The entertainment world was stunned on Tuesday as news broke that Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, 58, and country music star Keith Urban, 57, are separating after almost 20 years of marriage.
Insiders say Nicole was left “blindsided” by the split, which comes after months of subtle signs that their relationship was under strain.
Their Last Public Appearance Together
The couple was last seen together in June at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between LAFC and Tunisia’s Esperance Sportive de Tunis.
Fans noticed a cool distance between them in the stands—a stark contrast to the PDA-filled appearances they were known for.
Upon arrival at Nashville’s Geodis Park stadium, they kept separate from each other, signaling tension before the news of their split became public.
Social Media Signals of a Strained Marriage
The pair were last pictured together on Instagram on June 25, when Nicole shared a heartfelt wedding anniversary post with a photo of Keith playing guitar on her lap, writing: “Happy Anniversary Baby.”
Keith’s minimal response—a simple love-heart emoji—stood out, especially compared to past years when he publicly celebrated their anniversaries with gushing captions and photos.
Nicole Steps Out Solo at Wimbledon
In July, Kidman attended the final day of the 2025 Wimbledon Championships without Keith.
She was seated next to Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour in the Royal Box at Centre Court.
Observers noted she appeared somber, shielding her eyes with sunglasses, though she later smiled and chatted with Anna, hinting at some light-hearted relief amid personal stress.
Keith, meanwhile, was touring across the U.S. on his High and Alive World Tour.
Surprising Move: Residency in Portugal
Also in July, Nicole applied for residency in Portugal without Keith.
Portuguese media reported she filed paperwork with the Agency for Integration, Migration, and Asylum (AIMA) while house hunting in the exclusive Costa Terra Golf & Ocean Club in Comporta—a luxury enclave frequented by celebrities.
Insiders explained Keith couldn’t attend the mandatory in-person appointment due to tour commitments but plans to apply later.
The couple continues to primarily reside in their Nashville home.
Notable Weight Loss Sparks Concern
Fans have noticed Nicole’s increasingly slender figure over the past year.
From her striking appearance at the Golden Globes in a custom Balenciaga gown to red-carpet moments at premieres and on-set shoots, her weight loss has prompted speculation.
Experts and witnesses have observed that her demanding work schedule and personal stress may have contributed to her leaner frame.
Separate Living Arrangements
Keith has been on tour since May, performing across the U.S. and Canada, while Nicole and their daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14, remain in Nashville.
TMZ reported that Keith has acquired a separate residence in the city, leaving the family compound.
Nicole has also been renting a stately London mansion while filming the Practical Magic sequel, costing a reported $87,288 per month, with Keith notably absent.
European Holiday Without Keith
In August, Nicole shared glimpses of a European vacation with her daughters, sister Antonia, and niece Lucia, with Keith nowhere in sight.
Photos included birthday celebrations and leisurely family moments, further highlighting the couple’s growing physical and emotional distance.
Nicole’s Career and Raunchy Roles
Over the years, Nicole has taken on increasingly bold roles, including in Big Little Lies, Babygirl, and A Family Affair.
In July, Keith reportedly hung up on a radio interview after being asked about his wife’s intimate scenes, though sources said he understands her work as acting and separates it from their marriage.
Reflections on a “Perfect” Marriage
Nicole has openly discussed the pressures of public perception.
In a September 2024 interview regarding her Netflix drama The Perfect Couple, she dismissed the idea of a flawless marriage, emphasizing that what is portrayed in the media rarely reflects reality.
Insider Perspective on the Split
An insider told Daily Mail that the couple’s busy schedules have kept them apart for months.
“Keith never sees Nicole, either she is filming or he is on tour.
There was a lot of love between the two and they might not divorce, but the way their pairing is now, they are not a couple,” the source explained.
A Marriage Rooted in Tradition
Nicole and Keith married in 2006 at Sydney’s Cardinal Cerretti Chapel in a traditional Catholic ceremony.
Nicole was previously married to Tom Cruise from 1990 to 2001, adopting two children during that union.
Keith and Nicole’s decades-long relationship had been admired by fans, making the split all the more shocking.