Nicole Kidman
Award-winning Australian actress
Born
June 20th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Australia
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Born in 1967, this actress rose to prominence in the Australian film industry before making a successful transition to Hollywood. She gained recognition for her role in 'Days of Thunder' alongside Tom Cruise. The performance in 'Moulin Rouge!' earned critical acclaim, leading to numerous awards. Other significant works include 'The Hours', for which she received an Academy Award for Best Actress, and the HBO series 'Big Little Lies', which garnered several accolades. The actress has built a reputation for her versatility, appearing in dramas, thrillers, and comedies throughout her career.
Academy Award for Best Actress for 'The Hours'
Starring in 'Moulin Rouge!'
Starring in 'Big Little Lies'
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