Natalie Portman rang in her 43rd birthday with a heartwarming tribute to her friends, who she credited for their unwavering support, especially after her recent divorce from Benjamin Millepied. The actress shared a series of photos showcasing her cherished friendships, reflecting on the importance of her support system.
In a heartwarming Instagram post, Portman shared a slideshow of nine images that captured precious moments with her closest friends. The photos, taken in various locations around the world, showcased the beauty of their friendship and the joy they bring to her life.
Born in Jerusalem, Israel, Portman has built a successful career in Hollywood. Her post, however, shifted the focus from her accolades to the people who have been by her side through it all. She wrote, “This year, on my birthday, I want to celebrate my gratitude for my friends who lift me up again and again.”
Natalie Portman celebrated her 43rd birthday with a heartwarming tribute to her friends
Portman shared a series of photos showcasing her cherished friendships
The slideshow featured a diverse range of settings, from breathtaking natural backdrops like canyons and cherry blossom trees to more urban locales like nightclubs and waterfronts. Each image captured the essence of their friendship, showcasing the joy and support they bring to one another’s lives.
Portman’s post received an outpouring of love and well-wishes from her celebrity friends. Fellow Oscar winners Julianne Moore and Reese Witherspoon left heartfelt comments, with Moore exclaiming, “Happy birthday!!!! Oh, I love you!!!”, and Witherspoon adding, “Happy Birthday, you incredible diamond of a human! I love you.”
Other celebrities, including Kerry Washington, Tracee Ellis Ross, Mindy Kaling, Ali Wong, and Isla Fisher, also sent their love and birthday greetings to Portman, emphasizing the impact she has had on those around her.
Portman’s birthday celebration comes after her divorce from Millepied, with whom she shares two children. A source close to Portman revealed that her friends played a pivotal role in helping her through the challenging time, sharing, “It was initially really tough for her, but her friends rallied around her and helped her get through the worst of it.”
The slideshow featured a diverse range of settings, showcasing the joy and support of her friends
The Black Swan actress was all smiles as she posed with a friend in front of cherry blossom trees
The Thor: Love and Thunder star shared a laugh with a friend in a field
The Lucy in the Sky actress enjoyed a moment with a friend by the waterfront
The Star Wars alum posed alongside a friend in a heartwarming indoor shot
The Jackie actress looked stunning in a formal ensemble as she posed with a friend
The Lady in the Lake star pointed at a friend in a fun photo taken in a club setting
Portman received an outpouring of love and well-wishes from her celebrity friends
Portman’s inner circle has been a source of strength and comfort during this transitional period. An insider shared, “She’s 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.”
The source also emphasized that Portman’s main priority has been ensuring a smooth transition for her children, noting, “Her 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. Nothing is more important.”
Portman’s birthday celebration is a testament to the power of friendship and the support systems that help us navigate life’s challenges. Her friends have been a constant source of strength, and their presence in her life is a reminder that we all need people who uplift and encourage us.