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Natalie Portman Announces Pregnancy with Third Child at 44

4/18/2026

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Summary

Portman Announces Pregnancy

Natalie Portman, the actress, announced she is pregnant with her third child, her first with partner Tanguy Destable, in Harper’s Bazaar.
At age 44, she expressed gratitude for the pregnancy, calling it a "privilege and a miracle."
Portman has two children with Benjamin Millepied.
She is preparing for upcoming projects, including The Gallerist and Good Sex.
Her fertility perspective is influenced by her father, a fertility doctor.

Summary

Portman Welcomes Third Child

Natalie Portman, the actress, is expecting her third child with partner Tanguy Destable.
In an interview with Harper's Bazaar, she called the pregnancy a "privilege and a miracle."
She has two children from her previous marriage to Benjamin Millepied.
Her perspectives on fertility reflect her father's work as a fertility doctor.
Portman is living in Paris and stays active by swimming and gyrotonics.

History

Historical Context

The birth of Louise Brown on July 25, 1978, marked the first successful IVF procedure, developed by Dr. Robert Edwards and Dr. Patrick Steptoe. This breakthrough transformed reproductive medicine, raising awareness of fertility issues and influencing public figures like Natalie Portman. As societal discussions on reproductive health evolve, the implications for family planning and women's health, especially for those over 40, remain significant.

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Portman Announces Pregnancy

Natalie Portman, the actress, announced she is pregnant with her third child, her first with partner Tanguy Destable, in Harper’s Bazaar.
At age 44, she expressed gratitude for the pregnancy, calling it a "privilege and a miracle."
Portman has two children with Benjamin Millepied.
She is preparing for upcoming projects, including The Gallerist and Good Sex.
Her fertility perspective is influenced by her father, a fertility doctor.

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