Natalie Portman has found a new home in Paris, where she and her children enjoy the city’s privacy and cultural depth. After her divorce from French choreographer Benjamin Millepied, she opted to remain in Paris to raise their two children, Aleph, 13, and Amalia, 8. The actress previously moved to Paris in 2014 for Millepied’s job but returned to Los Angeles in 2016. However, she has now chosen to stay, appreciating the French culture and the way locals interact with her. Portman has noted the difference in social etiquette between France and the U.S., finding the French to be more reserved but ultimately more welcoming and friendly. She enjoys the cultural vibrancy of Paris, even in the colder months, and values the sense of community and the frequent social events the city offers.
Natalie Portman has embraced life in Paris, where she and her children enjoy the city’s privacy and cultural richness. After her divorce from French choreographer Benjamin Millepied, she has decided to remain in Paris to raise their two children, Aleph, 13, and Amalia, 8. The actress, known for her role in the film Black Swan, previously moved to Paris in 2014 when Millepied was hired as the director for the Paris Opera Ballet. However, she returned to Los Angeles in 2016. Despite the move back to the U.S., she found the experience of living in France to be more enriching and has now decided to stay.
Portman has spoken about the cultural differences between Los Angeles and Paris, noting the more reserved and formal interaction with locals in France. She described the French as being ‘very discreet’ and emphasized the importance of knowing how to interact properly to avoid being rude. While she appreciates the welcoming nature of the French people, she also finds the social norms in the U.S. to be more ‘loose.’ This contrasts her positive experience in Paris with her initial impressions of the American city.
Living in Paris has also allowed Portman to immerse herself in the city’s rich cultural offerings. Despite the cold and gray weather, she enjoys the constant stream of art exhibitions, concerts, dinner parties, and literary events. The frequent social gatherings and the vibrant cultural scene in Paris provide her with a stimulating environment for her family. She has also highlighted the ease of finding and connecting with people in the French capital, which she finds more inviting compared to her time in Los Angeles.