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In the glittering world of Hollywood, where superhero capes and red carpets often mask the mundane struggles of domestic life, even the God of Thunder isn't immune to a crisis of the heart. Chris Hemsworth, the 42-year-old actor whose portrayal of Thor propelled him to global superstardom, is reportedly facing his most daunting challenge yet: a marriage at breaking point.

After 14 years of marriage to Spanish actress and model Elsa Pataky, 49, insiders suggest the couple is 'teetering on the brink'. The root of the discord appears to be a classic modern-day struggle: the exhausting juggle between a high-octane career and a grounded home life.

With three young children and a decade and a half of history at stake, Hemsworth has reportedly turned to his long-time confidant, Matt Damon, for a masterclass in marital survival.

Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky
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The Distance Dilemma: A Marriage Stretched Thin

While the couple calls Australia home, Hemsworth's career frequently demands his presence in the United States or on remote filming locations across the globe. Meanwhile, Elsa has stayed largely rooted in Australia with their children, though her own projects often whisk her away to Europe.

'Chris is away so much—he's generally shooting in America while Elsa stays in Australia with the kids,' an insider explained. 'They've really drifted apart—everyone in their lives has noticed the crazy passion they used to have is missing.'

The strain isn't defined by explosive rows, but rather a quiet, pervasive sense of being 'off track'. Sources close to the actor say he is at a loss as to how to bridge the growing gap. It is this vulnerability that led him to the door of the The Bourne Identity star. Matt Damon, 55, and his wife Luciana, who have been married since 2005, are seen as the ultimate success story in a town where longevity is rare. Yet, their path wasn't always smooth.

Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky
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Lessons From The Brink: The Damon Masterclass

Matt Damon is reportedly very sympathetic to Hemsworth's plight, primarily because he and Luciana were at 'rock bottom' not that long ago. There was a time when Damon had even stopped wearing his wedding ring, and the rumour mill was in overdrive predicting an imminent split.

However, they managed to pull back from the edge through concerted effort.

'They really worked on things; they did therapy and committed to spending more time together,' a source revealed. 'So it did take effort, but it was worth it.' Damon is now urging Hemsworth to follow a similar blueprint: take a break from the 'crazy routine' and invest in the relationship before it's too late.

With their 15th wedding anniversary fast approaching, Damon has been pushing Hemsworth to carve out time for a romantic holiday, just the two of them. The advice is simple: the smallest gesture, a sign that he is willing to fight for the union, would go a long way with Elsa.

Despite the 'crazy passion' currently being on hiatus, those in their inner circle insist there is still a 'huge amount of love' between them. They just need to find their way back to one another.