Natalie Portman shared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” how meeting Rihanna at Paris Men’s Fashion Week gave her a significant boost during her divorce from Benjamin Millepied. Portman, 43, recounted their initial encounter where they fangirled over each other, captured in a video shared by Bustle. Rihanna, 36, praised Portman as “one of the hottest” women in Hollywood, which Portman described as exactly what she needed at that time.
Portman expressed to Fallon that having Rihanna acknowledge her in such a positive way was incredibly uplifting during a challenging period. The interaction between the two was marked by mutual admiration, with Portman appreciating Rihanna’s gesture of support and recognition.
“You give the most innocent look, and I’m like, ugh!” Rihanna said, pretending to fall out.
“I’m gonna black out,” Portman said. “I love you and I listen to your music all the time.”
“I don’t get excited about anybody,” Rihanna returned.
