Natalie Portman has announced that she is expecting her third child—her first with partner Tanguy Destable—over two years after her split from Benjamin Millepied. The actor opened up about embracing motherhood again with gratitude, calling the journey both deeply joyous and emotionally complex as she prepares for this new chapter.

Natalie Portman expecting first child with Tanguy Destable

In an interview with Harpers Bazaar, the actress shared, “It’s such a beautiful, joyous thing, and it’s also not an easy thing,” she says. “And so I know how lucky I am. I’m very aware, and I’m very grateful. I have deep appreciation and gratitude.”