Destable are excited and grateful for this next chapter together.
Relationship background and family dynamics
Portman’s relationship with Tanguy Destable — a French musician and producer known by the stage name Tepr — has been public since they became a couple in March 2026.
Destable, reported to be 45, has a creative background that includes collaborations with prominent DJs and producers. Several outlets have noted that he brings children from a previous relationship into the family dynamic, and French media have circulated photos and reports suggesting Portman is several months along.
Previous marriage and transition
Portman was married to choreographer Benjamin Millepied from 2012 to 2026 and quietly filed for divorce in July 2026. Press accounts at the time referenced an alleged affair involving Millepied and another woman, and the subsequent separation and relocation discussions drew public attention. Despite the scrutiny, Portman has emphasized her focus on family and on maintaining privacy for her children while navigating new relationships and parenthood.
How Portman describes this pregnancy
Speaking to the magazine, Portman underlined feelings of calm and gratitude that she says were less accessible to her when younger. She described a deliberate approach to the experience: choosing who to spend time with and the energy she wants around her. Physically, she reports having more energy than expected and continuing gentle exercise, including swimming and Gyrotonics, to stay strong. She also joked about simple cravings, mentioning fresh fruit such as pineapple and melon.
Perspective on fertility and public conversations
Because she grew up in a household connected to reproductive medicine, Portman is careful with words around fertility and the emotions it involves. She acknowledges the painful journeys many people face and frames her own good fortune with humility. In doing so she seeks to balance celebration with sensitivity, avoiding triumphalism while still expressing deep gratitude for the pregnancy.
Work, public life and what comes next
Portman remains professionally active through her production company MountainA, which she co-founded, and she has several projects lined up. Among those noted in the interview are the absurdist comedy The Gallerist and the Netflix romantic comedy Good Sex. She also continues high-profile brand relationships with names like Tiffany & Co. and Dior. Portman says that current scheduling and location choices — including stretches spent in Paris — allow her to prioritize the pregnancy while keeping creative commitments moving forward.
Public reaction and media reporting
French outlets and celebrity magazines have reported on the pregnancy and published images that they say show Portman with a visible baby bump; one report suggested she was nearing her fifth month when photographed. Portman’s own remarks to the magazine, however, focus less on headlines and more on the private experience of preparing for a new child, soaking up ordinary pleasures such as park walks, and staying present with family.
Final thoughts
As the news circulates, Portman’s messaging blends gratitude, awareness and a protective stance toward those who face difficulties with conception. The announcement connects personal history (the daughter of a fertility doctor) with present reality (expecting her third child with Tanguy Destable), while preserving the sense that this is a quietly lived chapter amid an active professional life.
