For months, quiet speculation swirled around Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s marriage. Now, the whispers have turned into headlines: one of Hollywood’s most enduring couples has split after nearly two decades together.
The announcement that the country star and the Babygirl actress had separated after 19 years of marriage stunned fans across the globe. Social media quickly lit up with disbelief.
“I didn’t see this coming. They always seemed so in love,” one fan wrote. Another echoed the sentiment: “This feels unreal. They had such a solid marriage.” A third confessed, “This is the post I never wanted to see.”
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Still, some online commentators claimed the breakup didn’t surprise them, citing Kidman’s recent roles. “After all those intense films she’s been doing, I’m not shocked,” one remarked. Another added, “I figured it was coming with her last couple of movies.”
Others expressed heartbreak: “So sad for the kids,” one user wrote, while another prayed that the couple might reconcile.
According to TMZ, the pair had already been living apart since early summer, when Urban quietly moved out of their Nashville home into another property. Reports suggest it was Urban who initiated the separation—a decision that blindsided Kidman.
“She didn’t want this. She’s been fighting to save their marriage,” a source told People. Kidman, now living with their two children (ages 14 and 17), has been trying to keep life steady for the family since Urban’s departure.
Signs of Strain
While the couple appeared united in past public outings, cracks had begun to show. Back in July, during an interview on Australia’s Mix 102.3 radio show Hayley & Max in the Morning, Urban abruptly ended a live call after being asked how he felt about Kidman’s steamy scenes with younger co-stars like Zac Efron.
What began as playful chatter quickly soured when Urban’s team disconnected the line without warning, leaving the hosts stunned. “Did he just hang up on us?” they wondered aloud. The hosts later suggested Urban was sensitive about discussing his wife’s roles.
Mixed Public Gestures
Despite the mounting tension, Kidman publicly marked their wedding anniversary on June 26, posting a black-and-white photo of her hugging Urban with the caption: “Happy Anniversary Baby ❤️ @KeithUrban.”
Urban, however, did not acknowledge the milestone online. His Instagram remained focused solely on his music—tour shots, backstage moments, and performance clips.
The last photo of the couple together appeared on Urban’s account in May after he won the prestigious ACM Triple Crown Award. In it, Kidman sat beside him in the car as he beamed with pride. His caption celebrated the award and thanked fellow artists—but did not mention his wife.
A Love Once Celebrated
Just last year, Kidman spoke glowingly of their relationship in People magazine’s 50th anniversary issue. Reflecting on her support system, she said, “I’m so lucky that I have Keith, who’s just my love, my deep, deep love.”
Married in 2006, the couple became known for their affectionate red-carpet appearances and unwavering support of each other’s careers. Now, with no divorce papers filed but a clear rift between them, the future of their marriage remains uncertain.
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