Nicole Kidman has provided a rare and open Nicole Kidman divorce update, sharing her feelings after formally separating from husband Keith Urban at the end of September. Speaking with Ariana Grande during an Interview Magazine conversation in October, the Oscar-winning actress offered insight into her personal state and family arrangements after nearly two decades of marriage.
Kidman Discusses Well-Being After Filing for Divorce
In a candid interview published on November 24, Nicole Kidman revealed how she is coping with her recent split from Keith Urban, with whom she has two daughters, Sunday and Faith. When asked about her current state by singer Ariana Grande, Kidman responded, “I’m hanging in there,” highlighting an ongoing process of adjustment following her decision to file for divorce on September 30, just after their 19th wedding anniversary.
The interview took place on October 19, several weeks after Kidman had submitted divorce papers, marking a significant shift in her personal life. Despite the heavy circumstances, Kidman spoke about positive experiences from her recent work in London, where she filmed “Practical Magic 2” alongside respected costars Sandra Bullock, Maisie Williams, and Joey King.
Support from Colleagues on Set and Reflections on Fame
During the discussion, Kidman expressed appreciation for her bonds with other actresses on set, stating,
“I have such a strong relationship with all those women, so I felt protected and loved,”
and
“It was just very, very safe.”
— Nicole Kidman, Actress. This camaraderie appeared to offer a sense of comfort after the changes in her family life.
The conversation with Grande also touched on career trajectories, with both stars sharing their experiences of achieving fame at a young age. Grande mentioned,
“There was a tricky adjustment period in the very beginning, when my pop career took off the way that it did,”
and
“And I hope this doesn’t sound ungrateful, but it’s just a big adjustment when your life changes in that very drastic way.”
— Ariana Grande, Singer. Kidman, who gained international recognition following her role in “Days of Thunder” and her high-profile marriage to Tom Cruise, reflected on her own challenges adapting to stardom.
She recalled,
“Well, you’re very young, and then suddenly you’re put into this fishbowl and everything is dissected,”
and
“It starts to get very, very difficult, and then you overthink it and then you get scared and then you get hurt, and then you go, ‘Now I don’t want to go out. I don’t want to venture into this world.’ I get it.”
— Nicole Kidman, Oscar Winner. The actress added,
“It’s just a constant push-pull. But I think that exists for everyone.”
— Nicole Kidman, Oscar Winner.
Family Arrangements and Legal Steps Following Separation
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban began their relationship with a whirlwind romance and married in 2006, building a family that included Sunday, 17, and Faith, 14. Kidman also has two older children, Bella and Connor, from her previous marriage to Tom Cruise. Their split became public on September 29 and was quickly followed by Kidman’s divorce filing, citing irreconcilable differences.
Legal records confirm Kidman submitted a proposed parenting plan addressing child support and custody of the couple’s daughters. The plan asks for Kidman to be named the primary residential parent, proposing that Sunday and Faith spend most of the year—306 days—with their mother, while Urban would see the girls for 59 days, including alternating weekends.
Industry observers and fans were surprised by the announcement, yet, according to an unnamed insider, the separation had been developing quietly for some time. The source shared,
“Keith has moved on and has been open with Nicole about where he stands,”
and
“The two had grown apart quietly over time, and by the end, the decision to separate was more about acceptance than surprise.”
— Insider.
What Lies Ahead for Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s Family
Though the news of their breakup resonated widely in entertainment circles and among the public, current signs suggest both Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are focused on adjusting to their new reality while shaping a stable family structure for their daughters. Kidman’s participation in high-profile projects like “Practical Magic 2” and her continued collaboration with notable figures such as Sandra Bullock, Maisie Williams, and Joey King indicate a commitment to her career amidst personal change.
This Nicole Kidman divorce update sheds light on the complexities and emotional nuances faced by prominent figures handling public and private upheaval. As Kidman and Urban navigate this transition, their ongoing communication and careful legal planning for Sunday and Faith’s well-being will remain under observation by both fans and media. Future developments may further illuminate how each will continue balancing professional demands, personal recovery, and co-parenting responsibilities.
