Nicole Kidman Receives Hospital IV After Filming Wrestling Scene While Ill with Flu

Nicole Kidman was transported to the hospital for an IV after performing a pro-wrestling scene in the Apple TV+ series 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles' while suffering from the flu, according to her co-star Nick Offerman. The scene, filmed for the April 22 episode, involved actual wrestling with doubles and other performers.

Offerman recounted that Kidman completed every required shot for her character despite her illness.

The filming took place on a single day built around a convention scene surrounded by hundreds of extras. m. during preparations. , appearing pale and shaken due to the flu. Offerman, who plays the character Jinx, a pro wrestler, in the series, shared details of the day.

'And the word comes in that Nicole has the flu, and we might not get Nicole today. And we’re like, ‘Oh no, that’s such a bummer, because we only have the one day that we’ve built this whole circus for,’' Offerman said. He added, 'It’s about 8:00 in the morning that we get this news.

' Kidman plays the character Lace, a pro wrestler, in 'Margo’s Got Money Troubles'. She serves as an executive producer on the series. Offerman described her effort: 'She was so pale, shaken. ' The series stars Elle Fanning as Margo, Michelle Pfeiffer as Shyanne, and also features Greg Kinnear and Marcia Gay Harden.

It was created by David E. Kelley and is based on Rufi Thorpe’s novel of the same name published in 2024. New York Post reported that after shooting the physically demanding scene, Kidman was literally taken to the hospital for an IV.

Offerman expressed admiration for Kidman’s commitment, noting her arrival despite being so sick. The convention scene reunited Lace with Jinx and his daughter at a fan event. Kidman had previously stated she was scared about getting injured but proceeded fully once in the ring.

The series follows Margo, a young mother struggling financially who turns to an online platform for income with her father's help from pro wrestling. Kidman’s role as Lace involves her as a former professional wrestler-turned-lawyer. Offerman highlighted the generosity of her actions, ensuring the production did not lose any needed footage.

Filming preparations included warming up for wrestling, with doubles involved. The news of Kidman’s illness initially raised concerns about completing the day’s shoot. Her determination allowed the team to capture all necessary elements for the episode.

Kidman once explained her work ethic stems from her background in the Australian film industry, emphasizing the need to work consistently. The Apple TV+ comedy-drama has drawn attention for its star-studded cast and adaptation from Thorpe’s 2024 novel. Offerman gushed that this incident exemplified how Kidman maintains her status in the industry.