Nicole Kidman recalls feeling lonely after 2003 Oscar win

Actress Nicole Kidman has reflected on the emotional disconnect she experienced following her 2003 Academy Award win for Best Actress in ‘The Hours’. Speaking on the ‘Therapuss’ podcast with Jake Shane, Kidman described feeling ‘beyond lonely’ despite reaching the pinnacle of her professional success.

Kidman noted that while she was grateful for the industry's highest honor, the absence of a partner to share the moment made the achievement feel bittersweet. At the time of her win, she had already separated from her former husband, Tom Cruise, in 2001. She recalled wondering, ‘Where’s my partner, someone that I can share this with?’

In addition to discussing her past isolation, recent reports highlight a shift in Kidman’s public persona following her divorce from Keith Urban, which was finalized in early 2026. Observers have noted a move toward more ‘eccentric’ and risk-taking creative projects, such as her involvement in the film ‘Babygirl’ and appearances in music videos, signaling a departure from maintaining a strictly perfect public image.