Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban in Nashville
In a high-profile turn of events, Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman has filed for divorce from country music star Keith Urban in Nashville, marking the latest development in their long-running relationship. Reports from TMZ and People confirmed the filing, though neither outlet disclosed the petition’s exact date or other specifics. The couple had already been living apart, with The Times confirming earlier this year that Kidman and Urban had separated after 19 years of marriage.
The documents indicate the spouses signed a Marital Dissolution Agreement, which includes a parenting plan, a child support worksheet, and a Parenting Seminar Order. While details about asset division or spousal support have not been publicly disclosed, the filings suggest a structured approach to navigating their split and co-parenting duties for their two daughters.
Kidman, 58, and Urban, 57, have kept their private life relatively shielded despite decades in the spotlight. Representatives for both stars did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Tuesday. Public interest in their split remains high, given the duo’s two-decade history together and Kidman’s prominent film career alongside Urban’s touring schedule.
A look back at a two-decade romance
The couple’s story began more than 20 years ago at the G’Day USA gala in Los Angeles, where a chance introduction—assisted by Australian actor Geoffrey Rush—set the foundation for a relationship that would endure long after many celebrity marriages have ended. They tied the knot in June 2006, exchanging vows in an intimate ceremony in Sydney, Australia. Over the years, their family grew with two daughters: Sunday Rose, born in 2008, and Faith Margaret, born in 2010. Kidman also shares two children with her ex-husband Tom Cruise, underscoring a life marked by deep ties to the film industry and long-standing collaborations with Urban.
Publicly, Kidman and Urban presented a united front for years as they balanced demanding careers with family life. Yet the strains of two high-profile careers and separate professional commitments have been evident at times, and the couple began living apart earlier this year. Urban, who kicked off the High and Alive world tour in May, reportedly moved out of the family home in Nashville and established a separate residence in the same city, highlighting the practical steps involved in a separation of this magnitude.
What comes next for the family
As the divorce proceedings unfold, the focus is likely to be on parenting arrangements and the long-term financial and logistical underpinnings of co-parenting. The Marital Dissolution Agreement’s inclusion of a parenting plan and a child support worksheet signals an intention to address how Kidman and Urban will raise their daughters with stability and clear expectations. The Parenting Seminar Order suggests that both parties are committed to engaging in a constructive process for the sake of their family, a step many divorcing couples pursue to mitigate conflict and ensure a smoother transition for the children.
For fans and observers, the divorce underscores the ongoing reality that even relationships framed as enduring can encounter chapters of change. While the public has watched the evolution of Kidman’s film career and Urban’s touring life—often in parallel—this next phase will be defined not only by professional achievements but also by how the family navigates life apart from a shared household in Nashville.
Public reaction and next steps
With both sides not issuing immediate comment, details remain sparse. Entertainment outlets will continue to track court filings and any further statements that offer insight into timelines, asset divisions, and forthcoming legal steps. As this story develops, the focus for many remains on the well-being of the couple’s children and the practicalities of ongoing co-parenting in a high-profile family.
