Nicole Kidman Starts Oscar Prep with Church Visit

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Nicole Kidman revealed that her pre-Oscars routine includes going to church on the morning of the ceremony. The actress, who is set to present at this year's Academy Awards, said attending church 'centers' her and is something she does every Sunday. While her daughters won't be joining her at the Oscars or any after-parties, Kidman plans to 'tuck them in' at home after the show.

Why it matters

Kidman's pre-Oscars church visit highlights how celebrities often have unique personal rituals and routines to help them prepare for major events. Her comments provide a rare glimpse into the private lives of Hollywood stars and the ways they find balance and meaning amidst the glitz and glamour of awards season.

The details

In an interview at the Chanel and Charles Finch pre-Oscars dinner, Kidman told IMDb's Marc Malkin that she will 'squeeze in' a church visit on the morning of the Oscars. She said this is 'crazy' but it's 'what I do on a Sunday' and it 'just centers me.' While her daughters Sunday and Faith attended the pre-Oscars dinner, Kidman said they won't be joining her at the Oscars or any of the after-parties since 'it's a Sunday night' and the girls will be 'tucking themselves in' at home.

• Kidman is set to present at the 2026 Oscars ceremony on Sunday, March 16.

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