Natalie Portman is an acclaimed actress and filmmaker, born on June 9, 1981, in Jerusalem, Israel. She gained fame for her role as Padmé Amidala in the Star Wars prequel trilogy and won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in Black Swan (2010). In addition to acting, Portman is known for her work as a producer and director. She holds a degree from Harvard University and is an advocate for various social and environmental causes. Portman is also recognized for her involvement in the Time's Up movement, promoting gender equality in the entertainment industry.