Natalie Portman is 10 years older than Jake Lloyd.
This significant age difference between the actors became notable during the production of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, where they portrayed Padmé Amidala and Anakin Skywalker, respectively. While Portman was a full decade older than Lloyd, the narrative of the film established only a five-year age difference between their characters, creating a distinct contrast between the actors' real-life ages and their on-screen roles. Despite this, the casting choices were ultimately seen as effective in addressing the film's broader requirements.
