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Natalie Portman, 44, Expecting Third Child
The Oscar-winning actress reveals pregnancy with partner Tanguy Destable.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:30am
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Portman's pregnancy announcement reflects the growing trend of older mothers in Hollywood and beyond.Park City TodayNatalie Portman, the 44-year-old Oscar-winning actress, has announced that she is expecting her third child with her partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable. Portman, who is nearly a decade past the age of 35 that doctors consider 'advanced maternal age,' acknowledged the challenges people may face with pregnancy and trying to conceive, but said she is 'very grateful' and has 'more energy' than expected, staying active with swimming and gyrotonics.
Why it matters
Portman's pregnancy at age 44 reflects a growing trend in the United States, where birth rates have declined among women in their 20s but increased among older age groups over the past three decades. While many women over 35 have healthy pregnancies, there are increased risks that come with advanced maternal age.
The details
Portman revealed the news in an exclusive interview with Harper's Bazaar, saying 'Tanguy and I are very excited' and that she is 'just very grateful' for the 'privilege and a miracle' of pregnancy. She acknowledged the challenges some face with conception, stating 'I grew up hearing about how hard it is to get pregnant' and that she wants to be 'respectful around that as well.' Portman also shared that she has 'more energy' than expected and is staying active with swimming and gyrotonics.
- Portman announced her pregnancy on April 18, 2026.
The players
Natalie Portman
A 44-year-old Oscar-winning actress who is expecting her third child with her partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable.
Tanguy Destable
Portman's partner, a French music producer, with whom she is expecting her third child.
What they’re saying
“'Tanguy and I are very excited. I'm just very grateful. I know it's such a privilege and a miracle.'”
— Natalie Portman, Actress
“'I grew up hearing about how hard it is to get pregnant. I have so many people I love who've had such a hard time with it that I want to be respectful around that as well. It's such a beautiful, joyous thing, and it's also not an easy thing.'”
— Natalie Portman, Actress
The takeaway
Portman's pregnancy at 44 reflects a broader trend in the U.S., where birth rates have declined among younger women but increased among those over 35, including a 450% rise for women 45 and older since 1990. While many older mothers have healthy pregnancies, the risks associated with advanced maternal age underscore the complex realities of modern family planning.
