Nicole Kidman’s close friend Naomi Watts is reportedly eager to see the actress jump back into the dating scene following rumors of Kidman getting close to several women. Watts is determined to play matchmaker and has her eyes set on setting Kidman up with Australian actor Simon Baker, who is an old friend of the “Eyes Wide Shut” star.
A source revealed that Baker has always been a good friend of Kidman’s, with both Kidman and Watts serving as godmothers to his children. Despite their long-standing friendship, it has always been strictly platonic. However, Kidman is said to be hesitant to pursue anything romantic with Baker out of fear of jeopardizing their friendship or her relationship with Baker’s ex-wife, Rebecca Rigg.
Watts is reportedly aware of Baker’s interest in Kidman and believes that he would drop everything for a chance to be with her. While Watts is eager to see the two of them together, she understands that Kidman may not be ready to move on just yet, especially as she continues to heal from her recent split from Keith Urban.
Kidman and Baker are set to co-star in the upcoming streaming series “Scarpetta,” which is based on the book series by Patricia Cornwell. Reports suggest that it was Watts who recommended Baker for the role of Kidman’s lover in the show. Baker, who has been known to flirt with Kidman in public, has teased fans with cheeky comments about their friendship.
Meanwhile, Kidman and Urban have finalized their divorce and entered a settlement agreement just three months after Kidman filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple has agreed to waive all rights to child support and spousal support, with each parent responsible for their own legal fees.
The divorce decree outlines a parenting plan that grants Kidman the majority of custody of their two children, Sunday Rose and Faith. Kidman will spend 306 days a year with the children, while Urban will have 59 days, giving her the lion’s share of custody. Despite the legal proceedings, Kidman opted not to appear in court for the hearing, having recently returned from Australia.
As Kidman navigates her new chapter post-divorce, her friends like Watts are by her side, offering support and encouragement as she explores the possibility of a new romance with Baker or anyone else who may come her way.
