nicole kidman dispels long-held myth of iconic photo moment
In a recent interview, Nicole Kidman clarified rumours about the famous photograph that, for years, was seen as a symbol of her joy following her divorce from Tom Cruise.
19 November 2024 11:19
In an interview for the British "GQ Men of the Year," Nicole Kidman referred to the iconic 2001 photo showing her with raised arms and a wide smile. It was said to be the actress's reaction to her divorce from Tom Cruise. "That's not true. It was from a film. It wasn't real life. I know that photo!" she said.
With that, the actress dispelled the long-standing myth that the photograph was taken after her divorce from the star. Nicole did not reveal from which film the picture was taken, but her explanation puts an end to the speculation.
The photo, where Kidman is dressed in a patterned blouse, green trousers, and trainers, became an internet meme, a symbol of triumph and freedom. It recently gained popularity when Jenna Dewan shared it on Instagram after her own divorce. For Nicole Kidman, the meme is one of many examples of how people create narratives around her life. The actress approaches this with a sense of humour.
Nicole's private life
Nicole and Tom Cruise were married from 1990 to 2001 and adopted two children: Isabella (31) and Connor (29). After the divorce, Kidman got involved with country musician Keith Urban. The couple married in 2006 and have two daughters: Sunday (16) and Faith (13).
In a recent interview, the actress also shared reflections on family life. "I wake up at 3 AM, crying and catching my breath. Mortality. Bond. Life coming at you and hitting you. And losing parents, raising children, marriage, and everything that makes up being a fully aware human. Life is, ugh," she confessed.
Kidman also referenced another viral moment: the way she clapped at the 2017 Oscars. "I was wearing a huge, heavy borrowed ring and was afraid of damaging it," she explained with a smile. "There's always something more behind the images that go viral, isn't there?"
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