Meryl Streep Shares Funny Story About Nicole Kidman on The Set of ‘Big Little Lies’

Meryl Streep showcased her talent for mimicry at the AFI Life Achievement Award Gala, where she honoured her friend and co-star Nicole Kidman. The 74-year-old actress recounted a humorous incident from the set of ‘Big Little Lies’ during her speech, impersonating Kidman’s Australian accent while describing Kidman’s early morning ritual of skinny-dipping in the chilly Pacific Ocean. Streep entertained the audience with her rendition of Kidman’s nonchalant response, “‘Yeah, I love it. Oh yeah.’”

At the event, Nicole Kidman was celebrated by stars like Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Zac Efron, Naomi Watts, and Keith Urban, alongside her daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, who were there to support her. Speaking to PEOPLE on the red carpet, Kidman expressed gratitude for her daughters’ loving support.

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While Zoë Kravitz, Shailene Woodley, and Laura Dern were absent from the gala, fans of ‘Big Little Lies’ can anticipate the upcoming third season of the HBO series. Kidman unintentionally revealed the renewal in November, hinting at more captivating episodes to come. Reese Witherspoon jokingly scolded Kidman for the slip-up, sparking playful banter between the co-stars captured in a Vanity Fair video.

The cast’s excitement and camaraderie underscore their anticipation for the continuation of the acclaimed series, available for streaming on HBO Max where seasons 1 and 2 can be enjoyed.

– Farheen Ali