Nicole Kidman Actress Date of Birth: 20.06.1967 Country: Australia

Biography of Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman was born on June 20, 1967, in Honolulu, Hawaii, which is the administrative center of the Hawaiian Islands. Although many consider her to be Australian, she is actually of Scottish and Irish descent. Her parents were born in Australia, but had ancestral roots from Scotland and Ireland. Her father worked in scientific research in the field of medicine, while her mother was a teacher at a medical college. In 1970, they welcomed another daughter named Antonia. The family lived in the United States for a while before Nicole turned 4 years old. Her father then obtained a job at the University of Technology, Sydney, and the family relocated to Australia. Nicole spent her childhood and teenage years in Australia, which is why many mistakenly think of her as Australian.

Nicole's mother, a staunch feminist, influenced her upbringing. For example, she never bought Nicole a Barbie doll, believing that its appearance demeaned the dignity of women. She even once admitted that she regretted not having a son. At the age of 4, Nicole started ballet classes and later attended an all-girls high school. However, she had to leave school at a young age due to her mother's illness. Her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, and Nicole took on all the family responsibilities. According to the actress herself, she hated herself during her teenage years. She was tall and thin (175 cm at the age of 13), with fair skin and red hair, and was teased by her classmates.

Nicole's passion for dance led her to the Youth Theatre and later to the Philip Street Theatre, where she not only studied the history of art but also practiced singing. With her innate talent, she easily found an agent and soon landed her first role on stage. In 1983, she made her screen debut in a music video for the singer Pat Wilson. By the age of 15, Nicole was already appearing on television. Her first major film role was Judy in the movie "BMX Bandits" (1983). However, it wasn't until the release of the mini-series "Bangkok Hilton" that critics noticed the talented actress. The rights to the series were purchased by many countries, further boosting Kidman's popularity. After the success of the film "Dead Calm" (1989), which was financed by Warner Bros., Nicole was invited to Hollywood.

During the filming of the movie "Days of Thunder" (1990), Kidman met actor Tom Cruise, and they began a romantic relationship. They didn't wait long and got married on December 24, 1990. They were one of Hollywood's most beloved couples, but unexpectedly separated after starring as a married couple in the film "Eyes Wide Shut" (1999). It is rumored that the controversial film, directed by Stanley Kubrick, also played a role in their relationship, although the couple never confirmed it.

By the time she divorced Tom Cruise in 2001, Nicole Kidman was already a top-tier actress. Her role as Suzanne Stone Maretto in the satirical comedy "To Die For" (1995), for which she won a Golden Globe, contributed to her newfound status. The film "Eyes Wide Shut", directed by Stanley Kubrick, further heightened her popularity. Kidman solidified her success with the role of Satine, a courtesan, in the film "Moulin Rouge!" (2001). She not only demonstrated her brilliant acting skills but also showcased her gymnastic and vocal abilities by performing all the stunts and singing parts herself. Another successful film was the supernatural thriller "The Others" (2001), which earned over $200 million at the box office.

The pinnacle of Nicole Kidman's acting career came with the film "The Hours" (2002), in which she portrayed the complex character of writer Virginia Woolf. With its outstanding ensemble cast, the film became the highlight of 2002, winning numerous awards at international film festivals. Kidman received her first Academy Award, in addition to a Golden Globe and a prize at the Berlin International Film Festival. In 2003, she starred in the most original and unconventional film in cinema history, "Dogville". This psychological drama, directed by Lars von Trier according to the principles of the Dogme 95 movement, garnered significant attention and introduced Kidman to European audiences. While the film received a relatively cool reception in the United States, it achieved cult status in Europe, earning Kidman millions of new fans.

Although Kidman's career didn't decline after "Dogville," she appeared in fewer iconic films. One exception was the epic drama "Cold Mountain" (2003), which grossed $176 million and received seven Academy Award nominations. While filming the movie, Kidman met actor Jude Law, and although they developed a good friendship, the press immediately speculated about a romantic relationship. Law later separated from his wife Sadie Frost, and Kidman was falsely blamed for the breakup. The actress promptly filed a lawsuit and won the case. It is known that Kidman had relationships with actors Toby Maguire, Robbie Williams, and Lenny Kravitz. In 2005, she met musician Keith Urban, whom she married a year later. The celebrity couple has two daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret. Due to an ectopic pregnancy she experienced in her first marriage, Kidman couldn't give birth to her second child, so their daughter was carried by a surrogate mother. However, she is still Nicole and Keith's biological child.

After a few quiet years, Nicole Kidman once again made waves with her portrayal of Grace Kelly in the biographical drama "Grace of Monaco" (2013). Although the film received mixed reviews, it showed that Kidman was far from being written off. In 2016, Kidman played Sue Brierley in the drama film "Lion," based on Saroo Brierley's autobiography "A Long Way Home," for which she was nominated for an Academy Award. In 2017, Kidman won two Emmy Awards as both the best actress in a miniseries or TV movie and as a producer for the series "Big Little Lies." Additionally, in 2017, she starred in the dramatic thriller "The Beguiled," alongside Colin Farrell, Elle Fanning, and Kirsten Dunst.

In late 2018, the film "Aquaman" was released in Russia, with Nicole Kidman playing the role of Atlanna, the mother of the main character played by Jason Momoa. On March 14, 2019, the thriller "Destroyer" was released in Russia, with Nicole Kidman in the lead role. The film had already been presented at several festivals, including the Toronto International Film Festival. Kidman was nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in the film. In 2019, the films "The Goldfinch" and "Bombshell," featuring Kidman, were also released.

In addition to her film career, Kidman has had success in advertising. She is the face of the perfume brand "Chanel No. 5" and the Swiss watch brand "Omega." Nicole Kidman has been repeatedly recognized as one of the most beautiful women on the planet.