Natalie Portman shares Instagram photo confirming third pregnancy
Actress Natalie Portman, 45, posted an Instagram photo on 29 July 2026 showing her heavily pregnant belly. The caption reads “Counting the days until we meet you.” The image, taken by photographer Shelby Duncan, sparked thousands of comments from fans and fellow stars.
Portman first announced the pregnancy in an April 2026 interview with Harper’s Bazaar, describing it as “a privilege and a miracle” and suggesting it may be her last. The baby will be her first with French music producer Tanguy Destable, her partner since March 2025. She already has two older children – son Aleph, 15, and daughter Amalia, 9 – from her former marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied, from whom she divorced in 2024 after eleven years of marriage. The family now lives in Paris.
The actress expressed gratitude for the pregnancy, noting the challenges many face in starting a family and emphasizing how fortunate she feels.
Entities: Aleph · Amalia · Benjamin Millepied · Natalie Portman · Shelby Duncan · Tanguy Destable
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Literary critics have called the portrait in the novel “dehumanising” and “very identifiable as Natalie Portman”. (All articles)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The book will be available in bookstores in August. (Article 3)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Natalie Portman has said she feels betrayed and upset by the novel, claiming it does not reflect her truth. (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The novel’s protagonist “M” has a life story that closely mirrors Natalie Portman’s career, including child stardom, a ballet‑film role, Harvard graduation, marriage to French choreographer Benjamin M (All articles)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Portman previously described Rachel Cusk as one of her favourite writers. (Articles 1 and 3)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Rachel Cusk authored a novel titled “The Story of M” (also called “The Life of M”) scheduled for release in August. (All articles)
- [● 6 SOURCES] The Instagram photo shows Portman cradling her belly while wearing an oversized button‑down shirt. (supported by all listed articles)
- [● 6 SOURCES] Natalie Portman's partner is French music producer Tanguy Destable. (supported by all listed articles)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Portman's third pregnancy was first reported by Harper's Bazaar. (Harper's Bazaar exclusive)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Natalie Portman posted her first public pregnancy photo on Instagram on July 29, 2026. (Instagram post)
- [● 6 SOURCES] Natalie Portman announced she is pregnant with her third child in April 2026. (supported by all listed articles)
- [● 6 SOURCES] Natalie Portman lives in Paris. (supported by all listed articles)