Natalie Portman’s sparkling career is a prime example of blending talent with savvy business sense. Ever wondered how the actress manages to juggle beauty and talent while raking in a fortune? The Oscar-winning actress, 43, has adeptly carved her financial empire not just through her stellar acting credits but also by wearing multiple hats—those of a producer, brand ambassador, and actor.
She has achieved a perfect blend of success and sophistication, particularly evident in her standout endorsement deal with Dior. In 2010, Portman leaped at the opportunity to partner with the iconic brand, quickly becoming the breathtaking star of several high-profile advertising campaigns.
For example, in 2017, she enchanted us with a spellbinding ad for Miss Dior Eau de Parfum, oozing timeless beauty and allure while posing a heart-tugging question: “And you, what would you do for love?”
Timeless Elegance: A Look Back at Natalie Portman’s 2017 Dior Ad
While Natalie Portman’s acting roles have been the bread and butter of her wealth, she’s also dabbled in brand endorsements. Among her many ventures, her partnership with the iconic fashion house Dior truly takes the cake (via Vogue).
Portman first made waves with Dior in 2015, wowing audiences in a commercial that had her practically gliding down the aisle to the soulful song Cry Baby by Janis Joplin (see YouTube). Fast forward two years later, and she once again charmed us with her sensual and alluring portrayal in the launch of Miss Dior Eau de Parfum (via YouTube).
During this campaign, the Black Swan actress, who was 36 at the time, exuded timeless elegance with a flair that perfectly reflected Dior’s high-end image. Her presence struck a chord, leaving such an indelible impression that fans couldn’t help but gush about her beauty.
Let’s dive into some of the heartfelt comments from fans (via YouTube):
She’s so pretty I wanna cry. -@arej4133
The only issue with this ad is that it’s way too short. -@nabinabe2839
Truly one of the loveliest creatures ever to draw breath on this earth. –@e.r.schuster4319
Beautiful. You are so Beautiful!!! –@RFNMATRIX
One the best commercials ever. Greatness. –@manduheavyvazquez5268
In the ad, Portman didn’t mince words; she challenged the man she left at the altar with a daring “Prove it!” in response to his claims of love. Then she took the plunge, speeding away in a pink convertible and reliving an emotional highlight reel from their relationship. It was vibrant, emotionally charged, and anything but ordinary!
How Much is Natalie Portman Making from Her Lucrative Dior Partnership?
Back in 2010, Natalie Portman officially signed on as the face of Dior, the crème de la crème of French luxury fashion, run by Bernard Arnault, who also chairs the mighty LVMH.
This, indeed, was a game-changer for Portman, marking her first high-stakes endorsement with a top-tier brand. Not only did she make waves with her collaboration, but she also pocketed a pretty penny, raking a minimum of $10 million from the deal alone (via Celebrity Net Worth).
In an unfiltered 2010 interview, Portman acknowledged (via Marketing Week):
I don’t have a problem with making money, but I don’t believe in doing something you don’t believe in to make money – like a makeup campaign or something like that.
Ergo, she followed in the stylish footsteps of Charlize Theron, Monica Bellucci, and Sharon Stone, joining the elite circle of the LVMH Group-owned fragrance brand.
Yes, Portman is not just a gifted actress, but a powerhouse of a woman who knows how to command attention, whether on the big screen or in a perfume ad. And as for the question, “What would you do for love?” Well, if it involves embodying the essence of Miss Dior like Portman, count us in!
