Nicole Kidman’s daughter, Sunday Rose Kidman-Urban, has become the center of a heated online debate after appearing on the cover of German Vogue.
The 18-year-old aspiring model, whose parents are Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman and musician Keith Urban, faced criticism from social media users who questioned the magazine’s decision to feature a celebrity’s daughter instead of a more experienced professional model.
For the cover photograph, Sunday Rose posed on the grass wearing a pink shirt, a vest and boots. Other images from the editorial featured the teenager in a semi-transparent skirt and a coat, showcasing a more experimental fashion aesthetic.
However, the photographs received mixed reactions online, with some commenters criticizing her facial expressions and posing abilities.
Several users accused the fashion magazine of promoting nepotism, arguing that young people from famous families are increasingly receiving opportunities that other aspiring models spend years trying to secure.
One critic complained that the magazine had chosen a celebrity’s daughter who appeared uncomfortable in front of the camera, while another questioned why children of famous parents seemed to dominate so many fashion campaigns.
The controversy reflects a wider discussion within the fashion industry about the growing influence of so-called nepo babies — young celebrities whose family connections may help them gain access to prestigious opportunities.
Sunday Rose began her modeling career at just 16, making her runway debut at a Miu Miu fashion show.
She subsequently appeared in presentations for Dior and other luxury brands, while also participating in editorial photo shoots for major fashion publications.
Her rapid rise has attracted criticism before. Some social media users previously suggested that her famous surname played a significant role in securing high-profile modeling contracts.
The latest debate comes amid similar criticism surrounding major runway shows that have featured influencers and the children of celebrities alongside established professional models.
Sunday Rose’s parents, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, separated last year after 19 years of marriage. They also share a younger daughter, Faith, who was born through a surrogate.
Kidman additionally has two adopted children from her previous marriage to actor Tom Cruise.
Despite the criticism surrounding her latest magazine appearance, Sunday Rose continues to establish herself in the fashion world, with her new Vogue cover marking another major milestone in her young career.
