Nicole Kidman is experiencing a significant professional resurgence as she approaches her 60s, marked by a series of high-profile projects and a continued commitment to championing female creatives in Hollywood. This period of intense activity follows a personal shift, including her divorce from country music star Keith Urban in January 2026 after 19 years of marriage.
Kidman is currently featured in the third season of Taylor Sheridan's "Lioness" on Paramount+, is filming the thriller "Discretion" for the same platform, and will reprise her role in HBO's "Nine Perfect Strangers." She also serves as the face of Chanel. Her appearance at a Chanel show in Paris in October 2025, shortly after her divorce announcement, garnered attention, with Kidman accompanied by her daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret.
Despite professional successes, Kidman has faced industry scrutiny. A source noted that the film "Practical Magic 2," in which Kidman stars alongside Sandra Bullock, was met with criticism despite its opening weekend box office performance, which was comparable to that of Brad Pitt's "Heart of the Beast." The source suggested that such reviews highlight a continued struggle for Hollywood to take women-led projects seriously. "Practical Magic 2" has grossed $105 million worldwide, while "Heart of the Beast" has reached $156 million.
Kidman has long been an advocate for women in film, having pledged in 2017 to work with a female director at least once every 18 months. Industry insiders report she has collaborated with 67 female directors across film, television, and shorts as an actor and producer. "As a woman in this industry, if you have a little power, if you have the chance to get something greenlit, if you have the chance to say who you want to direct it, if you go, 'I want a female to do this,' that will help," Kidman stated in 2018.
Her frequent collaborator, director Susanne Bier, described Kidman to British Vogue as "the ultimate seducer," noting her "incredibly enticing energy." Kidman's recent cultural impact is also reflected in the viral hit song "Nicole Kidman" by Adéla. Ethan Alter, deputy editor of Gold Derby, observed that Kidman "has long displayed a keen understanding of how modern celebrity is a bigger job than mere movie stardom," referencing her embrace of television and social media.
The actress has navigated a challenging personal year, including the finalization of her divorce from Urban. The split, which reportedly surprised Kidman and left her devastated, has led to her having sole custody of their daughters, Sunday Rose, now 18, and Faith Margaret, 15. Kidman has spoken about the need to adjust and adapt to unforeseen life changes.
Despite these personal challenges, Kidman has maintained a strong professional presence. Friends have described her as resilient, noting her commitment to work even during difficult times, such as promoting her Amazon Prime show "Scarpetta" amid her divorce.
Her eldest daughter, Sunday Rose, has begun a modeling career, appearing on the cover of German Vogue and acknowledging the opportunities she's been given. Faith Margaret has accompanied her mother to public events, including fashion shows. Kidman's circle of friends includes Reese Witherspoon and Laura Dern, and her home base remains Nashville, Tennessee, where her family is her top priority.