Natalie Portman (born Neta-Lee Hershlag on June 9, 1981) is an Israeli-American actress and filmmaker. She was born in Jerusalem, Israel, to a Jewish family, and moved to the United States at the age of three. She began her acting career at a young age, appearing in several stage productions in New York City.
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Natalie Portman Career:
Natalie Portman made her film debut in 1994 with the drama film “Leon: The Professional.” She gained widespread recognition for her role as Padmé Amidala in the “Star Wars” prequel trilogy (1999-2005). She received critical acclaim for her performances in films such as “Closer” (2004), “V for Vendetta” (2006), and “Black Swan” (2010), for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress.
In addition to acting, Portman is also a highly educated individual, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Harvard University and a Master of Science degree in neuroscience from Hebrew University.
Portman has been actively involved in various humanitarian and environmental causes, serving as an ambassador for FINCA International and as a member of the board of directors for the World Wildlife Fund. She is also a vocal advocate for animal rights and has been a vegetarian since the age of 8.
Portman is married to French ballet dancer Benjamin Millepied and they have two children together. She is fluent in Hebrew, English, and French. She continues to work in the entertainment industry and is considered to be one of the most talented actresses of her generation.
Natalie Portman Net Worth
As of 2021, Natalie Portman’s net worth is estimated to be around $90 million.
Natalie Portman movies
- Black Swan (2010)
- V for Vendetta (2006)
- Thor (2011)
- Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999)
- Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002)
- Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005)
- Garden State (2004)
- Closer (2004)
- No Strings Attached (2011)
- The Professional (1994)
