Of her religion, Portman says, "I'm much more like the product of a doctor than I am a Jew." She is uncomfortable about the concept of the afterlife. "I don't believe in that. I believe this is it, and I believe it's the best way to live."
Upon acceptance of her Oscar in 2011 for Best Actress Natalie Portman stated "I want to thank my parents for giving me my life." She did not give any thanks to any gods.