{"id":578069,"date":"2026-08-01T01:04:23","date_gmt":"2026-08-01T01:04:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/578069\/"},"modified":"2026-08-01T01:04:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T01:04:23","slug":"nicole-kidman-and-zoe-saldana-share-sweet-friendship-at-lioness-season-3-premiere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/578069\/","title":{"rendered":"Nicole Kidman and Zoe Salda\u00f1a share sweet friendship at Lioness Season 3 premiere"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nicole Kidman and Zoe Salda\u00f1a turned the Lioness Season 3 premiere into a masterclass in modern eveningwear as they arrived at New York City\u2019s SVA Theater on Wednesday, July 29.<\/p>\n

Joined by castmates Laysla De Oliveira, Jill Wagner, and the rest of the ensemble, the Oscar winners delivered two of the night\u2019s standout fashion moments while proving that timeless elegance can take very different forms.<\/p>\n

\"(L-R)\u00a9 Jamie McCarthy(L-R) Laysla De Oliveira, Nicole Kidman, Zoe Salda\u00c3\u00b1a and Jill Wagner at the “Lioness” Season 3 New York Premiere <\/p>\n

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\nNicole Kidman and Zoe Salda\u00f1a share their admiration for each other<\/p>\n

The celebration was not only about style. HOLA! caught up with both actresses on the red carpet, where they opened up about the close friendship they have built after years of working together on the hit series.<\/p>\n

Salda\u00f1a did not hold back when describing what Kidman means to her. \u201cShe is one of a kind,\u201d Zoe told HOLA!. \u201cShe is an incredible mother, an amazing professional, a daughter, a sister, and a wonderful friend. I learn so much from her. She is so genuine. She is a Gemini, she is left-handed. I know so much about Nicole Kidman now.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Nicole\u00a9 Kevin MazurNicole Kidman and Zoe Saldana shared their admiration for each other <\/p>\n

She added with a tender laugh, \u201cI\u2019m texting with her, and I secretly hope someone asks who I\u2019m talking to so I can casually say, \u2018Nicole.\u2019 I still cannot believe I get to call her one of my closest friends. I love her so much, and I have so much respect for her.\u201d<\/p>\n

Kidman returned Zoe’s admiration just as enthusiastically. \u201cI would do anything for her,\u201d she told HOLA!. \u201cShe is an extraordinary mother, wife, sister, and friend.\u201d When told that Salda\u00f1a had praised her professionalism, Kidman smiled and replied, \u201cThat\u2019s so nice. We have worked together for so long now that we really know each other. We love each other, and we\u2019re able to support each other.\u201d<\/p>\n

Their heartfelt exchange revealed a genuine friendship that extends well beyond the cameras.<\/p>\n

Nicole Kidman\u2019s Fendi Couture look was all about understated glamour<\/p>\n

Kidman once again proved why she remains one of Hollywood\u2019s most reliable red carpet dressers.<\/p>\n

For the premiere, Kidman turned to longtime stylist Jason Bolden, who dressed her in an elegant yet effortless Fendi Couture look. A shimmering champagne beaded tunic layered over ivory wide-leg trousers gave the outfit a soft, fluid feel, blending Old Hollywood glamour with a modern, minimalist edge.<\/p>\n

\"Nicole\u00a9 Dia DipasupilNicole Kidman stuns at the “Lioness” Season 3 New York Premiere <\/p>\n

The intricate beadwork draped in delicate, jewelry-like layers, catching the light without overwhelming the look. She completed the ensemble with a serpent-inspired bracelet-ring and gold jewelry by Roberto Coin.<\/p>\n

Nicole\u2019s beauty look was equally polished. She wore her long blonde hair in a soft blowout with face-framing curtain bangs parted down the middle.<\/p>\n

\"NEW\u00a9 Jamie McCarthyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 29: Nicole Kidman attends Paramount+’s “Lioness” Season 3 New York Premiere at SVA Theater on July 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy\/Getty Images)
\nZoe Salda\u00f1a\u2019s Balmain gown brought sculptural drama<\/p>\n

Salda\u00f1a took a different approach, embracing bold sophistication in a striking black evening gown. The Latina Powerhouse wore a sculptural Balmain Fall 2026 velvet dress which featured a plunging V-neckline and structured shoulders.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Zoe\u00a9 Jamie McCarthyZoe Salda\u00f1a classy in black at the “Lioness” Season 3 New York Premiere<\/p>\n

To finish the look, she paired it with classic black tights for a sleek finish. As for accessories, she opted for a simple necklace providing the only jewelry on display. Her look with natural makeup and softly tousled hair.<\/p>\n

\"NEW\u00a9 Jamie McCarthyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 29: Zoe Salda\u00c3\u00b1a attends Paramount+’s “Lioness” Season 3 New York Premiere at SVA Theater on July 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy\/Getty Images)
\nTwo different styles, one unforgettable red carpet moment<\/p>\n

In an era when many celebrity red carpet appearances are designed to generate instant buzz, both actresses showed the lasting appeal of impeccable tailoring and thoughtful styling. Neither look depended on dramatic statements or shock value. Instead, they highlighted the power of confidence, craftsmanship, and personal style.<\/p>\n

\"(L-R)\u00a9 Dia Dipasupil(L-R) David Glasser, Jane Wiseman, Laysla De Oliveira, Nicole Kidman, Zoe Salda\u00c3\u00b1a, Jill Wagner, Dana Goldberg, Cindy Holland and Michael Friedman at the “Lioness” Season 3 New York Premiere <\/p>\n

The real standout moment, however, extended beyond fashion. Alongside Kidman\u2019s quietly luminous sophistication and Salda\u00f1a\u2019s commanding modern edge, the affection they expressed for one another made it clear why their partnership continues to resonate on- and off-screen. Their friendship proved to be just as memorable as their couture looks at the Lioness Season 3 premiere.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Nicole Kidman and Zoe Salda\u00f1a turned the Lioness Season 3 premiere into a masterclass in modern eveningwear as…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":578070,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"tags":[321,128699,93,1424,61,60,5479,51549],"class_list":["post-578069","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-celebrities","tag-celebrities","tag-celebrity-friends","tag-entertainment","tag-fashion","tag-ie","tag-ireland","tag-nicole-kidman","tag-zoe-saldana"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/578069","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=578069"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/578069\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/578070"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=578069"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=578069"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=578069"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}