“AFTER NEARLY TWO DECADES OF A BROKEN MARRIAGE…SHE WALKED THE RED CARPET AS IF SHE’D NEVER BEEN HURT.” At the 2026 Academy Awards, Nicole Kidman left the red carpet breathless when she appeared in a stunning pale pink feather gown — her first appearance since divorcing Keith Urban after nearly 19 years of marriage. From the moment they held hands at the 2023 Academy Awards…to her proud solo comeback in 2026, Kidman seems to be sending a message: sometimes a quiet rebirth is more powerful than any declaration. Hollywood didn’t just see a beautiful dress — they were witnessing a new chapter in Nicole Kidman’s life begin.

Nicole Kidman Is Practically Magic in Feathered Gown at Oscars 2026, Her First Since Keith Urban Divorce

The actress’ last appearance at the event was in 2023

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban at 2023 Oscars (left); Nicole Kidman at 2026 Oscars (right).Credit : Kevin Mazur/Getty; Arturo Holmes/Getty 

NEED TO KNOW

  • Nicole Kidman, who wore a pastel feathered gown, arrived at the 2026 Oscars, where she will present later in the night
  • Kidman’s last appearance at the star-studded ceremony was in 2023, the year she attended with ex Keith Urban
  • The couple split after nearly 19 years of marriage last fall

Nicole Kidman is ready to take the 2026 Oscars by storm.

The actress and presenter, 58, has been absent from the star-studded awards show in recent years, but her comeback was fashionable and ultra-glam on Sunday, March 15.

For her big night out, the Babygirl star wore a peachy pink Chanel ensemble complete with a strapless peplum bodice and floor-length skirt. Both the top and the bottom of her ensemble boasted feather embellishments. She wore her hair in an effortlessly waved style with BELLAMI extensions, crafted by Adir Abergel.

Nicole Kidman attends the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California.
Nicole Kidman at the 2026 Oscars.Arturo Holmes/Getty 

This year’s ceremony marks the first time Kidman has attended since 2023. That year, she attended with Keith Urban.

In September 2025, Kidman officially filed for divorce from the country star, just three months after their 19th wedding anniversary. The former couple share daughters Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15.

In her recent interview with Variety, she spoke out about the split for the first time after she was asked if she was “doing all right” following their separation.

“I am, because I’m always going to be moving toward what’s good,” she responded.

“What I’m grateful for is my family and keeping them as is and moving forward. That’s that,” Kidman added. “Everything else I don’t discuss out of respect. I’m staying in a place of, ‘We are a family,’ and that’s what we’ll continue to be. My beautiful girls, my darlings, who are suddenly women.”

 Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, Nicole Kidman and Faith Margaret Kidman-Urban attend the Chanel Womenswear Spring/Summer 2026 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on October 06, 2025 in Paris, France
Nicole Kidman and her two daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, at the Chanel Spring/Summer 2026 show in Paris. Dominique Charriau/Getty 

A source told PEOPLE exclusively that Kidman isn’t looking to focus on her dating life just yet. “Nicole’s not rushing into dating,” a source close to the star revealed. “She’s in a really good place now.”

Since the split, the insider added, “things have settled down,” continuing, “She’s focused on the things that make her happy, like family and work.”

While Kidman continues to keep her sights set on her kids and upcoming projects, including Practical Magic 2 and Margo’s Got Money Troubles, the source said she’s “had conversations with close friends, though, about dating.”

Such conversations are “lighthearted,” they added. “She doesn’t feel any pressure. But when she’s ready she will rely on her close circle to make introductions. She’s not someone who would jump into anything randomly.”

See PEOPLE’s coverage of the 98th Academy Awards, airing live on ABC and Hulu on March 15.