Nicole Kidman sparks concern as friends urge actress to slow down amid health fears

Nicole Kidman is reportedly facing growing concern from friends over her demanding work schedule, with insiders claiming the Oscar-winning star is pushing herself through exhaustion despite recent health worries.

According to reports, the 58-year-old actress has continued working at a relentless pace following a series of personal challenges, including the death of her mother, Janelle Ann Kidman, in 2024, and ongoing public scrutiny surrounding her separation from country singer Keith Urban.

Concerns grow after on-set health scare

The concern reportedly intensified after Kidman experienced a health scare while filming Margo’s Got Money Troubles. Co-star Nick Offerman said she arrived on set visibly unwell with flu-like symptoms before later receiving IV treatment at a hospital.

Insiders claim the incident highlighted a broader pattern of overwork, with one source telling Radar Online that Kidman has been “working at a feverish pace” despite visible signs of exhaustion.

She needs a solid break

Friends of the actress reportedly fear that her coping mechanism—immersing herself in work—may be contributing to her deteriorating condition.

“Working is part of her coping mechanism for sure,” one insider said. “She can lose herself in her characters. It’s what makes her such an exceptional actor, but it’s not necessarily healthy.”

The source also claimed that those close to her are alarmed by her appearance, describing her as having “huge dark circles” under her eyes and looking “thinner than ever.”

Afraid to stop

While Kidman is said to remain committed to her career, insiders suggest she is reluctant to slow down despite repeated warnings from those around her.

“Anyone who knows her well is very worried about her,” the source added, noting that she appears “afraid to stop” and at risk of “running herself into the ground” if she does not take a break.