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Natalie Portman reportedly struggled when her 11-year marriage to Benjamin Millepied secretly ended.
“It was initially really tough for her, but her friends rallied around her and helped get her through the worst of it,” an insider told People Friday.
“Natalie is coming out of a really tough and painful year but she’s come out the other side of it stronger and is finding joy in her family, friends and work.”
Natalie Portman’s divorce from Benjamin Millepied was “initially really tough” for her, per a source. GC Images The former couple secretly divorce eight months ago. Antonio de Moraes Barros FilhoIt was revealed Friday that Portman, 42, and Millepied, 46, had actually called it quits eight months ago and their divorce proceedings had already been finalized, as the paperwork was all wrapped up.
The former couple has not yet issued a statement on the split. Their reps did not return Page Six’s request for comment.
Portman and Millepied’s divorce comes months after sources first revealed the estranged pair were separated due to the latter’s alleged affair with 25-year-old climate activist Camille Étienne.
Millepied allegedly had an affair with Camille Étienne. graine_de_possible/Instagram Neither Portman nor Millepied have confirmed the cheating rumors. AFP/Getty ImagesWant more celebrity and pop culture news?
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“They’ve been trying to work on their marriage but are currently on the outs,” an insider told Us Weekly last August.
Page Six had also exclusively reported in June 2023 that the Oscar winner and French choreographer were fighting to save their marriage after the alleged cheating scandal.
“They have not split and are trying to work things out,” a source told us at the time. “Ben is doing everything he can to get Natalie to forgive him. He loves her and their family.”
Page Six reported in June 2023 that Portman and Millepied’s marriage was on the rocks. Getty Images An insider claimed at the time that Millepied was “doing everything he can” to win Portman back. Getty ImagesFrench magazine Voici previously published images of Millepied and Étienne strategically going into his office separately last May — only to exit the establishment within 10 minutes of each other two hours later.
The outlet claimed that Portman found out her then-husband was cheating on her the March prior.
Shortly before the allegations surfaced, the “Star Wars” actress and the former New York City Ballet dancer attempted to put a united front by kissing in public.
Portman and Millepied in were seen kissing in June 2023 after the alleged cheating took place. WireImage The pair had reportedly been trying to save their marriage. Getty ImagesThey were seen locking lips while dining out with friends at the restaurant Georges in Paris.
Even after the scandal broke, Portman seemed in good spirits, flashing a giant smile during a solo outing to a soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Clermont Foot 63 in early June 2023.
A few days later, the “May December” star proudly wore her wedding ring to the French Open.
Portman has been seen without her wedding ring numerous times over the past year. Getty Images The actress has not yet issued a statement on her divorce. WireImageHowever, the facade started to crumble later that week when Portman was spotted getting emotional while having a chat with Millepied on a park bench.
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Listen to our weekly “We Hear” podcast Shop our exclusive merchAt one point, she was seen wiping away tears under her cat-eye sunglasses.
Portman was noticeably having a hard time in June 2023 when she was seen crying in public on one occasion. GC Images Portman and Millepied were married for 11 years. GC ImagesNearly two months later, the “No Strings Attached” star stepped out without her wedding ring in Sydney, fueling speculation that the couple had called it quits for good.
Portman and Millepied met in 2009 on the set of her ballet movie, “Black Swan,” which he choreographed.
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They tied the knot in 2012 and share a son, Aleph, 12, and daughter, Amalia, 6.
Portman and Millepied have been spotted out together recently. Arnaldo Magnani / Getty Images The exes are reportedly working on having a good co-parenting relationship for their kids. Getty ImagesDespite their divorce, Portman and Millepied appear to be co-parenting well, as they were seen last month going on a family lunch date together.
A friend of the former couple also told People Friday that the “Jackie” star’s “biggest priority has been ensuring a smooth transition for her children.”
“She and Ben really love their kids and are equally focused on being the best co-parents they can be,” the source concluded. “Nothing is more important.”
