Nicole Kidman’s ‘nepo baby’ niece Lucia Hawley, 25, says she ‘would never deny her privilege’
Nicole Kidman’s “fake baby” niece Lucia Hawley, 25, says she will “never deny her privilege” and is determined to prove herself after landing a plum job as a reporter for E!
Nicole Kidman’s niece Lucia Hawley has spoken out after landing a plum new gig as a red carpet reporter for the E! network.
Lucia, the daughter of Nicole’s sister Antonia Kidman, spoke of favoritism and admitted she comes from a “privileged life and background.”
The young journalist, 25, said her family ties have made her more determined to prove herself in the industry.
She said women’s Day this week: “I would never deny my privilege and I actually totally raise my hand and say, ‘yeah, I’m privileged, I come from a really privileged family and I’m so grateful for the opportunities that come my way through that’.”
“All I can do is work hard and make an individual name for myself and prove myself.”
Lucia Hawley, 25, (left), Nicole Kidman’s “fake baby” niece said she would “never deny her privilege” and is determined to prove herself after landing a plum job as a reporter for E! has brought in. Pictured in 2018 with Nicole and Keith Urban
While discussing her “fake baby” title, she added, “If that’s the worst thing that’s been said about me, then so be it.”
The term “nepo baby,” short for “nepotism baby,” stems from a recent article published by New York magazine calling out American celebrities who used their famous parents and relatives to build their careers.
Among the names mentioned were Jaden Smith, the son of actors Will and Jada Pinkett Smith; Zoë Kravitz, the daughter of rock star Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet; and Maya Hawke, whose parents are actors Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke.
Last month, Lucia signed with major talent management agency Chic Talent after landing the coveted red carpet reporter gig for the E! network
While the phenomenon is nothing new, the term “fake baby” has become an increasingly popular term to describe it.
Last month, Lucia signed with major talent management agency Chic Talent after landing the coveted red carpet reporter gig for the E! network.
“Incredibly excited to announce the signing of [Lucia]to our schedule,” they announced via their Instagram page.
Lucia is the new host of the iconic Live from E! red carpet coverage for 7Bravo.”
Lucia is the daughter of Antonia Kidman, a former TV host turned lawyer and sister of Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman
Lucia is the daughter of Antonia Kidman, a former TV host turned lawyer and the sister of Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman.
Her grandfather was Antony Kidman, the late Australian psychologist and academic, who died of a heart attack in 2014 at the age of 75.
The signing came days after Lucia explained why she shouldn’t be called a “fake baby” despite her enviable showbiz connections.
About the “fake baby” title, she added, “If that’s the worst thing that’s been said about me, then so be it.”
As the new face of Live From E!, the aspiring journalist will be attending Australia’s biggest events, interviewing celebrities and covering the hottest fashion moments.
While some have accused Lucia of using her “fake baby” connections to further her media career, she insists she worked hard to land her “dream job.”
“I’ve been working towards this,” she recently told The Sunday Telegraph.
In her interview, Lucia did admit that her mother’s work as a TV presenter was beneficial to her career, but only because it taught her “perspective” rather than opening doors.
Lucia is pictured in 2018 with aunt Nicole and grandma Janelle