A Hollywood Star — With a Very Private Home Life
Natalie Portman’s a household name, lighting up the screen in intense roles like Black Swan, V for Vendetta, and Annihilation. But when it comes to her own kids, she’s made a choice that might surprise you: they haven’t seen much, if any, of her work.
At the recent New York City premiere of her latest film, The Fountain of Youth (releasing May 23, 2025), the Oscar-winning actress opened up about a parenting choice that surprises many fans — her kids have rarely, if ever, seen her movies.
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“They have not seen it yet and I can’t wait to show it to them because, A, I like never get to show my kids my movies because they’re usually not appropriate, and then B, it’s so fun,” Portman shared in an interview with Extra.
Why Natalie Portman’s Kids Are Kept Out of the Spotlight
Portman shares two children with ex-husband Benjamin Millepied — 13-year-old Aleph and 8-year-old Amalia. Despite her global fame, the Thor actress is part of a growing number of celebrities who actively shield their children from Hollywood.
Key Reasons Natalie Portman Keeps Her Films Off-Limits
- Age-Inappropriate Content:
Many of Portman’s most iconic roles involve intense themes, violence, or mature content — think Black Swan or Closer — earning R-ratings unsuitable for younger viewers. - Protecting Their Innocence:
In the age of social media, Portman has remained intensely private, prioritizing her children’s normalcy over notoriety. - Parenting with Purpose:
Like other thoughtful celebrity parents (think Jennifer Garner and Ryan Gosling), Portman is determined to let her children grow up outside the shadow of fame.
“It’s so rare that I get to do something they’ll actually enjoy watching,” Portman laughed. “I think they’re going to have the best time watching it.”
‘The Fountain of Youth’: A Family-Friendly Turn?
With The Fountain of Youth, Portman seems to have found a film she’s proud — and finally comfortable — to share with her kids.
Starring alongside John Krasinski as her on-screen brother, Portman raved about the film’s emotional core:
“I get John Krasinski as my brother, who’s, like, the greatest and so funny and such a great actor. It’s so fun to have a brother-sister relationship at the center of the film.”
She added, “It’s quite unusual in this kind of adventure story. It makes sense that The Fountain of Youth would be shared with someone who’s known you since childhood.”
Behind the Scenes: Portman’s Thoughtful Parenting in Focus
Whether on set or at home, Natalie Portman’s parenting choices reflect a deep intention — balancing her creative passion with the emotional and developmental needs of her children.
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