Inside Nicole Kidman's Shocking Red Carpet Transformation Over The Years — From Sexy Midriff Baring Outfits to Hot Red Gowns
The fountain of youth seems to be helping Nicole Kidman reach a whole new level of timeless beauty each year!
March 3 2025, Published 10:00 p.m. ET
1996
Kidman looked stunning in her white gown while holding her award.
Nicole Kidman looked like a goddess in her white, strapless gown at the 53rd Golden Globe Awards, where she won Best Actress in a Movie Comedy or Musical for her work in To Die For.
1997
Kidman looked like a golden goddess in her $2million dress.
Wearing her $2million John Galliano gown, Kidman attended the Academy Awards with her then-husband, Tom Cruise.
1998
The actress' curly hair stole the show.
The Days of Thunder actress stunned at the 5th Annual Artists Rights Foundation dinner, donning a white and black gown. She also flaunted her curly locks, which enhanced her facial features.
1999
Kidman's toned stomach was on display.
Kidman showed off her curves in her burgundy outfit at the premiere of her and Cruise's film, Eyes Wide Shut, in Los Angeles, California.
2000
Onlookers couldn't get enough of Kidman's toned figure.
For the premiere of Mission: Impossible 2, Kidman opted for a high ponytail that accentuated her petite frame. She also sported an embellished top and black pants at the event.
2001
The star's toned legs were on full display.
Kidman graced the Los Angeles premiere of Moulin Rouge in a body-hugging halter dress and matching high heels.
2002
Kidman looked elegant in this white suit.
The Golden Compass actress suited up in a white coat and matching straight-leg pants at the 2002 Showest Gala Awards Banquet in Las Vegas, Nev.
2003
Kidman was all smiles for her big day in Hollywood.
Kidman was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame decades after her debut in Hollywood.
2004
The actress stole the show in this stunning silver gown.
At the 2004 Academy Awards, Kidman wore a jaw-dropping Chanel dress that definitely stole the show.
2005
Kidman showed off a lighter hairstyle in this velvet dress.
The mom-of-four rocked her blonde hair, which was highlighted more by her velvet black dress at The Interpreter U.K. charity premiere.
2006
The Hollywood icon stopped the show in this dress.
Kidman strolled down the red carpet of the 78th Academy Awards wearing a show-stopping white gown.
2007
Kidman looked like old Hollywood glam in this red gown.
Kidman wowed the attendees of the 79th Annual Academy Awards with her timeless beauty in a red Balenciaga dress that featured a cape.
2008
Kidman put her adorable bump on display.
The then-expecting mom wore a flowy dress as she cradled her growing baby bump at the Academy of Country Music Awards.
2009
Kidman looked stunning with her husband right by her side.
Kidman and her husband, Keith Urban, looked like lovebirds at the 2009 American Music Awards. At the time, the Cold Mountain star wore a gorgeous asymmetrical gown.
2010
The icon looked classy in this navy outfit.
Kidman's navy blue midi dress turned heads when she appeared at the premiere of Rabbit Hole in New York City.
2011
Kidman was shining in this black dress.
The Being the Ricardos star arrived at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards wearing a black, ankle-length dress.
2012
Kidman definitely turned heads in this dress.
For the 2012 Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards, Kidman wore a short black lace cocktail dress that displayed her curves.
2013
The star's tight dress showed off her toned figure.
Kidman attended the Hollywood Foreign Press Association's Installation Luncheon in a midi pencil dress. She completed her look with black and silver sandals.
2014
The actress stunned at the award ceremony.
Kidman made her appearance at the 47th Country Music Awards in a Roberto Cavalli dress.
2015
The star stood out in this bright dress.
The A Family Affair actress looked like royalty in a patterned dress and black high heels she wore at the 60th Anniversary Women of the Year Lunch & Awards in the U.K.
2016
Kidman looked elegant in this outfit.
Kidman set pulses racing when she wore a white V-neck dress at the Lion premiere.
2017
The actress was looking golden in this piece.
The attendees of the Producers Guild Awards red carpet event witnessed Kidman's timeless beauty in her luxurious sequined dress. The Aquaman star also had her hair braided, transforming her into a real-life Disney princess.
2018
The star looked stunning in her dress full of ruffles.
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Kidman made sure she had everyone's attention with her Armani Privè dress, featuring voluminous ruffles, at the Los Angeles premiere of Aquaman.
2019
The star looked like royalty.
The How to Talk to Girls at Parties actress made her grand entrance at Being the Ricardos Los Angeles Premiere in her jaw-dropping strapless ballgown.
2020
The tight dress stole the show.
For the U.K. premiere of The Perfect Couple, Kidman donned a Balenciaga satin gown.
2021
Kidman stunned in this bright green dress.
Kidman arrived at a red carpet event in an unconventional but stunning A-line gown and silver stilettos.
2022
Kidman was glowing in this look.
Kidman was all smiles at the Mexico XXI Century Forum, where she served as a guest speaker.
2023
The actress looked like Hollywood royalty.
The Before I Go to Sleep actress dominated the Planet OMEGA Exhibition Opening Night Party in an all-black ensemble.
2024
Kidman once again proved she is getting better with age.
Kidman, now 57, dazzled in a Balenciaga gown at the 2024 GQ Men of the Year Awards.
