Nicole Kidman Flaunts New Long Locks at 2025 ACM Awards with Keith Urban

I’m beyond hopped up on espresso and—hold your compact—Nicole Kidman just did a full hair volte-face at the 2025 ACM Awards last night! After shocking the style set with that sleek Met Gala bob earlier this spring, the Oscar winner returned to her signature long waves, making jaws drop as she walked the red carpet arm in arm with husband Keith Urban (People Magazine, DotdashMeredith).

Picture this: Nicole in a glimmering, figure-skimming gown by custom Reem Acra, her hair parted in the center and tumbling past her shoulders in soft, Hollywood-worthy waves. It was a total 180 from the blunt, jaw-length bob she debuted at the Met Gala—yes, the very same cut that Vogue called “refreshingly bold” back in May. But last night? Long hair was back, baby, and the lights couldn’t keep up.

Keith, looking dapper in a classic black tuxedo, couldn’t resist stealing glances at his leading lady. According to eyewitness accounts and social-media chatter (People, DotdashMeredith), the pair strolled in with that trademark cool-couple swagger, pausing to pose for cameras and share a quick kiss. I swear, you could practically hear the collective “ooooh” from the crowd when Nicole tossed her newly-grown (or expertly extended) locks over one shoulder.

Hair experts are already buzzing: insiders suspect a mix of clip-in extensions and strategic styling by Celebrity Stylist of the Year nominee Adir Abergel. The goal? Effortless volume and movement that reads as vintage Nicole—but modernized. And the results speak for themselves: a silky, enviable mane that reminded everyone why long hair has been her red-carpet calling card for decades.

Of course, the contrast to that edgy Met Gala bob makes this comeback even juicier. Remember that night? Photogs couldn’t stop snapping her sharp chin-grazing cut, hailed by Elle as “a sleek departure from old Hollywood glam.” Yet last night’s flowing tresses felt like the perfect complement to the country-music-fueled energy of the ACMs. Talk about versatility!

Whether she’s chopping for avant-garde events or rocking timeless waves on award night, Nicole Kidman proves she’s the ultimate chameleon of Hollywood hair. So, what will our girl do next—pixie cut for Cannes, perhaps? I swear, I could talk about her locks all day. Whew! That was a LOT to process, but you know I’m still wired to spill more tea later.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, DotdashMeredith
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