The actress Nicole Kidman celebrates 57 today
Kidman’s Hollywood breakthrough came in the early 1990s with roles in high-profile films including “Days of Thuder,” Far and Away” and “Batman Forever”
The actress Nicole Kidman celebrates 57 today
The actress Nicole Kidman was born Nicole Mary Kidman was born on June 20, 1967, in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA, while her Australian parents were temporarily in the United States on educational visas. Raised primarily in Sydney, Australia, Kidman displayed an early interest in acting and began studying ballet and drama during her childhood.
Kidman started her acting career in Australian film and television in the early 1980s. Her first major breakthrough came with the 1983 Australian film “Bush Christmas.” However, it was her role in the 1989 thriller “Dead Calm” that brought her international recognition. The film showcased her talent and versatility, leading to her first major Hollywood role.
Kidman’s Hollywood breakthrough came in the early 1990s with roles in high-profile films. She starred opposite Tom Cruise in “Days of Thunder” (1990), which marked the beginning of her rise to stardom and also led to her marriage to Cruise in 1990. Throughout the 1990s, Kidman took on a variety of roles, demonstrating her range as an actress.
Some notable films from this period include “Far and Away” (1992) where she reunited with Tom Cruise in this epic romantic adventure, the blockbuster “Batman Forever” (1995), playing the role of Dr. Chase Meridian, “To Die For” (1995), a critically acclaimed performance that earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress and “Eyes Wide Shut” (1999), the final film of director Stanley Kubrick where once again she starred alongside Tom Cruise.
The 2000s marked a period of critical acclaim for Kidman. Her portrayal of Virginia Woolf in “The Hours” (2002) won her the Academy Award for Best Actress. Other significant films during this period include “Moulin Rouge!” (2001), a musical that earned her another Academy Award nomination, the war drama “Cold Mountain” (2003), “The Others” (2001) and “Dogville” (2003).
In the following years, Kidman continued to work in both mainstream and independent films, earning praise for her performances in movies like “The Golden Compass” (2007), “Australia” (2008), and “Rabbit Hole” (2010) that earned her another Academy Award nomination.
Nicole Kidman was married to Tom Cruise from 1990 to 2001. The couple adopted two children, Isabella and Connor, during their marriage. In 2006, Kidman married country music star Keith Urban. They have two daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret. Kidman’s personal life, particularly her high-profile marriages and family, has often been in the public eye.
Turning 56 years old today, Nicole Kidman continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. She has received widespread acclaim for her roles in recent television series such as “Big Little Lies” (2017-2019), for which she won an Emmy Award, and “The Undoing” (2020). Kidman remains active in both film and television, and upcoming projects. Beyond her acting prowess, Kidman is known for her philanthropic efforts and dedication to various causes, including children’s welfare and women’s rights.
Watch a recent video of Nicole Kidman accepting the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2024
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