Nicole Kidman and Keith Urbans Divorce Papers Detail Custody Agreement and Parenting Arrangements
After initial reports surfaced about their separation, including details of Keith Urban moving out of their shared home, one of them ultimately made the decision to end their marriage.
After years of dazzling red carpet appearances, heartfelt love songs, and a seemingly unbreakable Hollywood romance, their relationship has come to an end. This time, it appears there is no chance of reconciliation.
Divorce documents obtained in October 2025 revealed that Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, who were once inseparable, reached a custody and co-parenting agreement for their two daughters, aged 15 and 17.
According to the court documents, Kidman has been designated as the primary residential parent for their daughters.
This arrangement grants Kidman 306 days of custody each year, while Urban will have the girls for 59 days—an unequal division that gives Kidman over five times the custodial time compared to her estranged husband.
Despite the unequal parenting time, both parents agreed to jointly make significant decisions regarding their daughters’ lives. Additionally, no monthly child support payments will be exchanged.
Instead, Keith has reportedly prepaid all child support obligations, fulfilling his responsibility under what was labeled as an ‘other’ financial arrangement in the documents. The details of this agreement remain private, but it indicates a desire from both parties to resolve financial matters amicably.
Commitment to Respect and Civility
They both seem determined to avoid public drama. In a show of unity amid their separation, Nicole and Keith vowed to maintain mutual respect in their co-parenting.
As part of their agreement, neither will speak negatively about the other or their respective families in front of their daughters.
This means no mudslinging or tabloid battles—just carefully managed co-parenting. Additionally, both parents are expected to encourage a positive relationship between the girls and the other parent, ensuring that each child feels equally loved and supported in both homes.
Nicole Celebrates Urban on Father’s Day
Nine months after finalizing their terms, Nicole showcased this spirit of cooperation publicly. On June 21, 2026, the 59-year-old actress celebrated Father’s Day with a short message on social media, accompanied by two photos that quickly caught fans’ attention.
The first image featured a young Nicole with her father, Antony Kidman, who smiles at the camera while holding her outside what seems to be a residential building.
Nicole has often honored her late father over the years. Antony, an Australian psychologist and academic, passed away in 2014.
The second image showed Keith Urban with their daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, in a more relaxed family moment at home, rather than a glamorous red carpet appearance.
Nicole’s post read, ‘Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers.’ Beyond this greeting, she did not provide any additional context.
While the tribute appeared to be a simple Father’s Day acknowledgment, its timing added depth to the situation.
Why the Father’s Day Post Gained Extra Attention
Nicole’s Father’s Day message came just months after her divorce from Keith, which she filed for on September 30, 2025, in Nashville, citing irreconcilable differences.
The court documents indicated that the filing date was also the day of their separation, marking the conclusion of their 19-year marriage. This is Nicole’s second divorce, having previously been married to actor Tom Cruise from 1990 to 2001.
The news of their split sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry.
A source close to Nicole revealed that she ‘didn’t want this’ and had been ‘fighting to save the marriage.’ After the separation, her sister, Antonia Kidman, and the broader Kidman family supported her.
Conversely, another source indicated that those close to Keith believed the breakup had been anticipated for some time, noting that the couple had reportedly been living apart well before the official filing.
Nicole’s Father’s Day Message Triggered Various Reactions
On social media, many users shared their thoughts on the post. One commenter noted, ‘She never mentions her adopted children ever and that’s really weird to me sorry.’
Another person remarked, ‘👏👏 as it should be. Leave hurt and hostility behind.’ A third wrote, ‘She doesn’t love him anymore. She was just showing respect.’
In a separate discussion, someone humorously noted, ‘They confuse me like bunny and Jelly Roll!’
Another comment read, ‘Divorce or not, he’s still their father. Good on them!’ while someone else added, ‘Sweet. Just as his birthday acknowledgment was to her. That’s the way to do it. Good on both of them! 👏🏽’
Nicole’s tribute to both men coincided with another social media post just a day prior.
The Tribute Wasn’t the Only Post That Caught Attention
On June 20, Keith publicly recognized Nicole’s birthday on Facebook. His brief message attracted online attention, as some users focused on the wording while others saw it as a kind gesture.
The timing of both posts sparked further discussion, with some social media users reflecting on both exchanges.
One user humorously stated, ‘It’s like when the ex gets on the 🍻🍸 the night before and you wake up to missed calls and messages 🤣🤣 we all been there 🤗🙈 HB Nicole…..’
Another simply commented, ‘WELL…. That was weird….’ while a different user speculated about Urban’s wording, suggesting, ‘Using her middle name may be his form of sarcasm.’
Others viewed the message positively, with one fan saying, ‘Awww, that was sweet for an ex to send a lovely birthday greeting. Good for you, KU!’.
