Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 12, 2025 · Entertainment

Chris Hemsworth’s Star-Studded Ibiza Birthday Bash: Elsa Pataky Distant in Byron Bay

Chris Hemsworth rang in his 42nd birthday in style on Monday - partying with a glittering entourage of A-list friends in the sunny paradise of Ibiza, seemingly without his wife Elsa Pataky, who was seen shopping at a local Coles on Friday

Chris Hemsworth Rings in 42nd Birthday with Epic Ibiza Bash, But Where's Elsa?

The Thor star celebrated his milestone birthday in style over the weekend, surrounded by A-list friends and a luxury yacht on the sparkling waters of Ibiza. But as Chris and his entourage partied into the night, there was one very important person noticeably absent from the festivities: his wife, Elsa Pataky.

While Elsa stayed behind in Australia, running errands and keeping a low profile, her husband was living it up with the likes of Liam and Luke Hemsworth, Matt Damon, Rita Ora, Taika Waititi, Patrick Whitesell, and Pia Whitesell. The group enjoyed a lavish lunch at Casa Jondal, a celebrity hotspot on the island, followed by a sunset cruise on a luxury boat.

The Thor star appeared to be having the time of his life as he celebrated with a lunch at celebrity hotspot Casa Jondal and a cruise on a luxury boat with a star-studded guest list, including brothers Liam and Luke Hemsworth, Matt Damon, pop sensation Rita Ora and her husband, director Taika Waititi, and Patrick and Pia Whitesell

As the birthday boy soaked up the party vibes, Chris was seen showcasing his impressive fitness skills with some martial arts moves while aboard the yacht. He even managed to squeeze in some quality time with his brother Liam, exchanging banter and laughter with the group. Meanwhile, Rita Ora was spotted flashing her curves in a bikini, clearly enjoying the festivities alongside Matt Damon.

But despite being thousands of miles away from his wife, Chris still managed to feel the love. Elsa took to social media on Monday, sharing a heartfelt birthday tribute to her husband, complete with a throwback photo of them embracing. "Happy Birthday to my Rocky Balboa," she wrote. "You're the best of the best."

The couple's 12-year marriage has been put to the test this summer, as they spent most of it apart. Elsa was in Spain filming her new TV series, Matices, while Chris was traveling extensively, even attending the final day of Wimbledon without his wife. The Thor star also enjoyed a beachside escape in Hossegor, France, with his personal trainer and best mate Luke Zocchi.

Dressed casually in a T-shirt and matching shirt, black shorts, and aviator sunglasses, Chris looked in good spirits as he soaked up the party atmosphere

Their reunion came later that month when they teamed up for Chris's new National Geographic series, Limitless: Live Better Now, in London. But it seems their separate holidays have taken a toll on the couple, with insiders hinting at tension between them.

As we all know, marriage is a journey, not a destination – and it looks like the Hemsworths are navigating some choppy waters right now. But despite the distance and lack of celebration together, Chris's birthday bash was undoubtedly an epic affair that will be remembered for years to come.

The couple has made Byron Bay their home in recent years, after relocating from Los Angeles nine years ago. The picturesque coastal town in Australia has become a haven for A-listers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. And it seems Chris and Elsa are no exception – but will they be able to navigate their marriage through the ups and downs of Hollywood fame?

At one point, Chris was seen showcasing his incredible fitness by practising some martial arts moves with friends while aboard the luxury yacht

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The mother-of-three looked somewhat downcast while running her errands on Friday as she ferried a box of produce from the shops to her car and took what appeared to be a tense phone call

The atmosphere was electric as Chris and his famous friends enjoyed the ultimate birthday bash amid the sparkling waters and warm Ibiza breeze

Dressed casually in a white tee, black shorts, and aviator sunglasses, Chris looked relaxed and joyful, clearly soaking up the Mediterranean sunshine

The group enjoyed lunch at celebrity hotspot Casa Jondal before boarding the boat

Although Elsa, 49, did not accompany her husband at the celebration, she did share a sweet birthday tribute to him on social media on Monday, his actual birthday