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Nicole Kidman has once again proven that when it comes to red carpet reinvention, she's in a league of her own. Just days after shocking the fashion world with a daring pixie cut at the 2025 Met Gala, the Oscar-winning actress graced the ACM Awards with a completely new look—this time with flowing strawberry blonde locks.
Attending the event alongside her husband, country music icon Keith Urban, Kidman made a quiet yet stunning appearance at the Ford Center in Frisco, Texas, dressed in a sleek black leather ensemble paired with matching pants and pointed flats. While her wardrobe was understated, all eyes were on her hair—long, soft, and shimmering with warm hues that perfectly framed her timeless features.
Keith, who received the ACM Triple Crown Award that night, was the perfect sartorial match, donning a black suit in subtle coordination with his wife's chic new style. The couple's appearance was a study in effortless glamour—and a reminder that even in a sea of stars, Kidman knows how to steal the show.
Although she hasn't publicly commented on her hair transformation, her Met Gala hairstylist, Adir Abergel, offered a behind-the-scenes look at the vision that inspired her earlier pixie cut. "The inspiration was a tailored short cut that brought out the essence of Dandyism on Nicole Kidman," he shared on Instagram, referencing the gala's theme, which celebrated the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibit.
At the Met Gala, Kidman explained that she wanted something "tailor-made" and deeply personal. Her look paid homage to couture's unsung heroes—the stylists, designers, and craftspeople behind the scenes. "Dandy is all about individuality," she said, "and putting a beautiful, different button or detail where it's completely made for you."
Now, swapping her short cut for something longer and more ethereal, Kidman is once again making a statement—this time about versatility, transformation, and the art of surprise. At 57, she's not only a master of her craft but also a muse for fashion's evolving spirit. Whether it's high fashion in New York or country glam in Texas, Nicole Kidman is proving that the best accessory a woman can wear is confidence—preferably with a fabulous hairstyle.
