Nicole Mary Kidman (born 20 June 1967) is an
Australian and American actress and producer. Known for her work in film and television productions across many genres, she has consistently ranked among the world's highest-paid actresses. She is the recipient of numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and six Golden Globe Awards. She received the New York Film Festival Gala Tribute in 2012 and is the first
Australian actor to receive the AFI Life Achievement Award honor. Kidman began her career in
Australia with the 1983 film
BMX Bandits. Her breakthrough came with lead roles in
Dead Calm and the miniseries Bangkok Hilton (both 1989). She came to international prominence with a supporting role in
Days of Thunder (1990), and soon gained greater recognition with starring parts i...
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