Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Divorce: Inside Their Empire

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban were among the leading couples in Hollywood until their recent split.

The couple met in 2005 and were married shortly after in 2006. They welcomed their first child, daughter Sunday Rose, in 2008, followed by daughter Faith Margaret in 2010. Kidman also has children Isabella and Connor, whom she adopted during her marriage to ex-husband Tom Cruise.

“I wish I could have met him much earlier and had way more children with him. But I didn’t,” Kidman expressed about her relationship with Urban in a July 2015 interview with Vogue. “If I could have had two more children with him, that would have been just glorious. But as Keith says, ‘The wanting mind, Nicole. Shut it down.’”

Over the years, Kidman and Urban supported each other through their careers. However, things took a turn in September 2025 when Us Weekly reported that the couple had separated after 19 years. Shortly after, Kidman filed for divorce, listing “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their separation.

Continue reading for an in-depth look at the professional journeys of both celebrities during this challenging time:

Keith Urban’s Path to Musical Success

Urban began his music career in Australia before relocating to Nashville in 1992. He initially served as the lead guitarist for The Ranch, a band that released its only album in 1997. The following year, Urban embarked on a solo career, quickly gaining recognition with accolades such as the Top New Male Vocalist Award at the 2001 Academy of Country Music Awards and the Horizon Award from the Country Music Association.

His 2002 album Golden Road featured his first chart-topping single, “Somebody Like You.” The album achieved triple platinum status and included the Grammy-winning track “You’ll Think of Me.”

Continuing his successful trajectory, Urban has released 13 studio albums and garnered several Grammy awards, being inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2012.

Recent Ventures of Keith Urban

In addition to making music, Urban has participated in talent competitions, serving as a coach on the Australian version of The Voice and judging on American Idol for three seasons. He also appeared in the 2020 documentary Slim and I, discussing the influence of Slim Dusty and Joy McKean on his career.

In 2023, Urban launched a residency in Las Vegas at the Fontainebleau and released a new album, High, in the following year. He commenced his High and Alive World Tour in early 2025.

Before hitting the road, Urban shared his philosophy about balancing work and family, stating that although they don’t impose strict boundaries on time away, he prioritizes being with his loved ones.

“I don’t want to spend excessive time away from my family, so there isn’t a specific rule. I’m fortunate that my touring schedule consists of three back-to-back shows followed by a few days off,” he reflected in a May 2025 interview with Yahoo Entertainment.

Nicole Kidman’s Journey to Stardom

Kidman’s acting career began in Australia in 1983, though she paused her work due to her mother’s battle with breast cancer. Four years later, she returned to the screen with the miniseries Vietnam.

Kidman gained global recognition with her role in the 1989 thriller Dead Calm, followed by a breakout performance in Days of Thunder alongside Cruise. Her filmography boasted critically acclaimed projects like Billy Bathgate and To Die For, alongside popular films including Practical Magic and Batman Forever.

She achieved her first Golden Globe and an Academy Award nomination for her role in Baz Luhrmann‘s Moulin Rouge! in 2001, followed by winning her Oscar for The Hours the next year, becoming the first Australian actress to earn the accolade.

Kidman received her first Emmy nomination in 2012 for Hemingway & Gellhorn and returned to television in 2017 with her role in Big Little Lies, winning two Emmys for acting and producing respectively.

Recent Projects of Nicole Kidman

Kidman has remained active in the film industry. In 2021, she depicted the iconic actress-comedian Lucille Ball in Being the Ricardos, directed by Aaron Sorkin. This role earned her yet another Golden Globe and her fifth Oscar nomination. Kidman also became known for her memorable AMC Theaters commercial in the same year. In 2023, she starred in and executive-produced the Paramount+ series Special Ops: Lioness.

The year 2024 saw her in films like A Family Affair and Babygirl. She also produced and appeared in the Netflix series The Perfect Couple, along with the second season of Lioness and voiced a character in the animated film Spellbound. The next year, she was featured in Holland and executive-produced The Last Anniversary.

Kidman has many upcoming projects, including the Scarpetta series, Practical Magic 2, and Margo’s Got Money Troubles.

Despite her busy schedule, Kidman has emphasized the importance of family time, often having her family join her during work-related travel.

“I’m open to traveling, which many find challenging. My kids enjoy traveling, although they might be less inclined now that they’re older. They’re still curious about the world and their passports reflect it,” she shared in a September 2024 L’Officiel interview.

Keith Urban’s Financial Success

As reported by the New Zealand Herald, Urban’s net worth is estimated at $114 million.

Nicole Kidman’s Financial Standing

Kidman’s net worth is reported to be around $375 million, according to the New Zealand Herald. In 2024, Forbes recognized her as one of the highest-paid actors globally, with earnings of $41 million that year.

Kidman and Urban’s Property Holdings

Throughout their time together, Kidman and Urban have built an extensive real estate portfolio, reportedly owning at least 11 properties worldwide, including a penthouse in Sydney and a luxury mansion in Beverly Hills. Their primary residence is a 36-acre farm located near Nashville, and together their real estate holdings are valued at around $36 million, according to Page Six.

Timeline of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s Separation

On September 29, news broke of Kidman and Urban’s separation after nearly twenty years of marriage. The following day, Kidman filed for divorce, requesting to be designated the “primary residential parent” of their minor children, as per documents obtained by Us. The filing also included a marital dissolution agreement, which both parties signed and contained a parenting plan, child support arrangements, and a “parenting seminar order.”

A close source from Nashville revealed to Us in October 2025 that Urban and Kidman had “quietly separated” before the public announcement, attempting to work through their issues.

“They had been quietly separated for some time but needed to determine if a divorce was the right decision. Kidman remained hopeful that they could reconcile,” commented the insider.