Natalie Portman nominated for an Oscar for her performance in "Black Swan," a dark drama that profiles the tortured personal and professional life.
She said, I am so honored and grateful to the academy for this recognition, in an interview with Us.com.
Natalie Portman has already won a Golden Globe for her performance in the movie, an honor that often proceeds receiving the Oscar.
Natalie has also starred in such films as, "The Other Boleyn Girl," "No Strings Attached," and "Love and Other Impossible Pursuits."
She is expecting her first child, and is engaged to marry Benjamin Millepied.
