Natalie Portman's net worth

Last Modified Jan 27, 2025 02:14 EST
Natalie Portman's net worth
Natalie Portman (Source: Instagram)


The American actress Natalie Portman has a net worth of $90 million according to Celebrity Net Worth.


Neta-Lee Hershlag, known professionally as Natalie Portman, was born on June 9th, 1981, in Jerusalem, Israel. She was given the Hebrew name Neta-Lee and grew up in a Jewish household. Her father is a gynecologist, and her mother, Shelley, still represents Portman. In 1988, her family moved to Connecticut after first relocating to Washington, DC. The family eventually settled in Long Island, where Portman studied Hebrew and attended a Jewish elementary school.


Her acting career started when she was cast in the 1994 movie "The Professional." Her biggest breakthrough role came when she played Queen Padmé Amidala in "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace" in 1999. She became a global celebrity as a result of this role, and she played the same part in the Star Wars prequel trilogy movies that followed.


In addition to working on popular movies, Portman also chose independent movies that highlighted her versatility as an actress. Portman gave one of her most celebrated performances in "Black Swan," a psychological thriller set in the world of ballet. She won multiple accolades, including the Academy Award for Best Actress, for her role as a disturbed ballerina.


Natalie Portman’s early life & career


Natalie started participating in ballet and other dance styles while she was living on Long Island. She also began to study performing arts as well, and it quickly became clear that she was meant to work in the entertainment sector. An agent saw her when she was ten years old. She originally declined the chance to work as a child model, but she eventually consented to try out for acting parts.


Natalie Portman's net worth
Natalie Portman as Queen Padmé Amidala (Source: starwars.com)


In 1992, Natalie Portman started her career as Laura Bell Bundy's understudy for the off-Broadway musical Ruthless! Following the conclusion of Ruthless!, Portman secured her breakthrough performance in Leon: The Professional. This was the first time she used her stage name, Natalie Portman.


After improving her skills in short films and theatre works, she made a comeback to the public in 1995 with the release of "Heat." She portrayed Pacino's character's suicidal daughter in the Al Pacino/De Niro movie. Before starring in Woody Allen's Everyone Says I Love You and Mars Attacks!, she did a significant role in Beautiful Girls in 1996. In 1999, Portman leaped into adult roles, although still being a teenager, in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. This marked a significant breakthrough in her career.


Natalie Portman’s success besides acting


Portman is well-known in the world of sponsorships in addition to her acting profession. She has been representing Dior's fragrances since 2010. Natalie's connection with the Dior brand alone brings her at least $10 million annually.


Portman holds a Harvard University degree, and is well-known for being outspoken about her political and social beliefs, supporting gender equality, animal rights, and environmental issues. In 2015, she made her directorial debut with "A Tale of Love and Darkness," marking her debut in the field.


FAQs about Natalie Portman

It is estimated that Portman's association with Dior generates at least $10 million annually.


The American actress Natalie Portman went to Harvard University to pursue a degree in psychology.


Natalie Portman has two children with her husband, Benjamin Millepied.


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