Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban End Nearly Two-Decade Marriage Amid Private Struggles
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have reportedly decided to end their marriage, bringing to a close a relationship that has spanned nearly 20 years. Sources say the couple has been living apart since early summer, though the announcement of their impending divorce has caught fans worldwide by surprise.
According to Radar Online, Kidman was reportedly taken aback by the decision, with insiders claiming that it was Urban who initiated the separation. Since then, the Oscar-winning actress has focused on caring for their two daughters, Sunday, 17, and Faith, 14, striving to maintain stability for the family amid the upheaval.
Despite Kidman’s efforts, sources suggest Urban has made definitive moves toward independence. “Keith has acquired his own residence in Nashville and has moved out of their family home,” one insider told Radar Online, painting a picture of a marriage that has quietly fractured over several months.
Tensions between the couple reportedly intensified following the death of Kidman’s mother last year. The insider noted, “They do make a big effort to speak every day when they’re apart, but it’s quite shocking how much time they’ve spent apart since Nic’s mother died last September. It’s like they both went their separate ways, and now she’s getting comfortable in a dream home in London on the other side of the world.”
Other sources suggest that professional pressures may also have contributed to the split. Urban is said to have been unsettled by Kidman’s recent work, including intimate love scenes in her film and television projects. During a July radio interview with Mix 102.3’s Hayley & Max in the Morning, Urban was asked about his reaction to his wife performing romantic scenes with younger co-stars, including Zac Efron. Urban declined to answer, and his team abruptly ended the Zoom session, fueling speculation about his discomfort.
An industry insider added: “Keith is clearly not happy about what Nicole is doing. His very visible frustration during that Zoom call sent talk into overdrive that the couple could be at a breaking point unless Nicole gives up sex scenes. They clearly send him mad with jealousy.”
While the details of the split remain largely private, it is evident that Kidman and Urban’s marriage, once emblematic of Hollywood longevity, has faced mounting personal and professional pressures. As they navigate this new chapter, both continue to prioritize their daughters and manage the complexities of life in the public eye.
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 27: Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman attend the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute Celebrating Nicole Kidman at Dolby Theatre on April 27, 2024 in Hollywood, California.
