Nicole Kidman is receiving praise from fans on social media after revealing she plans to go to church before attending the Oscars.
The actress is set to appear at this year’s ceremony as one of the evening’s presenters, but she made it clear that her faith will still come first.
Kidman was widely assumed to have been involved with the Church of Scientology during her marriage to Tom Cruise in the 1990s, though she has rarely spoken publicly about her level of participation.
For most of her life, however, the Australian-American star has identified with Catholicism.
Despite previously admitting that some of her Hollywood peers tease her about her religious beliefs, Kidman has found strong support from fans after speaking openly about her faith.
Nicole Kidman Keeps Her Sunday Routine Even On Oscars Day
Kidman revealed her pre-Oscars plans during a red-carpet interview with Variety.
“Well, this is crazy, but I will go to church in the morning,” she said, as seen in a clip of the conversation shared on the publication’s X account.
When asked why it was important for her to maintain the routine even on a day as significant as the Academy Awards, Kidman explained, “It just centers me. It’s what I do on a Sunday.”
The Oscar-winning actress’ commitment is even more notable given that the ceremony is set to start about an hour earlier than usual this year.
“It’s very early tomorrow,” Kidman continued. “It’s crazy… We’ll be out of there and then it’s like the night is just beginning.”
Actress Wins Over Fans With The Revelation
Kidman appeared slightly wary of backlash when she mentioned her plans to go to church, but many fans have actually responded positively.
On X, several users applauded her for staying grounded even on one of Hollywood’s biggest nights and choosing to keep a personal tradition amid the Oscars buzz.
“Classic Nicole, just sticking to her routine,” one fan wrote. “Always feels grounded no matter the event.”
Others joked that the actress might even have a professional reason for attending church ahead of Oscars night.
“Word is, she’s got a special prayer for dodging those awkward red-carpet questions,” one commenter quipped.
Nicole Kidman Doesn’t Take Her Daughters To The Oscars After-Parties
Kidman will be among the stars presenting at this year’s Academy Awards. Her participation was announced earlier this month alongside other names, including Channing Tatum, Pedro Pascal, and Sigourney Weaver.
Like many attendees, Kidman is expected to appear in several of the major after-parties that traditionally follow the main ceremony.
However, during her red-carpet interview with Variety, the actress revealed that her two teenage daughters, aged 17 and 15, would not be joining her for any of the late-night celebrations.
“No, it’s Sunday night,” Kidman said. “They’re on spring break, but they will just go home, have a bath, and go to bed.”
Kidman Has Been Open About Her Faith For Years
Despite the sensitivity that often surrounds conversations about faith and religion, Kidman has never shied away from sharing aspects of her personal journey.
In a 2019 interview with Vanity Fair, she opened up about attending church with her husband, Keith Urban, and their two daughters.
“That’s how we are raising our children,” Kidman said. “Keith has his own beliefs, but he comes, too. I had a very Catholic grandmother, and I was raised praying, so that had a massive impact.”
In her Hollywood circles, the “Big Little Lies” star said her lifestyle was something of a running joke.
“A lot of my friends tease me,” Kidman added.
Nicole Kidman Once Revealed She Nearly Became A Nun
Kidman’s commitment to her Christian faith runs deep, so much so that she once actually considered joining a convent.
Speaking to the December 2018 / January 2019 edition of Allure magazine, the actress revealed that her belief in God almost led her down a very different path from the one she ultimately chose.
“I’m spiritual in the sense that I absolutely believe in God,” Kidman explained. “I loved the idea of being a nun. Obviously, I did not choose to go that path, but I was very drawn to it.”
In her Vanity Fair interview, “The Hours” star also insisted that her faith still allows room for reflection and doubt.
“I wouldn’t say it’s absolutism, there’s constant questioning,” she said.