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Check out the top ten memorable moments from Nicole Kidman's career that showcase her talent, charm, and advocacy, from her iconic performances to her heartfelt speeches and unique quirks.

Welcome to a celebration of Nicole Kidman, one of Hollywood's most beloved actresses. We will explore ten unforgettable moments from her illustrious career that have won over the hearts of millions. From her dazzling performances to her candid moments on screen, Kidman has consistently demonstrated her versatility and charm.

10. Clapping Back at Giada De Laurentiis

In May 2017, Nicole Kidman appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, where she found herself in a cooking segment with celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis. The segment began with De Laurentiis making a snide remark about Kidman's cooking skills, prompting an eye roll from the actress. Kidman later humorously critiqued De Laurentiis' focaccia, saying it was a bit hard to keep down. This playful exchange showcased Kidman's ability to handle criticism with grace and humor.

9. The Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend Scene

Kidman solidified her status as a versatile actress with her performance as Satine in Moulin Rouge. One of her most memorable moments was her rendition of "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend," a classic jazz number. Despite suffering a knee injury during filming, Kidman delivered a flawless performance, twirling and captivating the audience with her charm and dedication.

8. The Chanel No. 5 Commercial

In 2004, Kidman starred in a lavish Chanel No. 5 commercial directed by Baz Luhrmann, which became one of the most expensive ads ever made, with a budget of $33 million. The ad featured Kidman as a glamorous star escaping the paparazzi, and her effortless charm made the commercial a standout piece that set the standard for future fashion advertisements.

7. The Seal Clapping at the Oscars

At the 2017 Oscars, Kidman became an internet sensation due to her unique clapping style, which resembled a seal trying to clap its flippers together. This moment, which occurred while she was applauding for Moonlight, sparked a flurry of memes. Kidman later explained that she was trying to protect her expensive ring, turning an awkward moment into a quirky highlight of the night.

6. The 1997 Oscars Red Carpet Look

In 1997, Kidman made a stunning appearance at the Oscars in a chartreuse Christian Dior dress that upstaged her then-husband Tom Cruise. The gown was hailed as one of the most influential Oscar gowns ever, showcasing Kidman's refined style and elegance. Despite some criticism, including Joan Rivers calling the color ugly, Kidman's fashion choice remains iconic.

5. The Courtroom Scene from Big Little Lies

Kidman's return to television in Big Little Lies earned her an Emmy Award for her role as Celeste Wright. One of the standout moments was a tense courtroom scene where she faced off against Meryl Streep's character. Kidman's powerful performance conveyed deep emotion and showcased her acting prowess, winning the hearts of viewers.

4. Her 2017 Emmys Acceptance Speech

When Kidman won her first Emmy for Big Little Lies, she used her acceptance speech to address the issue of domestic violence. Fighting back tears, she highlighted the importance of her character's story and thanked her family for their support. Her heartfelt words resonated with many, proving her commitment to using her platform for advocacy.

3. The 2015 Tonight Show Appearance

In a memorable 2015 appearance on The Tonight Show, Kidman recounted an awkward encounter with host Jimmy Fallon that could have changed everything. She had a crush on him and thought they were going on a date, but Fallon was unaware and believed it was a chemistry read for her movie Bewitched. This humorous revelation made for an entertaining segment and showcased Kidman's relatable side.

2. The AMC Theaters Commercial

In 2021, Kidman starred in an AMC Theaters commercial that became a cultural phenomenon. The ad reminded audiences of the magic of cinema, resonating deeply with moviegoers during the pandemic. Its melodramatic narration and cinematic direction turned it into a viral sensation, with audiences quoting it in theaters.

1. Pledge to Work with Female Directors

In 2017, Kidman made a bold pledge to work with at least one female director every 18 months to combat gender disparity in Hollywood. As of February 2025, she has collaborated with 19 women directors, far exceeding her initial goal. This commitment has led to remarkable projects, including the second season of Big Little Lies and the Netflix miniseries The Perfect Couple. Kidman's dedication to uplifting female filmmakers is a testament to her influence in the industry.

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Nicole Kidman's career is filled with moments that highlight her talent, charm, and advocacy. From her iconic performances to her heartfelt speeches, she continues to inspire and entertain audiences around the world. What is your favorite Nicole Kidman moment?

Πρωταγωνιστεί σε τρεις ταινίες φέτος. Συζητά για τα γυρίσματα του «The White Lotus», κάνοντας φάρσες με τον Άνταμ Σκοτ ​​και ότι βρίσκεται στα γυρίσματα του «Parks and Recreation» με την Amy Poehler.

 Μοιράζεται επίσης τις σκέψεις της για την ένταξη στο Κινηματογραφικό Σύμπαν της Marvel με το "Agatha All Along", στα γυρίσματα της νέας της ταινίας "Megalopolis" και του χαρακτήρα της στο "My Old Ass".

Πάντα απολαυστική.

Ο Sean Penn και η Dakota Johnson συνομιλούν με τον Kevin Frazier του ET στο Λος Άντζελες για το πώς η φιλία τους οδήγησε στη νέα τους ταινία, «Daddio». 

Οι συμπρωταγωνιστές μιλούν επίσης για το τι να περιμένουμε από την ταινία, η οποία είναι για μια γυναίκα που κάνει μια βόλτα με ταξί από το αεροδρόμιο JFK στη Νέα Υόρκη και συνομιλεί με τον ταξιτζή για τις σημαντικές σχέσεις στη ζωή τους. 

Sean Penn and Dakota Johnson chat with ET's Kevin Frazier in Los Angeles about how their friendship led to their new film, 'Daddio.' The co-stars also open up about what to expect from the film, which is about a woman taking a cab ride from the JFK airport to New York City and engaging in a conversation with the taxi driver about the important relationships in their lives. 

