Is Natalie Portman still with Benjamin Millepied? Actor gives husband 'another chance' as he takes drastic steps to regain her trust

Millepied 'begged for forgiveness and is so very sorry and ashamed, and she's giving him another chance', a source said
PUBLISHED JUL 10, 2023
Benjamin Millepied and Natalie Portman are on the road to reconciliation after his alleged affair (Vivien Killilea/Getty Images)
Benjamin Millepied and Natalie Portman are on the road to reconciliation after his alleged affair (Vivien Killilea/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In a heartfelt effort to rebuild trust and mend their relationship, Benjamin Millepied, husband of Hollywood star Natalie Portman, is reportedly taking a drastic step that could change the dynamics of their marriage. Millepied is ready to be fully transparent by sharing all of his passwords with Portman, granting her unprecedented access to his digital world.

An insider revealed, "He's trying to put her mind at ease by giving her 'all his passwords.' And he's not going out without her these days – every night is date night while he gets back in her good graces." It's evident that Millepied is going above and beyond to regain Portman's trust, with the hope of restoring their relationship to a place of stability and love.

(L-R) Benjamin Millepied and Natalie Portman attends the
Benjamin Millepied and Natalie Portman attends the "Carmen" Premiere during the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival at TIFF Bell Lightbox on September 11, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario.
(Photo by Unique Nicole/Getty Images)

Benjamin Millepied drastic effort to rebuild trust with Natalie Portman 

Portman and Millepied's love story began in 2009 when they met on the set of the film 'Black Swan'. They tied the knot in 2012 and have since welcomed two children together, Aleph, 11, and Amalia, 6. However, their path to reconciliation hasn't been without its challenges.

Natalie Portman attends the
Natalie Portman attends the 'May December' press conference at the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 21, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Mohammed Badra/Pool/Getty Images)

The couple faced a storm of controversy when reports emerged of Millepied's alleged affair with climate activist Camille Etienne, as reported by Page Six. Although the affair reportedly lasted only a few months and was allegedly over by the time the news broke, it caused significant strain on their marriage.

Benjamin Millepied attends a screening of
Benjamin Millepied attends a screening of 'Carmen' hosted by Sony Pictures Classics' and The Cinema Society at Francesca Beale Theater on April 18, 2023 in New York City (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

'She's giving him another chance!'

A source reportedly claimed that their fling was "short-lived and it is over," but another claimed that Millepied was "very attracted" to Etienne and that their relationship was more than just a friendship. "There is a lot that Ben is leaving out" about the affair, the source said.

Actress Natalie Portman (L) and her husband Benjamin Millepied attend the Christian Dior show as part of Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2015 on January 26, 2015 in Paris, France.
Actress Natalie Portman (L) and her husband Benjamin Millepied attend the Christian Dior show as part of Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2015 on January 26, 2015 in Paris, France (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Rumors of a brief split in 2022 due to the affair circulated, but Portman and Millepied are working together to mend their bond, despite concerns voiced by some of their close friends. Insiders shared that a few weeks ago that Millepied "begged for forgiveness and is so very sorry and ashamed, and she's giving him another chance." "If he messes up again, she'll likely pull the plug," the source added.

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