Natalie Portman is officially a single woman after the end of her 11-year marriage to Benjamin Millepied.
The “Black Swan” actress quietly filed for divorce in July 2023 amid rumors that her director/choreographer had been unfaithful. At the time, the former couple did not address the speculation and were reportedly working on their relationship.
Natalie Portman & Benjamin Millepied Finalize Their Divorce In France
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Despite rumors of Portman and Millepied’s reconciliation, their once blossoming love did not survive the alleged infidelity trial. A representative for the Hollywood sensation confirmed their decision to split was finalized last month.
The two ended their divorce proceedings in France, where they live with their children — 12-year-old son Aleph and 7-year-old daughter Amalia. Coming to terms with their breakup, especially with the media attention surrounding Millepied’s alleged infidelity, was reportedly difficult for Portman.
“It was very difficult for him at first, but his friends rallied around him and helped him through the worst,” a friend of the couple admitted to PEOPLEadd:
“Natalie came out of a very difficult and painful year, but she came out the other side stronger and found joy in her family, friends and work.”
As with their divorce, neither Portman nor Millepied have publicly addressed speculation about their marriage. When asked about the viral gossip in a February interview, the “Thor” actor dismissed the question, saying: “It’s horrible, and I have no desire to contribute to it.”
Natalie Portman Focuses On Her Children
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From the beginning, the former couple’s goal was their child and helping them navigate this new phase. The pair have been seen on numerous occasions showing a united front as a family since Milepied’s alleged extramarital affair began in 2023.
The insider echoed similar sentiments about the duo’s goals, noting that “Portman’s biggest priority is ensuring a smooth transition for her children.” The source continued:
“She and Ben love their children very much and are both focused on being the best co-parents they can be. Nothing is more important.”
Still, Portman remains saddened by the divorce because she never imagined they would end up this way when they said their vows on August 4, 2012. A friend of the former couple stated that the actress is hurt but ready for a new chapter.
“Natalie hopes her marriage will last forever,” claims a friend of the pair. “But he’s at peace with their situation and is now focused on their new normal as a family.”
Portman Reportedly Gives Milepied Another Chance
Last July, sources claimed Portman had not given up on her 11-year marriage to Millepied but had strict rules.
They explained that the “May December” actress refused to repeat the infidelity scenario and her lover at the time was willing to do anything to win her back.
“Obviously there will be conditions, and apparently, he’s fine with whatever rules he wants. If he messes up again, he might pull the plug,” the insider said.
At the time, little was known about Millepied’s alleged affair, but it reportedly involved 25-year-old Camille Étienne.
The choreographer and the young woman allegedly had a brief love affair, which sources claim Portman is ready to move on from. In their words: “Natalie believes Benjamin’s affair is a short, stupid fling that means nothing to her.”
Millepied allegedly begged for a second chance and desperately tried to win back Portman’s favor by sharing “all her passwords” with her and making every night a date night.
Portman & Millepied Relationship Timeline
The former couple’s romance began on the set of the 2009 film, “Black Swan.” Millepied joined the team as a coach, helping Portman prepare for her iconic role as a ballet dancer and choreographing dance routines for the film.
The two’s training session sent a spark between them, and they started dating as soon as the filming of the movie ended. Portman spoke about their instant connection in an interview, per Ellasaid:
“We had a whole, like, he taught me to dance. You know, one of those romantic ones [stories]…It will be interesting and fun. It is wonderful. I don’t know about immediate [love]. It was like I really knew him, and that’s when it was like, ‘Oh, this is the person.'”
The couple kept their romance on the down-low for the next year until December 2010, when they suddenly announced their engagement and Portman’s pregnancy. Their son Aleph was born on June 14, 2011, and they tied the knot in a Jewish ceremony on August 4, 2012.
Their second child, daughter Amalia, was born on February 22, 2017, and they enjoyed more peaceful years until a French outlet called Voici claimed that Milliepied had an affair in June 2023.
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