Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Reportedly Separate After Nearly Two Decades of Marriage
After nearly 20 years together, Hollywood is in shock: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, one of the entertainment industry’s most iconic and seemingly unshakable couples, have reportedly separated. According to multiple sources, including a TMZ report from September 29, 2025, the pair have been quietly living apart since early summer. While no official divorce filings have surfaced, this development marks a dramatic shift in what fans long viewed as one of Hollywood’s strongest marriages.
Signs of Trouble — Subtle but Present
Though the news seemed sudden, sources close to the couple suggest the strain had been building for months behind closed doors. Friends say that tensions, largely private, had grown steadily, though a few public moments hinted at a deeper rift.
Social media erupted once the news broke. Fans expressed shock and heartbreak:
- “I did not see this coming. They seemed so in love,” one X (formerly Twitter) user wrote.
- Another posted, “This is the post I never wanted to see.”
- Many reflected on the couple’s seemingly perfect image: “They always looked like the perfect couple. This is heartbreaking.”
Some speculated that Kidman’s recent emotionally intense film roles, including the provocative Babygirl, may have contributed to the strain. “With all those intense movies she’s been making lately, I’m not surprised,” one fan commented. Others focused on empathy, sending messages of support and concern for their two daughters, now 14 and 17.
A Quiet Separation — Reportedly Initiated by Urban
TMZ reports that Keith Urban moved out of their Nashville home earlier this summer, relocating quietly to a separate property. According to sources, the separation was initiated by Urban, while Kidman has been striving to maintain stability for their family. “She didn’t want this,” a source told People. “She’s been fighting to save the marriage.”
Though the couple always projected unity publicly, subtle cracks began to emerge.
A Tense Interview Raises Questions
In July, Urban appeared on Australia’s Mix 102.3 morning show Hayley & Max in the Morning to promote his High and Alive World Tour. When asked about Kidman’s recent steamy roles alongside younger co-stars, the question, though framed lightly, reportedly struck a nerve. Urban’s team abruptly ended the call mid-interview, leaving hosts stunned. “Did he just hang up on us?” co-host Hayley Pearson asked live, marking a rare public glimpse of the tension behind the scenes.
Public Gestures Amid Private Distance
Despite mounting rumors, Kidman acknowledged their wedding anniversary on June 26 with a heartfelt Instagram post: a black-and-white photo of the couple embracing, captioned, “Happy Anniversary Baby ❤️ @KeithUrban.” Urban, however, made no public reference to the milestone, focusing instead on tour-related content. Their last shared photo on Urban’s Instagram was from May 9, 2025, following the ACM Awards.
They Seemed Solid — Until They Weren’t
As recently as April 2024, Kidman spoke warmly about Urban in a People interview: “I’m so lucky that I have Keith, who’s just my love, my deep, deep love.” Their marriage, beginning in 2006, was often cited as a rare example of lasting Hollywood love — admired for chemistry, devotion, and mutual respect.
What Comes Next?
Neither Kidman nor Urban has issued an official statement. Divorce filings have not been made, and it remains unclear whether reconciliation is possible. What is certain is that the couple’s once-solid bond now hangs in uncertainty.
As fans wait for updates, many hold onto hope that Kidman and Urban can either rebuild their relationship or find peace apart. Regardless, their nearly two-decade marriage remains one of Hollywood’s most notable unions, and the world watches with sadness, empathy, and curiosity as this personal story continues to unfold.
