Story perspectives

Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce After 19 Years

10/3/2025

Summary

Kidman Files Divorce

Nicole Kidman filed for divorce from Keith Urban on September 30, 2025, ending 19 years of marriage.
They lived apart since June; the split blindsided Kidman.
Kidman will be the primary residential parent for Sunday Rose (17) and Faith Margaret (14); the couple will waive spousal/child support and make joint upbringing decisions.

Summary

Urban Initiates Divorce

Insiders say Urban initiated the divorce; Nicole Kidman felt devastated, having tried to save it.
In a concert, Keith Urban replaced 'The Fighter' lyrics from Kidman to Maggie Baugh.
Chuck Baugh, Urban's father-in-law, says their relationship is strictly professional despite rumors.
They have lived apart since summer; Urban moved to a Nashville residence, and dissolution names Kidman as residential parent.

History

Historical Context

Nicole Kidman's divorce from Tom Cruise in 2001 underscored the challenges of celebrity marriages, with Cruise citing irreconcilable differences. Following her 2006 marriage to Keith Urban, their relationship faced similar pressures, leading to their separation in September 2025. Their decision to waive spousal support reflects a trend among high-profile couples prioritizing co-parenting over financial disputes, emphasizing personal well-being amid public scrutiny.

1 of 3

Kidman Files Divorce

Nicole Kidman filed for divorce from Keith Urban on September 30, 2025, ending 19 years of marriage.
They lived apart since June; the split blindsided Kidman.
Kidman will be the primary residential parent for Sunday Rose (17) and Faith Margaret (14); the couple will waive spousal/child support and make joint upbringing decisions.

1 / 3