Nicole Kidman is receiving yet another honor in her very long list of accolades.
The Oscar winner, who shared a sultry video of herself dancing on a balcony in France, will be the recipient of the Woman In Motion at the Cannes Film Festival which kicks off May 13.
In announcing the honor, the committee, sponsored by the the Kering Group – which owns luxury brands including Gucci, Saint Laurent, and many more – explained Kidman, 57, was this year’s recipient for her ‘artistic audacity’ and ‘transformative portrayals that have reshaped the representation of women on screen.’
Kering is run by Salma Hayek’s husband François-Henri Pinault.
Salma and Nicole seem to have a history.
Last year a video surfaced of Salma and Nicole at the Balenciaga show in Paris, sparking speculation about a possible feud between the actresses.
The video shows Hayek seemingly trying to pose with Kidman for pH๏τographers, but Kidman appears to brush her off and then turns to greet Katy Perry.
However, a source confirmed that the incident was misconstrued and that the two actresses are on good terms. They were reportedly overwhelmed by the pH๏τographers and were simply trying to navigate the situation.
Nicole Kidman, 57, is receiving yet another honor in her very long list of accolades; pictured in West Hollywood in February
In announcing the honor, the committee, sponsored by the the Kering Group, explained Kidman, 57, was this year’s recipient for her ‘artistic audacity.’ Kering is run by Salma Hayek’s husband François-Henri Pinault; Nicole and Salma in January
Salma and Nicole have a history. Last year a video surfaced of Salma and Nicole at the Balenciaga show in Paris, sparking speculation about a possible feud between the actresses. The video shows Hayek seemingly trying to pose with Kidman for pH๏τographers, but Kidman appears to brush her off and then turns to greet Katy Perry
Nicole was also praised for honoring her 2017 ‘pledge to work with a female director every 18 months.’
The in-demand star exceeded that promise, collaborating with 19 women directors so far, and for using her production company Blossom films to ‘elevate women’s voices.’
Kidman shared a copy of the announcement in her Instagram Stories along with her heartfelt thanks for the ‘incredible recognition.’
‘It’s a true honor to receive this award from François, Thierry, Iris, my friends at the Kering Group as well as the Cannes Film Festival,’ Nicole wrote, referring to Kering chairman and CEO François-Henri Pinault and festival leaders Thierry Fremaux and Iris Knobloch.
‘I am proud to join this list of extraordinary women who’ve received this honor before me – artists and trailblazers I deeply admire,’ she continued.
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‘The Cannes Film Festival has been a part of my life for over 30 years and I am thrilled to add this incredible recognition to the many memories I’ve made here,’ she said.
The award ceremony will be on May 18.
‘When a great actress works with nearly twenty female directors in the space of a few years, she shows the world just how vibrant and alive the talent of women in cinema really is,’ said Knobloch in a statement.
‘Through all these projects, and of course through her production company, Nicole Kidman has given those who write, direct, and tell stories all the visibility they deserve,’ per The Hollywood Reporter.
Kidman worked with women directors on her upcoming projects Margo’s Got Money Troubles and Scarpetta.
Previous winners are: NBCUniversal chief Donna Langley, Jane Fonda, Isabelle Huppert, Patty Jenkins, Geena Davis, Susan Sarandon, Viola Davis, Michelle Yeoh, Gong Li and Salma Hayek.
The Kering Group and the Cannes Film Festival have announced Kidman will receive the 2025 Woman in Motion Award, citing her ‘artistic audacity,’ and ‘transformative portrayals that have reshaped the representation of women on screen’
The versatile actress was also honored for following through on her 2017 promise to work with a female director every 18 months. So far, she has worked with 19 women directors; Pictured in Austin, TX in March
Kidman offered her heartfelt thanks for the ‘incredible recognition.’ Previous winners are: NBCUniversal chief Donna Langley, Jane Fonda, Isabelle Huppert, Patty Jenkins, Geena Davis, Susan Sarandon, Viola Davis, Michelle Yeoh, Gong Li and Salma Hayek
Kidman can currently be seen in the thriller Holland, which is now streaming on Prime Video
The chameleon-like star can also be seen in season two of Nine Perfect Strangers, will premiere on Hulu May 21
In 2017, Kidman won the Cannes Special Mention award for Best Actress for her work in The Beguiled and The Killing of a Sacred Deer.
Kidman can currently be seen in the thriller Holland, which is now streaming on Prime Video.
She stars as a woman whose picture perfect life in Holland, MI crumbles when she and a friend uncover a twisted town secret.
The chameleon-like star can also be seen in season two of Nine Perfect Strangers, will premiere on Hulu May 21.