Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce From Keith Urban After Nearly Two Decades of Marriage

Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce from Keith Urban After 19 Years of Marriage

In a surprising turn of events, Nicole Kidman has filed for divorce from her husband of nearly two decades, Keith Urban. The news, which broke on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, signals the end of a high-profile marriage that united the worlds of Hollywood and country music. Court documents, filed in Nashville, Tennessee, cite "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split.

The Timeline of the Separation

Rumors of separation began swirling earlier in the summer. TMZ initially reported that Kidman and Urban had been living apart "since the beginning of summer," a claim seemingly contradicted by the divorce filing which lists the separation date as the filing date itself. Several news outlets, including the BBC, Variety, and The Independent, also verified the separation rumors through undisclosed sources.

Legal Details and Parenting Plan

According to court documents, Kidman is seeking to be named the "primary residential parent" for their two daughters, Sunday Rose (17) and Faith Margaret (14). The divorce filings include a signed marital dissolution agreement and a parenting plan that details custody arrangements and financial agreements. The parenting plan stipulates that Kidman will have the children for 306 days per year, while Urban will have them for the remaining 59 days. Notably, neither parent is seeking child support, and they will each retain their individual assets and intellectual property rights.

A Look Back at Their Relationship

Kidman and Urban first met in 2005 at the G'Day USA Gala in Los Angeles and married in Sydney, Australia, in 2006. Early in their marriage, Urban entered rehab for substance abuse, a challenging period that both have publicly stated strengthened their bond. In the years that followed, they became known for their mutual support, attending each other’s premieres, concerts, and award shows. Urban lauded Kidman for her unwavering support during his struggles with addiction, stating she "chose love." They celebrated their 19th wedding anniversary in June 2025, with Kidman posting a loving tribute on Instagram. However, recent social media activity, including Urban's lack of a corresponding anniversary post and an abrupt end to a radio interview when questioned about Kidman, raised speculation about potential troubles within the marriage.

Reactions and Future Prospects

Sources close to Kidman indicate she is "devastated" and "betrayed" by the separation, claiming she "didn't want this" and had been "fighting to save the marriage." The divorce proceedings are expected to take at least 90 days to finalize under Tennessee law. While representatives for both Kidman and Urban have remained silent on the matter, the news has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and the country music industry. Kidman recently wrapped filming on "Practical Magic 2," while Urban is currently on his "High and Alive World Tour."

The end of this nearly two-decade long marriage marks a significant chapter closing for both Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, as they now navigate their separate futures.