‘Keep A Finger Sort Of In’: Nicole Kidman On How Her Mother Helped Her To Continue In Hollywood

As a fervent admirer of Nicole Kidman‘s illustrious career and personal journey, I am consistently amazed by her resilience and determination. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the wisdom that comes from listening to those who care for us deeply.

When Nicole Kidman became a mother to her eldest daughter for the very first time, she was on the verge of leaving her acting career behind. Yet, the renowned star of “Eyes Wide Shut” reminisced about her mom being instrumental in persuading her to continue her journey in Hollywood.

2008 marked a significant change in Nicole Kidman’s life when she relocated to Nashville and became a mother to her daughter with renowned country artist, Keith Urban. In an interview with CBS News, the actress known for her role in The Lion shared that she was on the verge of retiring from acting and intended to devote all her time to nurturing her new family.

In an interview, Kidman said something along the lines of, “When my son Sunday Kidman-Urban was born, I felt like, ‘I believe I’ve accomplished what I set out to do.’

After remembering the period when she resided on a farm, Anne Meara (the actress from A Family Affair) recounted how her mom advised her, “Don’t abandon all hope; maintain some connection.” Despite this advice, Nicole Kidman expressed her uncertainty about continuing in films. In response, her mother urged her to persist and said, “Keep progressing.

Later on, the actress from The Perfect Couple added that her mother advised her not to abandon her efforts entirely, rather than maintaining the current intensity of her actions.

Based on the counsel from her mother, Nicole Kidman earned her third Oscar nomination by playing a lead role in the 2010 film “Rabbit Hole.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but imagine myself saying, “In the years to come, I’d be thrilled to see Nicole Kidman grace the silver screen in remarkable films like Just Go With It, Hemmingway & Gellhorn, Stoker, and The Railway Man. What a treat for movie lovers everywhere!

The actress from The Golden Compass shared that the wise counsel she received originated from a woman, a mother, who hailed from a generation with fewer opportunities than herself.

Next up, you’ll find Nicole Kidman starring in the thrilling film “Babygirl,” produced by A24. This chilling movie is scheduled for release on Christmas Day, where Kidman will share the screen with Harris Dickinson.

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2024-12-16 16:52