Natalie Hershlag: American Actress
Biography
Full Name: Natalie Hershlag
Date of Birth: June 9, 1981
Place of Birth: Jerusalem, Israel
Nationality: Dual – Israeli and American
Profession: Actress, Director, Producer
Height: 5 feet 3 inches (1.60 m)
Early Life and Education
Born in Jerusalem, Israel, to Avner Hershlag (Israeli doctor) and Shelley Stevens (American homemaker and agent).
Moved to the United States at age 3; grew up on Long Island, New York.
Highly intelligent and academically driven.
Harvard University,
graduating in 2003 with a degree in Psychology.
Hebrew University of Jerusalem and took graduate
Fluent in Hebrew, English, and conversational French, with interests in science and languages.
Family
Married Benjamin Millepied, a French choreographer and ballet dancer, in 2012 (met during Black Swan).
They have two children: son Aleph (born 2011) and daughter Amalia (born 2017).
The couple reportedly separated in 2023.
Career
Film Debut and Breakthrough
Film debut at age 12 in Léon: The Professional (1994), playing the role of Mathilda.
Gained critical acclaim early for mature and emotionally intense performances.
Major Films
Star Wars Prequel Trilogy (1999–2005) as Padmé Amidala
V for Vendetta (2005)
Black Swan (2010) – Career-defining role
Jackie (2016)
Thor (2011), Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)
December, May (2023)
Directorial Work
Directed and starred in A Tale of Love and Darkness (2015), based on Amos Oz's memoir.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Natalie Portman's net worth is estimated to be around $90 million.
Income from acting, endorsements (Dior), and producing.
Awards and Honours
Academy Award for Best Actress – Black Swan (2011)
BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Awards (multiple)
Screen Actors Guild Award, and Critics' Choice Awards
Nominated for multiple Oscars, including for Jackie and Closer
Recognized for both acting talent and activism (veganism, animal rights, women's rights)
Legacy
Natalie Portman is known for portraying complex characters and for her commitment to ethical causes, she continues to influence both the entertainment industry and the world at large.
