Nicole Kidman is remembering her beloved parents on a day that holds deep significance.
The Big Little Lies star took to Instagram on Wednesday, March 12, to honor her late mother, Janelle Ann, on what would have been her birthday.
“Missing Mumma and Papa so much on what would have been her birthday today,” Kidman, 57, wrote alongside a touching throwback photo of her parents, Janelle and Antony, smiling together in what appeared to be a kitchen setting.
Kidman’s father, Antony, passed away in 2014 at the age of 75 after reportedly suffering a fall at a hotel in Singapore. It was later confirmed that he died of a heart attack.
A decade later, in September 2024, Kidman’s mother also passed away at the age of 84. The news came while the actress was attending the Venice International Film Festival, where she had to leave early to be with her family.
Despite her sudden departure, Kidman was awarded Best Actress for her performance in Babygirl. The film’s director, Halina Reijn, accepted the award on her behalf and shared a heartfelt statement from the grieving actress.
“Today I arrived in Venice to find out shortly after, that my beautiful, brave mother Janelle Ann Kidman has just passed,” Reijn read during the ceremony.
“I am 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, the collision of life and art is heart-breaking, and my heart is broken.”
Following her mother’s passing, Kidman and her sister, Antonia Kidman, expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support they received.
“My sister and I along with our family want to thank you for the outpouring of love and kindness we have felt this week,” Nicole wrote in a joint social media post with Antonia, 54.
“Every message we have received from those who loved and admired our Mother has meant more to us than we will ever be able to express. Thank you from our whole family for respecting our privacy as we take care of each other.”
Though both of her parents are gone, Kidman’s tribute proves their memory remains deeply cherished.
