Nicole Kidman made her first public appearance at Paris Fashion Week on Monday, September 30, following the recent loss of her mother. The 57-year-old actress attended the Balenciaga womenswear spring/summer 2025 runway show, where she greeted fans with smiles and blew kisses, despite her personal heartbreak.
Kidman arrived at the event in a sophisticated all-black ensemble, sporting a fitted black turtleneck midi dress, paired with matching accessories including a small purse, stockings, and stilettos. She completed her look with her signature blonde curls and oversized sunglasses, maintaining her poised and elegant demeanor.
This marked Kidman’s first public appearance since the devastating news of her mother’s passing. The actress had been attending the 2024 Venice Film Festival when she received word of her mother’s death, prompting her to leave the event early. Kidman was set to promote her latest film, Baby Girl, directed by Halina Reijn, but had to cut her trip short to be with her family.
In a heartfelt statement shared by Reijn during the Venice Film Festival, Kidman expressed her grief, saying, “I’m in shock and I have to go to my family, but this award is for her. She shaped me, she guided me, and she made me. I am beyond grateful that I get to say her name to all of you through Halina.” Kidman added, “The collision of life and art is heartbreaking, and my heart is broken.”
The tragic news also caused Kidman to miss the premiere of Baby Girl at the Toronto Film Festival, further emphasizing the depth of her loss. On September 12, the Oscar-winning actress took to Instagram to thank her fans for their overwhelming love and support during this difficult time. In her post, she expressed gratitude for the kindness she received, which has undoubtedly helped her navigate through her grief.
While Kidman’s appearance at Paris Fashion Week was a professional obligation, it also served as a poignant reminder of her strength and resilience. Despite the heartbreak, the actress continues to balance her public life with her personal mourning, showing the world her grace in the face of sorrow.