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Nicole Kidman’s ‘Margo’ Wrestling Cameo Led to Hospital Visit After Flu-Stricken Shoot

Interviews detail a flu-stricken shoot under tight stunt supervision.

Overview

  • Kidman debuts as Lace, a former pro wrestler turned lawyer, in Episode 4 that premiered Wednesday and steps into the ring during a fan convention scene.
  • Co-star Nick Offerman says she arrived with the flu, completed every shot, then went to the hospital for IV fluids after filming.
  • The wrestling sequences were designed by stunt coordinator Jon H. Epstein with consultant Chavo Guerrero Jr., who trained the cast and set moves for safety.
  • Producers used a softened, film-friendly ring and pro doubles to keep actors safe while preserving the look and sound of real wrestling.
  • Lace is a TV-only addition to Rufi Thorpe’s novel, and Kidman also serves as an executive producer as the Apple TV+ limited series continues weekly through May 20.