Natalie Portman, 44, revealed her third pregnancy on Instagram by posting photos of her baby bump while traveling the Orient Express from Paris to Cannes. The actress, who announced the news last month , paired a pleated black dress with a blazer and sunglasses, turning the train journey into a stylish preview of the upcoming Cannes Film Festival.

Portman's Orient Express Journey from Paris to Cannes

According to the Instagram snaps, Portman described the luxury train ride as feeling “like stepping back in time.” The images show the actress gazing out of the carriage windows, her silhouette framed by the train’s classic interiors. The trip, which began in her home city of Paris, concluded in Cannes, where she is expected to attend the annual film festival later this year.

Third Child with Tanguy Destable Expected

The pregnancy marks Portman's first with French music producer Tanguy Destable, 45, whom she began dating after her 2023 split from choreographer Benjamin Millepied. The couple announced the pregnancy in a Harper’s Bazaar interview, noting that the baby will join her two older children—son Aleph, 14, and daughter Amalia, 9. Portman told the magazine, “Tanguy and I are very excited… I’m just very grateful.”

Harper’s Bazaar Quote on Fertility Awareness

Portman, the daughter of a fertility doctor , emphasized her awareness of the challenges many face when trying to conceive.. She said, “I grew up hearing about how hard it is to get pregnant. I have so many people I love who’ve had such a hard time with it that I want to be respectful around that as well.” The actress added that pregnancy in her forties brings a “deep appreciation and gratitude ,” a sentiment she reiterated in the interview.

Will the baby arrive before Cannes Film Festival?

One specific unanswered question is whether the child will be born before the Cannes Film Festival, which traditionally takes place in May. Portman has not disclosed her due date, and the timing could affect her participation in festival events. As of now, no official statement has clarified her schedule.

Energy Boost and Public Reception

Portman also mentioned feeling more energetic than she expected, saying, “I have more energy than I thought I might.” Fans and media outlets have responded positively to the candidness of her posts, praising her openness about fertility and motherhood. According to the source, the actress’s gratitude resonates with many who have struggled with conception, adding a personal dimension to the celebrity news cycle.