Streep Honors Kidman at AFI Awards while Admiring Her ‘Big Little Lies’ Talent

Meryl Streep used her presentation to honor Nicole Kidman with the AFI Life Achievement Award over the weekend as an opportunity to poke fun at being labeled “the greatest actress of my generation.” She jokingly commented on how difficult it was working alongside someone equally talented. During their collaboration in ‘Big Little Lies,’ Streep admitted she felt intimidated by Kidman’s remarkable talent, citing her ability to deliver outstanding performances with ease during multiple takes of an emotional scene on the first day of filming. She described Kidman as a “Valkyrie” and couldn’t help but feel traumatized witnessing such impressive stamina and discipline in action. Upon receiving the award, a grateful Kidman acknowledged Streep as her guiding light and noted that she has always been an inspiration to her throughout her career. The event will be broadcasted on TNT on June 17th and Turner Classic Movies on June 27th, both of which are part of Warner Bros. Discovery (alongside CNN).