What TMZ Is Reporting
Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman and country star Keith Urban are reportedly separating after 19 years of marriage. American entertainment outlet TMZ, citing multiple sources, reported on September 29 that the Australian-American couple have been living apart “since the beginning of summer,” and that Kidman does not want the separation. The cause of their split remains unclear, and there has been no official confirmation from representatives as of this writing.
TMZ notes that Kidman has been focused on their two daughters, while Urban has moved out of the family home in Nashville. The report adds that Urban has bought his own house in Tennessee’s capital city, which would mark a concrete shift in the couple’s living arrangements.
Timeline and Key Moments
Kidman and Urban wed in June 2006, having met at a gala in January 2005. They have two daughters, aged 14 and 17, and have often shared snapshots of family life with fans on social media. Kidman marked the couple’s 19th wedding anniversary in June with a post wishing her husband a “Happy Anniversary Baby,” to which Urban replied with a heart emoji. Their last public appearance together was in June at a FIFA Club World Cup match in Nashville. In May, Urban posted a clip from a car with his wife after attending the Academy of Country Music Awards, referring to the moment as part of a “Triple Crown” of recognition.
Reports later confirmed that Kidman had applied to become a resident of Portugal, with Urban unable to attend the appointment due to touring obligations in the United States. The couple had been touring separately in recent months, with Urban continuing his High and Alive World Tour since May, including a stop in Alabama and upcoming dates in the U.S. through the autumn.
Family, Career, and Public Life
Kidman’s career, which includes an Academy Award for Best Actress for The Hours (2002), has remained high-profile, while Urban has built a parallel career as a country musician and television personality. The couple’s long marriage, marked by public collaborations and joint appearances, has helped shape their status as one of Hollywood and Nashville’s most recognizable pairs.
Outside their professional lives, the pair have faced the same challenges many couples experience, including balancing demanding careers with parenting. TMZ’s report emphasizes Kidman’s involvement with their daughters during this period, with Urban’s departure from the family home potentially signaling a new living arrangement while both parties reportedly pursue their individual paths.
What’s Next for Fans and the Industry
As with many celebrity cases, questions about divorce timelines, custody arrangements, and financial settlements often emerge in the wake of such reports. At this stage, no formal statements have been issued by Kidman, Urban, or their representatives. Fans and industry observers will be watching for any official updates, possible statements about co-parenting plans, and whether the couple will make future public appearances together.
For followers of Kidman’s and Urban’s work, the separation is a pivot point in a long-standing career arc. Kidman continues to balance major film projects with family life, while Urban is on the road with touring commitments. The next months may reveal more details about how they navigate parenthood and professional commitments while maintaining their privacy.
Public Posts and Social Media
Public expressions of affection and family moments have been a feature of their public relationship. Kidman’s social media posts earlier in the year highlighted summers with their children, while Urban’s posts around the ACMs pointed to a celebratory period in his career. Whether future posts will address the split remains to be seen, but fans often look to these channels for cues on how the couple will approach life after separation.
Context and History
Kidman’s prior marriage to Tom Cruise, with whom she shares two adopted children, is a well-documented chapter of her life. Urban’s relationship history—this being his first marriage—adds another layer of context to the present situation. As two high-profile figures navigate personal change, observers will likely seek insight into how their family life and professional endeavors evolve in the months ahead.
