Nicole Kidman made a striking entrance at the 2024 Gotham Awards, where she is nominated for Outstanding Lead Performance for her role in Babygirl.
The Oscar-winning actress, 57, appeared fresh-faced as she arrived at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City on Monday.
Dressed in a breathtaking black gown that accentuated her figure, Nicole embodied the essence of Hollywood glamour.
Her blonde locks framed her youthful face beautifully, and her poised demeanor radiated confidence and sophistication.
In Babygirl, Kidman portrays a married executive entangled in a complicated affair with a younger intern, a role that highlights her ability to delve into complex characters.
The Gotham Awards have embraced gender-neutral categories since 2021, and this year, Kidman competes against an impressive lineup of nominees for Outstanding Lead Performance, including Pamela Anderson in The Last Showgirl, Demi Moore in The Substance, Colman Domingo in Sing Sing, Saoirse Ronan in The Outrun, Justice Smith in I Saw The TV Glow, Keith Kupferer in Ghostlight, Mikey Madison in Anora, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste in Hard Truths.
Nicole Kidman made a striking entrance at the 2024 Gotham Awards , where she is nominated for Outstanding Lead Performance for her role in Babygirl
The Oscar-winning actress, 57, appeared fresh-faced as she arrived at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City on Monday
Pamela, the 57-year-old Baywatch icon, embraced her natural beauty, continuing her makeup-free journey.
Draped in a stunning gold strapless gown, the Canadian actress exuded Hollywood glamour.
The ensemble featured an oversized bow and a sweeping train, perfectly complementing her signature platinum blonde locks, which cascaded freely around her shoulders.
In The Last Showgirl, Anderson portrays a veteran Las Vegas performer navigating the twilight of her career, a role that has garnered significant critical acclaim.
The film, written by Kate Gersten, features an impressive ensemble cast including Jamie Lee Curtis as Shelly’s best friend, Dave Bautista as the show’s producer.
Brenda Song, Kiernan Shipka, and Billie Lourd play supporting roles.
Anderson’s performance has garnered critical acclaim, earning her the Marquee Award at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival.
The 34th Annual Gotham Awards marks the official kickoff of the 2024-2025 awards season.
Dressed in a breathtaking black gown that accentuated her figure, Nicole cut a youthful figure and embodied the essence of Hollywood glamour
In Babygirl, Kidman portrays a married executive entangled in a complicated affair with a younger intern, a role that highlights her ability to delve into complex characters
Her blonde locks framed her youthful face beautifully, while her poised demeanor exuded confidence and sophistication
Pamela, the 57-year-old Baywatch icon, embraced her natural beauty, continuing her makeup-free journey
Draped in a stunning gold strapless gown, the Canadian actress exuded Hollywood glamour, as the ensemble featured an oversized bow and a sweeping train
In The Last Showgirl, Anderson portrays a veteran Las Vegas performer navigating the twilight of her career, a role that has garnered significant critical acclaim
This year’s event introduces two new competitive categories: Best Director, which is being presented for the first time, and the return of the Breakthrough Performer award.
The nominations highlight a diverse range of independent films, with Anora leading the pack with four nominations, followed by I Saw the TV Glow and Nickel Boys with three nominations each.
Special tribute awards will be presented to several industry luminaries, including Denis Villeneuve receiving the Director Tribute for Dune: Part Two and Angelina Jolie receiving the Performer Tribute for Maria.
The awards, presented by the Gotham Film & Media Institute, celebrate and nurture independent film and media creators, providing crucial recognition for emerging and established talent.
The Gotham Awards follows a poignant revelation about Kidman’s determination to mend relationships with her two older children, in the wake of her mother Janelle’s unexpected passing in September.
Reports suggest the actress is deeply saddened that her late mother never had the opportunity to reconnect with Isabella and Connor, the adopted children from her marriage to Tom Cruise.
