Nicole Kidman–Keith Urban divorce turns bitter as new claims rock family image

While Nicole Kidman stunned Hollywood at the Oscars in a golden Chanel gown, her ex-husband Keith Urban was reportedly going through a personal crisis thousands of miles away in London. Their separation in September 2025, following 19 years of marriage, has evolved into a very public drama, with insiders suggesting reconciliation appears far off.

Sunday Rose’s Comments Leave Keith “Stunned”

Sources indicate that Urban was left “stunned” by the reaction of their daughter, Sunday Rose, who, in a latest interview with Elle Australia expressed gratitude solely to her mother for mentorship and inspiration, completely excluding her father. “Keith is in shock, as if he doesn’t even exist,” the insiders disclosed. Friends of Kidman insist she is not turning her daughters against their father. The girls reportedly spend 306 annually with their mother, compared to Urban’s 59 days, including holidays.

Alleged Midlife Crisis and Changing Dynamics

Reports suggest that Urban’s behavior has recently resulted in concerns. According to New Idea, he is facing a “midlife crisis,” seeking a “free single life” that allegedly includes socializing with younger women. Insiders emphasize that the daughters continue to be firmly on their mother’s side. “They protect Nicole and are angry at Keith for everything he’s done. They see the situation with their own eyes and make their own decisions,” a source stated. Urban reportedly knows their stance, but understands he has a long road ahead to rebuild trust and family connections.

Sources claim the singer’s midlife crisis has changed him, impacting communication with Kidman. “Keith seems to genuinely desire singlehood, almost like a midlife crisis post-split. He has become a completely different individual. It’s as though she no longer recognizes him,” a source stated to the Daily Mail.

Children Making Their Own Choices

Sunday Rose’s omission of her father in Elle Australia dueled speculation regarding whether Kidman may have influenced her daughters against Urban. Sources dismiss this, emphasizing that the children are mature enough to make independent decisions. “Nicole hasn’t turned the kids on him; they’ve made their own choices about their dad,” an insider described. “She isn’t like that. Keith hasn’t tried much to make things better in their eyes. The girls have always been very close with their mother. They are her everything.”

The children’s loyalty to Kidman is clear. “The girls are definitely Team Nicole – they’re in her corner, they’re hurt and angry on her behalf,” another source stated. Kidman is said to reciprocate this protective energy, mindful of her older children from her previous marriage to Tom Cruise. “They’re really close to her. Nicole decided that she had a second chance at motherhood and has always taken it seriously after everything that happened with Tom Cruise and those kids,” the source further said.

Urban reportedly feels the strain of the daughters’ distance. “Keith knows they’re mad at him, and it’s hurtful. He’s really worried about his relationship with them both,” an insider cited. “He’s hurt, but he feels like he can patch things up. He doesn’t blame Nicole, and it doesn’t seem like she’s alienating them from him. But he knows he has a lot of work to do to repair things with them. But he’s determined to do it.”

Nicole’s Perspective and Moving Forward

In a recent interview with Variety, Kidman talked about her divorce openly. When asked if she was “doing all right” since the split , she stated, “I am, because I’m always going to be moving toward what’s good.” Reflecting on her past year, she said, “[Last year] I was quiet. I had other things going on. I was in my shell. Now I’m in a place of saying, ‘2026. Here we go.'” Kidman also confirmed she has no intentions to leave Nashville, citing, “We have our life here. I’m part of the city and community for 20 years. It’s my home.”

FAQs:

Q1. Why did Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban divorce?
The couple ended their marriage after 19 years, reportedly due to personal and relational differences. Public statements suggest both are focused on co-parenting their children.

Q2. How are their children coping with the divorce?
Sources say the daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith, are closer to their mother and making independent decisions. They reportedly understand the family dynamics and remain supportive of both parents in their own ways.