September 8th 2024.
It's with a heavy heart that Nicole Kidman announces the passing of her beloved mother at the age of 84. The actress, who was set to receive an award at the Venice Film Festival, was devastated by the news. Despite her excitement for the event, Nicole couldn't bring herself to stay and accept the honor. Instead, director Halina Reijn stepped in and accepted the award on her behalf, reading a heartfelt statement from Nicole.
In the statement, Nicole expressed her shock and sorrow over her mother's passing. She lovingly described her as brave and beautiful, and credited her for shaping and guiding her into the person she is today. Nicole's mother, Janelle Anne Kidman, was a nursing instructor in Australia, and Nicole had moved back home to care for her in recent years. The actress dedicated the award to her late mother, acknowledging the impact she had on her life and career.
Nicole's parents had always been her biggest supporters, attending events with her throughout her successful career. They were even there to witness her win her first and only Oscar in 2003. In a 2022 interview, Nicole shared that her parents had moved back home to care for her mother and to be surrounded by their grandchildren. She cherished the opportunity to see the world through her mother's eyes and learn from her wisdom and experience.
Sadly, Nicole's father, Anthony Kidman, passed away in 2014. But Nicole's mother remained a constant presence in her life, even surviving breast cancer when Nicole was just a teenager. The actress described this experience as eye-opening, as it made her aware of the fragility of life and the pain and suffering that can come with it. It was a difficult time for her, but it also fueled her determination to support and help others going through similar challenges.
In honor of her mother's battle with breast cancer, Nicole's then-husband Tom Cruise funded the Women's Reproductive Cancer Center at UCLA. And just last year, her current husband Keith Urban reportedly made a generous donation to the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, where research on breast cancer is being conducted. Nicole and her family continue to honor her mother's memory and the impact she had on their lives.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Nicole's mother and offer our condolences during this difficult time. Losing a loved one is never easy, but we hope that the memories and love shared between Nicole and her mother will bring comfort and peace. If you have a story or memories to share about Nicole's mother, please reach out to us. We would love to hear from you.
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