Natalie Portman is back and ready to stun in Fountain of Youth
! After wowing fans in countless roles, this Oscar-winning actress is set to captivate once more in a role that is sure to stir up some waves. But off-camera, Portman’s experience of fame is refreshingly different from the usual Hollywood paparazzi stories!
Think being famous means constant recognition? Think again! Fame does not always come with instant recognition at every corner, as one would expect, and Natalie Portman proves that in her own words.
Even with an Oscar, Natalie Portman says she is not frequently recognized
In a recent Interview Magazine Spring cover shoot, Natalie Portman was hit with a question that seemed like a given-
“Have you ever not been recognized?”
With her Oscar-winning role in Black Swan
, iconic performances in V for Vendetta
and Jackie
, and a legendary career in Hollywood, one would think the answer would be a solid rarely! But Portman shocked everyone with a cheeky reply
saying, “I am not recognized regularly.”
Looks like even A-listers get a break from the spotlight!
Despite her glittering accolades and roles in huge franchises like Thor
and Star Wars,
recognition is not as constant as fans might expect.
In her fun chat, Portman turned the tables, making it clear that fame does not always mean the center of attention. Who knew even Hollywood royalty could possibly enjoy some peaceful walks incognito?
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While Portman may not be recognized on every corner, she still commands attention with her latest ventures sizzling up Hollywood
when it matters most. In another recent interview, she spoke out on how she has crafted her public persona, revealing insights into her how she has managed to keep certain aspects of her life for herself.
Natalie Portman opens up about protecting her image since age 12
In a real candid conversation with Wednesday
star Jenna Ortega for Interview Magazine, Natalie Portman discussed how she crafted a “serious”
public image at just 12 years old to shield herself from the pressures of fame
. After her breakthrough role in Léon: The Professional
, Portman felt s—-lized and, in response, adopted a “smart”
and “studious”
persona. She shared that this strategy allowed her to feel safe from all that unwanted attention
.
“Obviously, there was a long Lolita phase.”
Natalie Portman and Jenna Ortega discuss family, film, and the darker side of child stardom for our Spring cover story 🎥 pic.twitter.com/ohBmLSITj7
— Interview Magazine (@InterviewMag) April 15, 2025
Portman also chatted away about how while her public image has been serious, she is far from it in real life.
She confessed to being “silly”
and down-to-earth, but added that she learned early on how to guard her privacy, even imposing boundaries such as not doing photo shoots with her children
. Looking ahead, she is excited for her upcoming role in Fountain of Youth,
where she plans to continue playing the balancing act between fame and her private life.
Would you recognize Natalie Portman if you spotted her? Got a favorite Portman role you think everyone should recognize her for? Let us know in the comments!
