Claudia Byatt
TV

“SO PROUD OF YOU”: Nicole Kidman’s niece lands major TV gig

Lucia Hawley, Nicole Kidman’s niece, has just landed a major presenting role after years of “working towards” a career in TV journalism.

Lucia, 24, is also the daughter of TV presenter Antonia Kidman and was announced as the new face of Live From E!, hosting red carpets with stars across the country on the new 7Bravo channel.

Despite her celebrity connections, the 24-year-old has expressed she’s “no nepo-baby,” sharing that she has been “working towards" becoming a full-time TV presenter for years.

“I am so lucky to have them both as role models — not only are they amazing at their jobs, but they also have a really strong sense of self and are very intellectual as well,” She told the Daily Telegraph, referring to her mum and aunt.

“Having a mum who had been in the industry, through osmosis you gain that perspective and understanding and I think that’s been one of the biggest things that has helped in preparing me for this role, just having watched her and how she has carried herself through everything.

“This is honestly like a dream come true. I always wanted to present and red carpets are naturally what I gravitate towards, so it came about pretty serendipitously.”

Lucia shared the news on social media, writing, “Secret is finally out! I’m so excited to announce that I am the local host of @7Bravoau and the new face of Australia’s Live From E! red carpet coverage. Still pinching myself!”

Friends and fans flocked to the comments to congratulate Lucia on the next step in her career.

“SO PROUD OF YOU LUC!!!! You’re going to absolutely thrive,” one commented.

“Thrilled to bits for you,” another said.

Lucia has previously interviewed celebrities on the red carpet at the ARIAS and the Logies for Channel 9. She is also very into fashion, which is reflected in her online posts.

In 2022, she shared several images of her from the Logies, wearing a patent pink sleeveless gown.

At the 2018 ARIAS, Lucia walked the red carpet accompanied by her aunt and Keith Urban.

Nicole Kidman marked the occasion, sharing a sweet snap on Instagram of her and Lucia embraced in a hug.

“Going to the #ARIAs with my niece, we’re so excited to see Keith hosting!” Nicole captioned the image.

Image credit: Instagram

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Nicole Kidman, E!, Lucia Hawley, TV