Nicole Kidman Opens Up About Mortality, Marriage, and Grief in Candid GQ Interview
Nicole KidmanNicole Kidman, the acclaimed actress known for her roles in films like "Babygirl" and "Big Little Lies", has shared a deeply personal side of her life in a recent interview with GQ. At 57, Kidman finds herself contemplating her mortality, the nuances of marriage, and the profound grief of losing loved ones, emotions that she describes as "crying and gasping" wakes her in the middle of the night.
In the striking photoshoot for British GQ’s Men of the Year 2024 edition, Kidman reflected on the changes she has experienced in her 50s. "Mortality, connection, life coming and hitting you", she recounted, describing the emotional weight of raising her daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, with husband Keith Urban. She also touched upon her complicated relationship with her older children, Bella and Connor, whom she adopted with ex-husband Tom Cruise.
The recent loss of her mother, Janelle, has cast a shadow over Kidman's life, marking a poignant moment as she was on her way to the Venice International Film Festival. "It's a wake-up at 3 a.m. crying and gasping kind of thing. If you're in it and not numbing yourself to it", she said, emphasizing her commitment to living through her grief rather than evading it.
Despite these challenges, Kidman continues to thrive professionally. Her role in "Babygirl", an erotic thriller by Halina Reijn, has not only garnered Oscar buzz but also demanded a great deal from her emotionally and physically. The intensity of her character's involvement in a BDSM-tinged affair left Kidman dealing with nightmares and exhaustion, a testament to her dedication and talent.
As she navigates these personal and professional landscapes, Kidman remains a figure of resilience, representing a journey familiar to many yet uniquely her own. Her reflections remind us of the enduring human spirit that persists through trials of life and love.
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