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Jennifer Connelly walks us through her legendary career, discussing her roles in 'Once Upon a Time in America,' 'Labyrinth,' 'Requiem for a Dream,' 'A Beautiful Mind,' 'Shelter,' 'Top Gun: Maverick,' 'Dark Matter' and more.

'Dark Matter' is now streaming on Apple TV+.

00:00 Jennifer Connelly

00:36 Once Upon a Time in America

02:52 Labyrinth 

04:55 Requiem for a Dream

07:33 A Beautiful Mind

09:21 House of Sand and Fog

10:21 Shelter

11:32 Top Gun: Maverick

13:31 Dark Matter

Lea Katherine Thompson is an American actress and director.She is best known for her role as Lorraine Baines-McFly in the Back to the Future film trilogy and  Beverly Switzler in Howard the Duck.

In this video, we take a look at the career of an actress and try to understand what happened to Lea Thompson's career.

Lea Thompson is known for the films:  Howard the Duck , All the Right Moves , Red Dawn , Some Kind of Wonderful , Dennis the Menace  and The Beverly Hillbillies (1993). In the 1990s, she played the title character in the NBC sitcom Caroline in the City.

Η Millie Bobby Brown, η ηθοποιός του «Stranger Things» και ο αρραβωνιαστικός της Τζέικ Μποντζιόβι είναι επίσημα παντρεμένοι, σύμφωνα με πολλά μέσα. 

Το People αναφέρει ότι οι δυο τους είπαν "I do" σε μια γαμήλια τελετή μέσα στον Μάιο. Σύμφωνα με τη The Sun, η οικεία γιορτή έλαβε χώρα στις Ηνωμένες Πολιτείες και ο διάσημος μπαμπάς του Τζέικ, Τζον Μπον Τζόβι και οι γονείς της Μίλι ήταν μεταξύ εκείνων που ήταν μάρτυρες του μυστηρίου.

 "Σχεδιάζουν μια μεγαλύτερη τελετή στις ΗΠΑ αργότερα αυτό το έτος, αλλά τώρα έχουν παντρευτεί νόμιμα και έχουν κάνει όλα τα χαρτιά. Ήταν μια πολύ χαμηλών τόνων, ρομαντική σχέση με την πιο στενή οικογένειά τους μαζί τους, όπως είπαν τους όρκους τους». Η Access Hollywood έχει επικοινωνήσει με τους αντιπροσώπους της Millie για να σχολιάσουν τις αναφορές.

It looks like Millie Bobby Brown has secretly tied the knot! The "Stranger Things" actress and her fiancé Jake Bongiovi are officially married, according to multiple outlets. People reports that the two said "I do" in a wedding ceremony earlier in May. According to The Sun, the intimate celebration took place in the United States, and Jake's famous dad Jon Bon Jovi and Millie's parents were among those at there to witness the moment. A source told the outlet, "They are planning a bigger ceremony in the US later this year but now they have legally married and done all the paperwork. It was a very low-key, romantic affair with their closest family with them as they said their vows." Access Hollywood has reached out to reps for Millie for comment on the reports.

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Who knew Jennifer Lopez made such an impact on Sterling K. Brown’s life! The two star alongside Simu Liu in “Atlas” and while revealing their first impressions of each other, the “This Is Us” alum confessed to Access Hollywood that JLo’s first song almost ended his relationship with now-wife Ryan Michelle Bathe. “I’ve told an anecdote about how [her] song almost ended a relationship,” he told Access. “It was with my wife, actually. 

But we broke up for like three and a half years,” he added to Jennifer’s surprise. “No! Oh, I didn’t know it was your wife!” JLo exclaimed. The “American Fiction” star joked a JLo song didn’t bring them back together but clarifies they are good now. The fun anecdotes didn’t stop there! While chatting with Access, JLO and Sterling also revealed the fun nickname they gave Simu after seeing him play a villain in the film. “Atlas” streams on Netflix May 24.

0:00 - First Impressions of Each Other

0:47 - How Jennifer Lopez Almost Ended Sterling K. Brown's Relationship

2:38 - Most Shocking Stunts in "Atlas"

3:58 - Jennifer Lopez's Reaction to "Atlas"

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Life in the limelight | 0:00

Traveling Pants | 1:09

An awkward youth | 2:12

Gossip Girl | 3:14

The Lonely Island | 4:25

Blake and Ryan | 5:25

The Shallows | 6:20

If adventure has a name… | 7:18

Breaking the golden rule | 8:26

The Taylor Swift connection | 9:22

Nicole Kidman saw the custom Balenciaga gown she wore to the Met Gala in a photo taken by the late Richard Avedon: "I wanted to work with him... and it's a big regret."

Millie Bobby Brown celebrates her fiancé Jake Bongiovi’s 22nd birthday by sharing adorable moments from throughout their three-year relationship. The ‘Stranger Things’ actress recently told Jimmy Fallon how he proposed while diving on vacation.

Kim Kardashian arrives at the 2024 Met Gala in New York City showing off a teeny-tiny waist, gray cardigan and long blonde hair to celebrate the Costume Institute's new exhibition: "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."

Kim Kardashian isn't letting anything bring her down! The beauty mogul was one of many reality stars, comedians and athletes who came together on Sunday to roast Tom Brady on the 'Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady' Netflix special. 

As Kim took the stage, she was booed while addressing Kevin Hart, who also roasted Tom at the event. During Kim’s set, she poked fun at many people before she finally addressed her rumored romance with Tom for the first time.

Sydney Sweeney takes a break from blonde! The 'Euphoria' star debuts a black bob at Met Gala 2024, themed ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,' benefiting the Met's Costume Institute. Sydney steps out in a Miu Miu gown.