Another added, ‘That’s very sweet. Regardless of what happened, it’s beautiful. You’re an awesome dude, Keith. Always have been. Happy Birthday, Nicole! 🎂💫💗’
Reports indicated that their daughters were reportedly having a tough time with the separation.
According to reports, Nicole and Keith’s daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, sided with Nicole after the split. An insider claimed the girls were ‘completely team Nicole’ and held Keith accountable for the breakup.
This source also suggested that Keith was ‘really distraught’ about the situation and struggling with his relationship with the girls.
Although the parenting agreement suggested a picture of civility and cooperation, the court documents highlighted a more decisive reality regarding the couple’s split: Nicole Kidman was the one who officially ended their marriage.
TMZ reported that the acclaimed actress filed for divorce, effectively initiating the separation and the legal proceedings.
Nicole’s legal action now sheds new light on earlier rumors of trouble in their marriage. Reports initially revealed that the couple had separated long before the filing.
Social media erupted in disbelief when news broke that one of Hollywood’s most enduring power couples had parted ways after 19 years of marriage.
Reactions on social media ranged from shock and sadness as the news spread. One user wrote, ‘I did not see this coming. They seemed so in love with each other.’
Another echoed the sentiment, stating the separation was unexpected due to their seemingly beautiful and solid marriage. ‘This is the post I never wanted to see 😢,’ a third user expressed.
Some users claimed they had predicted trouble, pointing to Kidman’s recent film roles as a potential source of strain. ‘With all those intense movies she’s been making lately, I am not surprised…[sic]’ one observer remarked.
Another commented, ‘Watching the last couple of movies she’s made, I don’t blame him. Especially Baby Girl [sic].’ A different user noted, ‘I figured that was coming with the way her last few films have been.’
Others expressed more emotional responses, saying, ‘Praying they can work out their differences.’ One heartbroken commenter shared, ‘So sad for the children 💜.’
Reports indicated that on September 29, 2025, the couple had been living apart since early summer, when Urban quietly moved out of their Nashville residence.
This report painted a painful picture of a marriage unraveling—not by mutual agreement. A source indicated that Urban initiated the separation, surprising those close to the couple.
‘She didn’t want this… She has been fighting to save the marriage,’ a source revealed. Kidman has been doing her best to maintain stability for the family since he left.
However, in recent months, subtle signs of strain and growing public tension have emerged. While the couple previously maintained a united front at public events, recent moments hinted at a shift.
In July, Urban abruptly ended a live interview after being asked about Kidman’s recent roles featuring intimate scenes. This incident occurred during a segment on Australia’s Mix 102.3 radio show ‘Hayley & Max in the Morning,’ where he was promoting his High and Alive World Tour.
During the interview, co-host Max Burford asked Urban how he felt watching his wife in steamy scenes with younger male co-stars like Zac Efron.
What began as light banter quickly shifted as Urban’s team disconnected the call without explanation, leaving the hosts surprised. ‘Oh… why has that happened? What’s just happened here?’ Burford asked.
‘Did he just hang up on us?’ co-host Hayley Pearson questioned, later suggesting that they had ‘upset him.’ Burford remarked, ‘I thought we were vibing with Keith,’ but Pearson added, ‘He doesn’t like talking about his wife… because it’s private… He hates us.’
After the abrupt end to the interview, Pearson expressed that she had never experienced a guest hanging up during a live segment before and seemed frustrated that the question had disturbed Urban. Burford then questioned why she hadn’t stopped him from asking it if she anticipated a negative reaction.
In contrast to the reported tensions, Kidman publicly celebrated their wedding anniversary on June 26, sharing a black-and-white photo on Instagram where she embraced Urban. Her caption read, ‘Happy Anniversary Baby ❤️ @KeithUrban.’
Conversely, Urban made no public acknowledgment of the occasion, focusing his Instagram content on music—sharing live performance shots, promotional material, and behind-the-scenes glimpses from his tour.
The last post featuring Kidman on Urban’s Instagram was from May 9, when they appeared together after the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, where he received the esteemed Triple Crown Award. In the photo, Urban is smiling while holding the award, with Kidman seated beside him in the car.
Urban’s caption expressed his excitement: ‘TRIPLE CROWN!!! It was a surreal feeling and truly humbling honor to be recognized at the @acmawards last night, and a triple-sized, massive thank you to @megmoroney, @chrisstapleton, and @brothersosborne for your insanely inspired performances last night during the show. I LOVED every second of it!!!’
Just over a year prior, in April 2024, Kidman discussed their relationship during an interview with People magazine for its 50th anniversary issue.
When the interviewer mentioned her support system, she responded, ‘They’re just lovely people and I’m so lucky that I have Keith, who’s just my love, my deep, deep love.’ The couple, who married in 2006, were often seen showing affection at public events.