Nicole Kidman Leaves Venice Film Festival After Mother’s Death

Nicole Kidman‘s dealing with a tragedy in the family … leaving the Venice Film Festival abruptly after her mother’s death.

Halina Reijn — director of Nicole’s new movie “Babygirl” — accepted the festival’s best actress award on NK’s behalf … reading a prepared statement from the star.

Nicole’s statement starts by revealing the tragic news about her mom, Janelle — causing members of the audience to gasp — and saying she needs to head home to be with her family.

Kidman then dedicates the honor to her mother … saying the collision between art and life is heartbreaking — and, she’s certainly heartbroken.

Nicole had been tight-lipped about her mother Janelle’s health in recent years … with the star talking briefly in 2022 about taking her mom to an exhibit after hours so she wouldn’t catch Covid.

No cause of death has been given yet … we’ve reached out to Nicole’s team for additional information.

Nicole has credited her mother for supporting her during her acting career … saying her mom put a lot of her own dreams on hold to support the dreams of her daughters.

Janelle was 84.