Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied: Working Through Marital Struggles Amid Affair Allegations

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Benjamin Millepied, the husband of Natalie Portman, has been accused of engaging in an extramarital affair.

Recent reports on Friday, June 2, unveiled that the 41-year-old Academy Award-winning actress and the 45-year-old director/choreographer are still in a committed relationship despite allegations published by the French outlet Voici, suggesting that he had been unfaithful.

Recent images from France indicate that the ex-New York City Ballet principal dancer has been seen in the company of the captivating young climate activist Camille Étienne.

Natalie Portman and her husband, Benjamin Millepied, are privately navigating marital difficulties following recent allegations of Millepied's extramarital affair, although the couple remains together and is working through the situationNatalie Portman and her husband, Benjamin Millepied, are privately navigating marital difficulties following recent allegations of Millepied’s extramarital affair, although the couple remains together and is working through the situation (Credit: Cover Images)

According to a source cited by People, the affair was of brief duration and has already ended. The source revealed that Benjamin acknowledges the magnitude of his mistake and is trying to seek Natalie’s forgiveness and maintain their family unity.

“He knows he made an enormous mistake and he is doing all he can to get Natalie to forgive him and keep their family together,” says the source.

“Natalie is incredibly private and has no intention of playing this out in the media. Her biggest priority is protecting her children and their privacy.”

Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied met while filming the 2010 psychological thriller Black Swan, for which Millepied served as choreographerNatalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied met while filming the 2010 psychological thriller Black Swan, for which Millepied served as choreographer (Credit: INSTARimages)

Natalie, known for her strong inclination towards privacy, has no intention of allowing this matter to unfold in the public eye. Her utmost priority is safeguarding the privacy of their children.

Natalie and Benjamin tied the knot in 2012 and have two children: an 11-year-old son named Aleph and a 6-year-old daughter named Amalia.

Portman joyously commemorated their 10-year wedding anniversary in August 2022 by sharing an Instagram tribute.

She expressed her sentiment alongside a heartfelt photo of them together, stating, “Ten years today @benjaminmillepied, and it keeps getting better…”

 

 
 
 
 
 
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They met on the set of the 2010 film Black Swan, for which Millepied was the choreographer. The two began dating soon after filming wrapped and were engaged in December 2010.

“I met my husband on it, so I think I was in, like, dreamland,” Portman said during a SiriusXM Town Hall interview in 2018.

“… He was teaching me to dance. You know, one of those romantic [stories] … It was definitely exciting and fun. It was beautiful. I don’t know about instant. It was like I really got to know him and that was when it seemed like, ‘Oh this is the person.’ ”

Natalie Portman's brunette hair was pulled back into a sleek low bun with a center partingNatalie Portman’s brunette hair was pulled back into a sleek low bun with a center parting (Credit: Brian To / FayesVision / WENN)

In May 2015, Natalie Portman was on hand at the UCLA Younes & Soraya Nazarian Center for Israel Studies 5th Annual Gala held at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills.

The actress, who was 33 years old at the time and not to be confused with Keira Knightley, radiated elegance in a dazzling short-sleeved Dior sequin mini dress that beautifully accentuated her petite figure.

Natalie Portman presenting the UCLA Israel Studies Award at UCLA Younes & Soraya Nazarian Center for Israel Studies GalaNatalie Portman presenting the UCLA Israel Studies Award at UCLA Younes & Soraya Nazarian Center for Israel Studies Gala at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills on May 5, 2015 (Credit: Brian To / FayesVision / WENN)

She completed her ensemble with a chic Roger Vivier clutch and sleek black heels.

Natalie Portman flaunted her legs in a short-sleeved Dior sequin mini dressNatalie Portman flaunted her legs in a short-sleeved Dior sequin mini dress (Credit: Brian To / FayesVision / WENN)

Her brunette locks were pulled back into a sleek low bun with a center parting, and her makeup was done in earth tones with lashings of mascara.

Natalie Portman's makeup was done in earth tones with lashings of mascaraNatalie Portman’s makeup was done in earth tones with lashings of mascara (Credit: Brian To / FayesVision / WENN)

The Black Swan star chose a pair of black sandals from Dior for her feet. They feature adjustable buckled ankle straps, open toes, double front straps with rhinestones, and 4-inch stiletto heels.

Natalie Portman's sexy feet in Dior sandalsNatalie Portman’s sexy feet in Dior sandals (Credit: Brian To / FayesVision / WENN)

How do you like Natalie Portman’s sparkling look? We can’t find her Dior heels in black, but a gold version is available on Farfetch.

Christian Dior Crystal-Detail Strappy SandalsChristian Dior Crystal-Detail Strappy Sandals, $1,095