Nicole Kidman Honored with AFI Life Achievement Award
Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman was recently honored with the prestigious AFI Life Achievement Award, where she took the opportunity to express her gratitude towards the directors she has worked with over the years. Despite her deep respect for the job, Kidman revealed that she has no desire to step behind the camera herself.
In a heartfelt speech at the event, Kidman shared her thoughts on directing, stating, “I feel like I would be a terrible director because I always have so many ideas. A director has to make choices, and that’s not my strong suit.” Instead, Kidman expressed her passion for supporting and shining a light on other talents in the industry, particularly through her production company, Blossom Films.
During the tribute event, Kidman emphasized the importance of giving a platform to young and original voices in the industry, stating, “There’s so many more exciting young directors and voices that are completely original and need to be heard, and they have a lot to say. We need to give them a chance to say it and to hear them.”
The star-studded event was attended by industry heavyweights such as Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, and Keith Urban, who came together to honor Kidman’s remarkable career. Reflecting on receiving the award at just 56, Kidman humbly stated, “I’ll take whatever you give me because in terms of the work, I just love doing the work.”
Kidman’s dedication to supporting and uplifting fellow artists was evident throughout the evening, as she expressed her unwavering commitment to championing diverse voices in the entertainment industry.