Rick Springfield offered unexpected advice to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban just two weeks after their divorce was finalized. Speaking at LAX in an interview with TMZ, Springfield addressed the recent split of the celebrity couple amid ongoing public interest in the separation.
The 76-year-old singer and actor’s brief comment came months after the announcement of the divorce, which shocked fans when it was first revealed in September of the previous year. The news once again placed the spotlight on the former partners as they transitioned into single life.
The Details Behind Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s Separation
Nicole Kidman, 58, filed for divorce from Keith Urban, also 58, on September 30 following nearly two decades of marriage. The actress cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their decision to part ways. The couple, who share two daughters—Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15—had reportedly been struggling for some time before making their split public.
The separation was a long-term development, according to reports. Throughout 2025, sources indicated the marriage had faced difficulties, resulting in a settlement agreement reached shortly after the new year to conclude divorce proceedings.
In court documents made available via the Daily Mail, both Kidman and Urban waived rights to child and spousal support. Additionally, they agreed to bear their own legal fees and expenses. Their assets, including household goods, vehicles, bank accounts, and investments, will be divided amicably, with each party retaining possessions already in their control.
Custody Arrangements and Financial Agreements in the Divorce
The custody agreement grants Kidman visitation of her daughters on 306 days annually, while Urban will have custody for 59 days. Despite both being high earners with reported monthly incomes exceeding $100,000, no child support payments are part of the arrangement.
The divorce decree also outlined that neither party wishes to continue formal financial discovery processes, streamlining the finalization of their separation without further legal entanglements over asset and debt disclosures.
Rick Springfield’s Unfiltered Response to the Divorce News
While passing through the airport, Springfield was directly asked if he had any recommendations for Kidman and Urban as they adjusted to life apart. Without hesitation, he replied, “Get laid.” When pressed about his feelings on their split, he admitted,
“I don’t know. You got me there.”
“Get laid.”
—Rick Springfield, Singer and Actor
“I don’t know. You got me there.”
—Rick Springfield, Singer and Actor
Nicole Kidman’s Focus on Family and Career After Divorce
Following the divorce, Kidman has been concentrating on spending quality time with her daughters and advancing her professional life. An insider told People magazine that she is feeling “refreshed and optimistic” for the new year as she settles into a calm routine centered around her family.
After the holidays in Australia, which is her home country, Kidman also traveled to South America before returning to Nashville with her children. The source noted that she is preparing for
“a busy and exciting year professionally,”
with multiple projects on the horizon.
Keith Urban’s Challenges Post-Separation and Relationship Rumors
Meanwhile, Urban reportedly has been struggling emotionally since the divorce, especially after spending the Christmas holiday alone and missing his youngest daughter’s recent birthday, described by one source as “a gut punch.”
One insider confided that the country star is “completely lost” amid the change. Born in New Zealand, raised in Australia, and having established his family life in the U.S., Urban feels disoriented and uncertain about where “home” truly is.
Following the split, Urban was briefly linked to fellow musician Maggie Baugh, but those rumors were denied. More recently, reports emerged suggesting he is dating 26-year-old country singer Karley Scott Collins. However, Collins publicly dismissed these claims, labeling them “absolutely RIDICULOUS and untrue.”
“Y’all, this is absolutely RIDICULOUS and untrue.”
—Karley Scott Collins, Country Singer
Despite the rumors, Urban’s daughters are said to be refusing to meet Collins, focusing on supporting their mother during this transitional period. An insider shared that the girls
“are really focused on mum right now”
and are adjusting to the changes while protecting their personal space.
Urban is reportedly attempting to balance his own life while prioritizing his daughters’ comfort, even as they remain clearly aligned with their mother’s care and well-being.
The Broader Impact and What Lies Ahead for Kidman and Urban
The divorce settlement’s amicable terms and child custody arrangements suggest both Kidman and Urban are committed to reducing conflict and maintaining stability for their daughters. Kidman’s renewed optimism and professional momentum hint at a positive personal evolution, while Urban’s challenges reveal the difficulties many face navigating life changes after long-term partnerships.
As both stars continue to embrace their single status, public interest will likely remain high in how they manage co-parenting and move forward individually. Rick Springfield’s blunt advice, while unorthodox, underscores the attention and curiosity surrounding the duo’s post-divorce lives.
