In a surprisingly candid revelation, Nicole Kidman has shared the stark contrast between how her two eldest children and her younger daughters perceive her Hollywood stardom. The Oscar-winning actress confessed that her younger children with husband Keith Urban have no concept of her global fame.
The 56-year-old star, who shares Sunday Rose, 15, and Faith Margaret, 13, with country singer Keith Urban, made the poignant admission during a recent interview. "My younger ones don't even know I'm an actor," Kidman revealed, highlighting the vastly different upbringing they've experienced compared to her older children.
A Tale of Two Childhoods
Kidman's older children, Isabella, 31, and Connor, 29, whom she adopted during her marriage to Tom Cruise, grew up amidst the glare of Hollywood spotlight. "They were born into that life," she explained, noting how they were constantly surrounded by the trappings of celebrity from their earliest days.
In stark contrast, Sunday and Faith have been raised away from the Hollywood hustle, primarily in Nashville, Tennessee. This deliberate choice has created what Kidman describes as a "completely different" childhood experience for her younger daughters.
The Price of Privacy
The Being the Ricardos actress has been fiercely protective of her younger children's privacy throughout their lives. She and Urban have consistently shielded them from public view, rarely sharing photos or details about their upbringing.
This protective approach appears to have paid off in unexpected ways. While Kidman finds the situation "sweet," there's an undeniable melancholy in her voice when discussing how her professional achievements remain unknown to her own children.
A Mother's Reflection
Kidman's revelation offers a rare glimpse into the complex reality of balancing global stardom with motherhood. The actress, who continues to take on demanding roles while maintaining her family life, seems to have found a delicate balance that keeps her grounded.
Despite the success and recognition that comes with her Oscar-winning career, it's clear that for Kidman, being simply "mom" to her younger daughters matters more than any Hollywood accolade.
