Nicole Kidman, currently navigating a challenging phase in her life, has resolved to take significant steps to reconnect with her two children, Isabella and Connor Cruise, whom she shares with her ex-husband, Tom Cruise.
According to an insider, this heartfelt mission stems from a promise Kidman made to her late mother, Janelle. “It hurt Janelle too that she and [her late husband] Antony were estranged from Bella and Connor,” the source told New Idea magazine. “They were their first two grandchildren and were once very close.”
Kidman and Cruise adopted Isabella and Connor in the early 1990s during their marriage, which ended in divorce in 2001. After the split, the children chose to live with their father. Since 2007, they have not been publicly seen with their mother, leading to a prolonged estrangement.
Following Janelle’s recent passing, Kidman received a heartfelt letter from Isabella and Connor, according to Woman’s Day magazine. This emotional gesture reignited her hope of rekindling their bond. The insider disclosed that Kidman confided in her husband, Keith Urban, about her desire to have Isabella and Connor become “active members” of their family in the coming year.
“Losing her mum has made Nicole not want to waste any more time,” the insider shared with New Idea. “It was a deep regret that they were unable to see her in person before she died.”
Kidman is leaving the final decision to her children, understanding the complexities of rebuilding their relationship. Despite the emotional distance, she remains optimistic about restoring their family ties.
In addition to Isabella and Connor, Kidman is also a devoted mother to two daughters, Sunday and Faith, whom she shares with Urban. While the Academy Award-winning actress focuses on nurturing her family, this step marks a pivotal moment in her journey toward healing and reconnecting with her past.
Kidman’s efforts highlight her enduring commitment to family, even amidst personal loss, as she seeks to honor her mother’s memory by bridging the gap with her eldest children.