Nicole Kidman has revealed deep worries about her daughter Sunday Rose’s decision to enter the competitive and often harsh world of modeling — a career path she describes as "frightening" and potentially destructive. In a revealing November cover story for Vogue, the 58-year-old actress shared how she advises her teenage daughters to completely ignore criticism and negativity that come with being in the public eye. "Literally walk away from it," Nicole emphasized when discussing how to handle haters, judgment, and harsh online comments. "Because it will crush you. It will destroy you." Sunday Rose recently made headlines herself with her impressive catwalk debut for Miu Miu’s spring/summer 2025 show during Paris Fashion Week, igniting even more interest in her emerging career.
Nicole confessed she finds her daughter’s career choice nerve-wracking but admits she can’t fully judge since she also started working young, at just 14 years old. However, Nicole set strict boundaries for Sunday; in a candid interview with Nylon Magazine, Sunday disclosed that her mother only allowed her to begin modeling after turning 16. She shared, "There were two key rules: I couldn’t start exploring any fashion work before I was 16, and school must always come first. At first, I resented these rules, but now I truly appreciate them because they keep me grounded and focused."
At just 17, Sunday Rose’s fashion talent is undeniable. On October 1, she walked for Dior’s spring/summer 2025 show, where she wore a sophisticated ensemble featuring a gray cotton blouse with pleats resembling a black tie shirt, paired with voluminous black pleated trousers and classic black and white loafers, as part of Johnathan Anderson’s highly anticipated debut collection.
Nicole has played a pivotal role in shaping her daughter’s unique fashion sense. Sunday explained her passion by saying, "What I love most about fashion is that every brand tells a different story. Watching different designers share their vision through their collections really inspired me. Growing up, I spent a lot of time at my mom’s photo shoots, watching and learning, which naturally sparked my interest in modeling."
Most recently, Nicole was seen in Paris on Monday accompanied by her daughters Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, along with her niece Lucia Hawley, attending the Chanel spring/summer 2026 show. Sunday chose a casual yet stylish look with a red sweater vest paired with wide-leg jeans, Faith wore a denim jacket layered over a classic little black dress, and Lucia, the daughter of Nicole’s sister Antonia, impressed in a chic black mesh dress worn over a coordinating bra and tights.
Meanwhile, amidst these family moments, country star Keith Urban has shared his emotional response through music to Nicole Kidman’s filing for divorce on September 30, adding yet another layer of complexity to their public lives.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Is it truly possible to protect young talents like Sunday in such a tough industry, or is the pressure and scrutiny simply inevitable? Nicole’s candid concerns open a larger conversation about the sacrifices behind fame and whether parental safeguards can truly shield children in show business. What do you think — can fame’s impact be softened, or is it a dangerous game from the start? Share your thoughts below!
