04 June 2023 , 08:24
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Natalie Portman and her husband Benjamin Millepied are reportedly trying to work through their issues after he allegedly cheated on her with a younger woman.
The couple have been married since 2012, but their romance was recently rocked by reports that 45-year-old Benjamin had cheated on Natalie, 41, with 25-year-old climate activist Camille Étienne.
Benjamin is thought to be "doing all he can" to try and earn Natalie's forgiveness and save their relationship.
A source has said the affair is now over and the couple are still together while trying to overcome their marital problems.
"It was short-lived and it is over. He knows he made an enormous mistake and he is doing all he can to get Natalie to forgive him and keep their family together.
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Natalie Portman's marriage with Benjamin Millepied is in crisis (Getty Images)
Reports suggest the French dancer had an affair with a younger woman (WireImage)"Natalie is incredibly private and has no intention of playing this out in the media. Her biggest priority is protecting her children and their privacy," the source told People.
Natalie and Benjamin share two children together - 11-year-old son Aleph and six-year-old daughter Amalia.
Reports suggest Natalie and Benjamin’s marriage has been on the rocks since November last year.
However, just days before news broke of the alleged affair, the couple packed on the PDA as they made a trip to Cannes Film Festival.
Benjamin is trying to earn Natalie's forgiveness (PATRICK KOVARIK/AFP/Getty Images)
Natalie's focus is protecting their children (Samir Hussein/WireImage)The pair looked as happy as ever earlier this week as they chatted with friends, including director Todd Haynes.
Natalie and Benjamin dined with pals at the restaurant Georges and even shared a romantic kiss, as Natalie appeared to hold on to a red rose.
During their dinner, Natalie became engrossed in a conversation with Todd, who she worked with on the film May December. Natalie sipped on a glass of wine as she seemed to enjoy their chat.
Benjamin sat next to his wife at the dining table and was pictured also chatting to another woman while Natalie mingled with friends.