Nicole Kidman received the American Film Institute’s Lifetime Achievement Award in Los Angeles, wearing a gold gown akin to a Hollywood star.
Kidman looked dazzling and glamorous in a custom Balenciaga gown designed by Demna. Styled by Jason Bolden, she wore thin straps and a sweeping train, dripping in gold sequins. She paired the gown with an Omega watch and Gianvito Rossi heels. For glam, she kept her makeup natural and had her blonde hair styled in a side-parted wavy ’do.
Kidman is renowned for her timeless Old Hollywood glamour, often opting for elegant gowns with tulle and crystals on the red carpet, and has been a key ambassador for Spanish fashion house Balenciaga. She has often graced the red carpet in their brand, attributing her memorable events to them.
Meryl Streep presented Kidman with her golden trophy at a Hollywood event. Kidman expressed her pride in her work and the opportunity to play unconventional women in films and television. She thanked the storytellers who allowed her to grow and improve her craft, expressing gratitude for their temporary place in the world.
In her poignant speech, Kidman expressed her passion for pursuing her beloved endeavors, “I like to think that I’m just getting started, but it’s not true, because really, let’s just hope I’m in the middle—I’ve got my fingers crossed,” she said. “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, and I am here, I am ready to roll up my sleeves. I am here always to support those voices.”
