1. Natalie Portman was only 12 years old when she made her film debut in “Léon: The Professional.”
2. She earned a degree in psychology from Harvard University while continuing her acting career.
3. Portman is fluent in Hebrew and has spent time living in Israel, where she was born.
4. She portrayed Padmé Amidala in the “Star Wars” prequel trilogy, starting with “The Phantom Menace” in 1999.
5. Natalie is an accomplished dancer and trained ballet dancer, which she showcased in her role in “Black Swan.”
6. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in “Black Swan” (2010), a film that required intense commitment and physical transformation.
7. Portman is a passionate advocate for animal rights and has been a vegetarian since she was 8 years old.
8. She directed and produced the 2015 film “A Tale of Love and Darkness,” based on the memoir by Israeli author Amos Oz.
9. Natalie Portman has a cameo in the “Star Wars” animated series “Star Wars: The Clone Wars,” reprising her role as Padmé Amidala.
10. She is known for her philanthropic efforts, particularly in education and women’s rights, and has spoken at various global forums.
