Natalie Portman turns heads in a plunging navy velvet gown as she joins the stars of the footballing world at the prestigious Ballon d’Or awards ceremony in Paris

Meanwhile, Natalie clutched her slim waist. with a matching floral rope belt as she posed up a storm for photos on the red carpet.

The Black Swan star elevated her body with a pair of sky-high heels and accessorized with statement dazzling silver floral rings.

Natalie styled her short brunette locks in neat waves and completed her evening ensemble with a glamorous makeup palette.

The Academy Award-winning actress, 43, looked stunning in the navy blue velvet number with a daring plunging neckline and draped short sleeves

Natalie accompanied, among others, Mats Hummels from Bayern Munich and his girlfriend Nicola Cavanis, ten years his junior, at the iconic event

Also in attendance was Alejandro Garnacho with his glamorous girlfriend Eva Garcia, who looked stunning in a dazzling champagne dress

Elsewhere in English football, Harry Kane was presented with the Gerd Muller Trophy for best striker at the ceremony.

Harry cut a very dapper figure for the evening in a navy blue velvet tuxedo jacket which he teamed with a black bow tie, white shirt and black trousers.

The England star appeared in good spirits as he took to the stage to accept his award in the French capital.

Meanwhile, Jennifer Hermoso, who was involved in a kissing scandal after winning the World Cup with Spain last year, posed on the red carpet in a purple metallic suit.

She won the Socrates Trophy for the most involved player in social and charity projects.

Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho looked dapper in a black suit as he cozied up to glamorous partner Eva Garcia.

It comes after the actress received the Deauville 2024 Talent Award at the Deauville American Film Festival last month.

Natalie started her career when she was accidentally spotted by a cop in a pizza restaurant.

England football captain Harry Kane received the Gerd Muller Trophy for best striker during the ceremony

Harry cut a very dapper figure for the evening in a navy blue velvet tuxedo jacket which he teamed with a black bow tie, white shirt and black trousers

Natalie cinched her slim frame with a matching floral belt as she posed up a storm for photos on the red carpet

The Black Swan star elevated her body with a pair of sky-high heels and accessorized with statement dazzling silver floral rings

Natalie styled her short brunette locks in neat waves and completed her evening ensemble with a glamorous makeup palette

Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho looked dapper as he cozied up to glamorous partner Eva Garcia

The winger looked dapper in a black tuxedo, while Eva stunned in a glittering long-sleeved dress

Jennifer Hermoso, who was involved in a kissing scandal after winning the World Cup with Spain last year, posed on the red carpet

She won the Socrates Trophy for the most involved player in social and charity projects

She turned heads in a purple metallic quilted blazer and matching skinny pants

She got her big break alongside Britney Spears when they were chosen to serve as understudies for future theater star Laura Bell Bundy in the Off-Broadway musical Ruthless! in 1992.

Her film debut came in the form of playing a young protégé in 1994’s Léon: The Professional, opposite future Harry Potter star Gary Oldman.

After playing the title role of the tragic Holocaust victim in critically acclaimed Broadway series The Diary of Anne Frank as a teenager, she was cast as Padmé Amidala in Star Wars.

Her transition to adult stardom came with roles in Closer, Black Swan and Jackie and the award served as a recognition of her longevity in Hollywood.

When it was announced that the My Blueberry Nights star had been chosen for the honour, festival bosses noted that her versatility was the reason behind it.

A representative said: ‘All these roles are characterized by her ambivalent presence, a mix of strength and vulnerability’

“Throughout her journey, she has proven her ability to portray all types of characters with depth and accuracy.”

Natalie was also given a special beach changing room on the Promenade des Plances during the 50th anniversary of the film festival.

She opted for a smart suit as she posed in honor of her new honor, which had her name on it.

Victoria donned a beautiful white tutu as she took to the stage to perform on pointe

Lamine Yamal received the Kopa Trophy

Former footballer Didier Drogba presented the evening in a white suit

Inter Milan footballer Yann Sommer cut a dapper figure in a black suit as he posed with glamorous wife Alina