FRISCO, TEXAS - MAY 08: Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman attend the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star on May 08, 2025 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have reportedly ended their marriage after two decades as one of Hollywood’s most admired couples. The news emerged on Tuesday, when TMZ confirmed that the pair had been living apart for several months, sparking a wave of reactions from fans and the public.
According to a source quoted by People, Kidman has been striving to salvage the relationship, expressing a desire to fight for their marriage. However, Urban appears to have made the decision to walk away. “She didn’t want this. She has been fighting to save the marriage,” the source stated, highlighting the emotional turmoil surrounding the split.
As the news spread, Urban’s social media channels became inundated with comments from fans defending Kidman and urging the country singer to reconsider his choice. One user commented on a pinned Instagram post, “Go back to your wife and work things out! Marriage is hard! I have been married for 55 years! Nothing is worth breaking up your marriage! Your daughters will never feel the same about you!” Others echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the emotional impact of a broken family on children.
The Instagram post in question, which has been pinned for 86 weeks, features a promotion for Urban’s single, “Straight Line.” Many fans noted Kidman’s unwavering support during Urban’s struggles with addiction, which led to his stint in rehabilitation shortly after their wedding in June 2006. One commenter lamented, “This is just heartbreaking…Nicole has stood by Keith through his addiction, two beautiful daughters. It was a fairy tale, love story. I am no longer a Keith Urban fan.” Another remarked, “She got you sober,” underscoring the depth of their past relationship.
Urban has publicly acknowledged the role Kidman played in his journey to sobriety. In an interview with Rolling Stone, he expressed gratitude for her support, stating he felt “very, very blessed” to have her encouragement. Reflecting on his recovery during a speech at South by Southwest in 2018, Urban described himself as “very lucky” to have a “loving wife” by his side.
As the situation unfolds, it is understood that Urban has moved out of their shared home in Nashville and into a separate residence nearby. While neither party has officially filed for divorce, the future of their relationship remains uncertain. The couple shares two daughters, and the impact of their separation on the family has drawn significant attention from fans and observers alike.
The emotional response from the public highlights not only the couple’s celebrity status but also the deep connections fans feel towards their relationship. As both Kidman and Urban navigate this personal crisis, their journey will undoubtedly continue to resonate with many who have followed their story over the years.
