For years, an iconic image of Nicole Kidman seemingly celebrating her divorce from Tom Cruise has circulated the internet, fueling widespread assumptions about her relief following the split. However, the Oscar-winning actress, 57, has now debunked the long-standing myth, calling it a “complete fabrication.”
The Meme That Won’t Die
In a new interview issue, published Monday, Kidman addressed the viral moment. “That’s not true,” she clarified. “It wasn’t me celebrating my divorce. That image is from a movie. It’s not real life. I know the photo you’re talking about!”
The photo, which shows Kidman wearing a patterned blouse, green capri pants, and sneakers with her arms outstretched, has been frequently misconstrued as a snapshot of her personal life. Although she didn’t specify which film the image was taken from, she firmly dismissed any connection to her 2001 divorce from Cruise.
The infamous image resurfaced as recently as September when actress Jenna Dewan shared it on her Instagram Stories after finalizing her own divorce from Channing Tatum. Despite its humorous appeal, the meme’s association with Kidman’s personal life has always been inaccurate.
Kidman and Cruise were married in 1990 and adopted two children: Isabella (31) and Connor (29). The couple split in 2001 after more than a decade together. Cruise later married Katie Holmes, with whom he shares a daughter, Suri.
Kidman, meanwhile, found love again with country music star Keith Urban. The pair began dating in 2005, tied the knot in 2006, and have since welcomed two daughters: Sunday Rose (16) and Faith Margaret (13).
Marriage and Emotional Reflections
In her GQ interview, Kidman opened up about her deeply emotional connection with Urban, describing moments of vulnerability. “I wake up at 3 a.m. crying, gasping for air,” she admitted. “Marriage, parenting, grief, joy — life hits you in waves.” She noted that these intense emotions stem not only from her marriage but from a broader reflection on life’s highs and lows.
“Life is… whoa,” she mused. “The loss of parents, raising children, staying connected in marriage — all of it shapes you into a fully feeling, conscious person.”
Clapping Meme and AMC Ad Fame
Kidman also cleared up another viral moment: her unusual clapping style at the 2017 Oscars. The internet was quick to latch onto the clip, showing her clapping with only her palms touching. She explained the odd gesture: “I was wearing a ridiculously heavy, borrowed ring, and I didn’t want to damage it. That’s why I clapped that way.”
As for her now-famous AMC Theatres commercial, which encourages people to return to cinemas post-pandemic, Kidman playfully addressed its meme status. “I’ll do anything for cinema,” she quipped.
Moving Beyond the Memes
Kidman’s ability to laugh off internet moments while focusing on her personal and professional growth speaks volumes about her resilience. Whether debunking divorce memes or poking fun at viral videos, she remains grounded, embracing her life with grace and humor.
