Hollywood’s renowned actress Nicole Kidman has shared an intriguing aspect of her early career – she used to lie about her height to land roles. In a candid revelation on the “Radio Times Podcast,” the Oscar-winning actress admitted to reducing her height by half an inch when questioned by casting directors.
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Standing at 5’11”, Kidman often declared herself to be 5’10” and a half to fit into the casting norms. During her initial days in the industry, her tall stature was perceived as a disadvantage. She recalled being labeled “stalky” and was often cautioned that a tall woman might struggle to build a career in acting.
Over the years, the perspective towards her height has shifted. Kidman now often hears remarks like, “You’re so much taller than I thought,” and faces dilemmas about the height of her heels in roles, reflecting a change in attitudes within the industry.
Kidman also shared a memorable audition experience for the musical “Annie” as a child, where her height, being 2 inches over the 5’2″ requirement, nearly cost her the opportunity.
Today, as a mother of four, Kidman focuses on instilling courage and resilience in her children. She teaches them the significance of persisting in the face of rejection, sharing lessons from her own journey of turning a perceived impediment into one of her most recognized and celebrated traits.