A family friend confided to New Idea magazine, ‘Losing her mum has made Nicole not want to waste any more time. It hurt Janelle that she and husband Antony were estranged from [Isabella and Connor].’
Kidman and Cruise adopted Isabella, 31, and Connor, 29, in the early 90s.
Zendaya stunned in a white gown for the event
The Euphoria star struck a pose like a pro on the red carpet as she looked like she stepped off the runway
Angelina Jolie showed off her quirky fashion sense in a black ensemble
Zoe Kravitz channeled Old Hollywood in her couture
Demi Moore looked regal in her deep purple gown
However, following their 2001 divorce, the children aligned with their father, and haven’t been seen publicly with Kidman since 2007.
‘They were their first two grandchildren and were once very close. It was a deep regret that they were unable to see her in person before she died,’ the source added, noting that this regret is ‘fuelling her need for a proper reconciliation.’
Kidman has four children: Bella and Connor with Cruise, and daughters Sunday, 16, and Faith, 13, with her current husband Keith Urban.
Her beloved mother Janelle died in September, just hours before Nicole was awarded Best Actress for her role in Babygirl on the final day of Venice Film Festival.
Jessica Chastain turned heads in her figure-hugging dress
Aubrey Plaza glittered in a gold gown and matching heels
Saoirse Ronan’s cold-shoulder number was the talk of the town as Julia Stiles gave her a run for her money
‘Today I arrived in Venice to find out shortly after, that my beautiful, brave mother has just passed,’ Nicole revealed in a statement read by director Halina Reijn upon her win.
‘I am in shock and I have to go to my family, but this award is for her, she shaped me, guided and made me.
‘I am beyond grateful I get to say her name to all of you through Halina, the collision of life and art is heart-breaking, and my heart is broken. We love you all.’
One week later, Nicole broke her silence and made a heart-wrenching Instagram statement alongside several never-before-seen photos of the matriarch.
In her post, the Perfect Couple star thanked her millions of fans and supporters for expressing their condolences during their time of grieving.
‘My sister and I along with our family want to thank you for the outpouring of love and kindness we have felt this week,’ Nicole wrote in the joint statement.
‘Every message we have received from those who loved and admired our Mother has meant more to us than we will ever be able to express.
‘Thank you from our whole family for respecting our privacy.’
Rachel Brosnahan was the moment in her grand gown
Natasha Lyonne dazzled in her metallic gown
Lea Thompson’s daughter Zoey Deutch was all about stripes as Molly Ringwald sparkled in metallic black
Chloe Sevigny gave a leggy display with her mini dress
Danielle Deadwyler served glamour in a sparking gown
Elle Fanning stunned in a simple green ensemble
Shailene Woodley rocked a silver mini dress
Anora’s Mikey Madison made a striking entrance
Katia Washington rocked a funky tuxedo trench coat
Bella Ramsey kept it casually chic
Coleman Domingo was the moment in his striped suit
Sebastian Stan cut a dapper figure while Kieran Culkin followed suit
John David Washington looked handsome in his deep purple suit
Oscar Isaac was all about the fringe with his jacket
Jesse Eisenberg kept it chic in his suit
Gotham Awards producer Jeffrey Sharp posed with Pamela Anderson
Demi looked incredible on the red carpet
Kidman has always shared a deep bond with her beloved mother, Janelle, frequently acknowledging her support and influence throughout her career.
Born in Hawaii, Nicole was raised in Sydney by Janelle and her father, Antony, a psychologist who passed away in September 2014.
After spending some time in the United States, Nicole and her younger sister Antonia spent much of their childhood in Sydney, where she developed her passion for acting as a teenager, encouraged by both parents as she rose to global fame.
Throughout her career, Nicole often turned to her mother for advice, reflecting their close relationship.
She also had a strong bond with her father Antony, whose sudden death left her heartbroken. Nicole has previously shared that the unexpected loss of her father and other significant losses have profoundly impacted her life.
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