The Shocking Reason They Split: Keith Urban Called Nicole Kidman Out, Blindsiding Her After 19 Years
Nicole Kidman, 58, and Keith Urban, 57, have separated after 19 years of marriage and two daughters. The revelation sent shockwaves through Hollywood. Insiders tell the Daily Mail that the split was driven by a long‑standing lack of intimacy and their busy schedules—he tours, she films—keeping them apart. “Keith never sees Nicole, either she is filming or he is on tour,” a source says. The couple’s future remains uncertain; reconciliation is possible, but they are not currently acting as a couple.
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The Fracture Deepens: Distance, Careers, and a Fading Flame
Friends describe a marriage weakened by time apart and demanding careers. Urban’s touring schedule and Kidman’s filming commitments left little space for the couple to connect. “The intimacy isn’t there; they are just going through the motions of being married,” an insider said. The holiday season and Urban’s upcoming birthday are seen as potential turning points. They share two daughters: Sunday Rose (17) and Faith Margaret (14).
The Confrontation That Triggered It All
Urban is described as having instigated the split, voicing unhappiness and “calling her out.” Kidman was said to be blindsided by the move. The couple’s separation follows a long period of distance, with their two girls remaining central to the family’s life: Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret.
Two Homes, One Family: Life on Pause
Urban has been on the High and Alive World Tour since May, while Kidman and the children are based in Nashville at a $4 million compound. TMZ reports Urban has acquired his own Nashville residence and moved out of the family home. Over the summer, Kidman spent time in England filming the Practical Magic sequel and rented a Hampstead mansion for about £65,000 per month.
What Comes Next: Reconciliation, Distance, or New Beginnings
Sources say there’s a path back if they address the core issues and reconnect emotionally. They reportedly speak daily when apart, but the time apart has grown since Nicole’s mother’s death last September. Reps for the couple have not commented. Kidman has previously reminded audiences that “There’s no perfect anything” about marriage. Their history also includes Kidman’s earlier marriage to Tom Cruise (1990–2001) and their two adopted children.
