The Remark That Defined a Divorce: Why Nicole Kidman's Tom Cruise Comment Is Trending Again

Nicole Kidman in Late Show with David Letterman 2001 interview

Nicole Kidman in Late Show with David Letterman 2001 interview

Nicole Kidman's comments regarding her divorce from Tom Cruise in a 2001 interview have gone viral again, amidst her separation from Keith Urban.

The Oscar-winning actress has been in the headlines for the past few days following the reports that she has filed for a divorce from the country singer. The details regarding why they separated are still unclear, but fans online can't help but be reminded of Kidman and Cruise's highly publicized divorce two decades ago, which also shook the Hollywood tabloids.

Why Nicole Kidman's Tom Cruise Divorce Comment Is Viral Again

Kidman's comment regarding her divorce from Cruise in a 2001 interview on The Late Show with David Letterman became viral again in the aftermath of her divorce from Urban.

The actress was present in the show at that time to promote her new film, The Others. Letterman began the interview by asking her, "I heard you're getting divorced. How's that going?

After an awkward giggle, Kidman responded by noting that her separation from Cruise had prompted "a lot of questions." Then, she poked fun at the actor's height, "Well, I can wear heels now."

The audience erupted in laughter in response and applauded the actress for her clever dig. Then, Kidman said, "Let's move on."

The clip became viral again following the reports of Kidman and Urban's divorce, as it reminded fans of how the actress can be clever and classy when it comes to this type of situation.

So far, Kidman has not made any public comments since the reports of divorce from Urban made waves in the media.

What is the Latest Update on Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's Divorce?

According to a recent report from People, Kidman has "been stressed because she knew the separation would eventually become public and she was dreading it."

However, after the divorce was filed, the actress is "surprisingly level-headed and calm. Now that it's out she's just focused on what's ahead and her girls."

Meanwhile, Urban has been spotted publicly for the first time since the divorce reports. Fans noticed in the pictures that he was no longer wearing a wedding ring. So far, he has also not released any public statement regarding his separation from the actress.

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