Nicole Kidman

“I think someone said my career defies all logic [laughs]. Because I choose the sort of strange little films, and somehow they're the things that make my career.” Is an American-born Australian actress known for her considerable range and versatility as well as for her glamorous looks and cool demeanour. Kidman’s career spans over three decades and is marked by her exceptional talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft. She started acting in Australian television and film and gained early recognition with her role in the television miniseries Vietnam (1987) and the film Bushfire (1987). Her role in the Australian film Dead Calm (1989) brought her international attention. Kidman made her American film debut opposite Tom Cruise in Days of Thunder (1990). The film marked the start of her high-profile career in Hollywood. A few years later, she starred as Dr. Chase Meridian in the superhero film Batman Forever (1995), further solidifying her presence in the U.S. film industry. Her most notable film roles includes her portrayal of Satine in the musical film Moulin Rouge! (2001) wich earned her widespread acclaim and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress. The film showcased her singing abilities and solidified her status as a leading actress. In The Others (2001), the critically acclaimed horror film, Kidman played a mother living in a haunted house. Her performance was noted for its emotional intensity and depth. Kidman received the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Virginia Woolf in The Hours (2002). The film also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. In 2003, Kidman starred alongside Jude Law and Renée Zellweger in Cold Mountain (2003), further demonstrating her range and earning additional acclaim. Her career is equally successful on television with titles such as Big Little Lies (2017-2019), The Undoing (2020) and Nine Perfect Strangers (2021).