Birth: June 20, 1967
Kidman attended Lane Cove Public School and North Sydney Girls’ High School in Sydney, Australia.
Early Life:
Nicole Mary Kidman was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Australian parents. Her father, Antony Kidman, was a biochemist and clinical psychologist, and her mother, Janelle Ann Kidman, was a nursing instructor. Kidman spent her early years in Hawaii before her family moved back to Australia when she was four years old.
Education:
Kidman attended Lane Cove Public School and North Sydney Girls’ High School in Sydney, Australia. She showed an early interest in acting and enrolled in various theater productions during her school years. After high school, she studied at the Victorian College of the Arts in Melbourne, Australia.
Career Beginnings:
Nicole Kidman’s acting career began in Australia, where she appeared in several Australian films and television series in the late 1980s. Her breakthrough role came in the film “Dead Calm” (1989), in which she played a yacht passenger terrorized by a psychopathic killer.
Hollywood Success:
Kidman’s Hollywood breakthrough came with her role in the film “Days of Thunder” (1990), where she co-starred alongside Tom Cruise. She continued to rise to prominence with roles in films such as “Far and Away” (1992) and “Batman Forever” (1995).
Critical Acclaim:
Kidman gained critical acclaim and recognition for her performances in films such as “To Die For” (1995), for which she won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress, and “Moulin Rouge!” (2001), for which she received her first Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
Academy Award Success:
Nicole Kidman won her first Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Virginia Woolf in the film “The Hours” (2002). She received widespread acclaim for her portrayal of the iconic writer, solidifying her status as one of Hollywood’s leading actresses.
Versatility and Range:
Throughout her career, Kidman has showcased her versatility by taking on diverse roles in various genres, including drama, comedy, and thriller. She has demonstrated her ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance, earning praise from audiences and critics alike.
Continued Success:
In addition to her film career, Kidman has also achieved success in television, starring in acclaimed series such as “Big Little Lies” and “The Undoing.” She has received numerous awards and nominations for her work in both film and television, cementing her status as one of the most accomplished actresses of her generation.
Personal Life:
Nicole Kidman was married to actor Tom Cruise from 1990 to 2001. She later married country singer Keith Urban in 2006, with whom she has two daughters. Kidman is also known for her humanitarian work and is actively involved in various charitable causes.
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