When love turns into heartache, even Hollywood’s finest need a shoulder to lean on. For Natalie Portman, that friend was none other than Rihanna. After her divorce with Benjamin Millepied, the actress met Riri at the Dior Haute Couture show in Paris in January, and it proved to be an absolute blessing for her.
The singer, known for her sassy confidence and straight shooting vibe, apparently helped Natalie navigate the choppy waters of divorce. Here’s how a brief conversation with the pop queen helped Portman get back on her feet and was a “formative” experience of her life.
Natalie Portman Talks About How Rihanna’s Words Of Encouragement Helped her Deal With Divorce
Talking to Jimmy Fallon on his show, Natalie Portman opened up about how a meeting with Rihanna ended up being one of the most formative experiences of her life after her divorce with Benjamin Millepied.
“It was an amazing experience for me,” the ‘Black Swan‘ star said. “I think every woman going through a divorce should get to have Rihanna say to her that she’s a bad bitch.” She added, “It was exactly what I needed. … It was a formative moment in my life.“
Natalie Portman on meeting Rihanna at the Dior couture show at Paris Fashion Week on January 2024:
— Rihanna’s Updates (@rihannasupdates) April 26, 2024
"It was just like a dream. I've been such a big fan of hers for such a long time. Her music means so much to me, and I was so excited to see her. I thought I was just going to go… pic.twitter.com/JUsWDMHhqV
In the viral video of their interaction, Rihanna is seen telling her, “I am a fucking fan. You are one of the hottest bitches in Hollywood forever. … I don’t get excited about anybody, but I fucking love you.”
Portman has also previously talked about this interaction on The Today Show where she said, “Listen, it’s the confidence boost of a lifetime. It was really exactly what I needed at that moment in my life and she served it to me, and I’m forever grateful. I love her.”
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Why Did Natalie Portman Separate From Benjamin Millepied?
Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied first met while working in the 2010 movie ‘Black Swan‘, which won Portman an Oscar for Best Actress. As the movie’s choreographer, Millepied assisted Portman in learning the ballet moves which became one of the most iconic aspects of the film.
Their professional relationship soon turned into a romantic one and they started dating. Within 2 years, the stars decided to get married and tied the knot in 2012. They share two children, a 12-year-old son and 7-year-old daughter.
Although the actress has not addressed the reasons behind their separation, rumors suggest that Benjamin was having an extramarital affair. While she hasn’t confirmed the rumor, when asked about it, she responded to Vanity Fair, saying, “It’s terrible, and I have no desire to contribute to it.”
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