Nicole Kidman Breaks Silence — The Real Truth Behind Her $325M Divorce From Keith Urban

Hollywood was left stunned earlier this year when news broke that Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban were heading for divorce after nearly two decades of marriage. Now, after months of silence and speculation, Kidman is finally speaking out — revealing the real story behind the shocking split that could involve up to $325 million in shared assets.

In an exclusive interview with Vanity Fair, the Oscar-winning actress opened up about the emotional journey that led to the end of her marriage with the country music superstar. “This wasn’t something that happened overnight,” Kidman shared. “It was years of trying, years of loving, years of growing — but also growing apart.”

Rumors have swirled for months, with tabloids suggesting everything from infidelity and career clashes to disagreements over family and lifestyle. While Kidman remained tight-lipped during the legal proceedings, she now confirms that the decision to separate was mutual and grounded in mutual respect.

“There was no betrayal, no scandal,” she said firmly. “We just realized we wanted different things in this next chapter of our lives. That’s never easy, especially when you have children and a life built together.”

Kidman and Urban, who wed in 2006, share two daughters and a sprawling portfolio of properties in the U.S., Australia, and Europe. Their divorce settlement, rumored to be one of the largest in recent celebrity history, is estimated at $325 million, though neither party has confirmed exact figures.

According to sources close to the couple, Kidman will retain ownership of their Nashville estate, while Urban will keep the Byron Bay property in Australia. Joint custody of their daughters has reportedly been agreed upon without contest.4

Urban, who has remained largely out of the spotlight since the news broke, issued a brief statement earlier this summer: “Nicole and I have shared a beautiful life together, and I’ll always be grateful for the years we had. We continue to love and support each other as we move forward.”

Kidman echoed that sentiment in her interview, saying, “Keith will always be a part of my life. He’s the father of my children and someone I deeply admire. But now it’s time for both of us to rediscover who we are, separately.”

The couple had long been admired as one of Hollywood’s rare enduring love stories — frequently appearing together at red carpets, award shows, and supporting each other’s careers. Their split, while surprising, has largely remained free from public conflict or drama.

Fans have taken to social media to express both heartbreak and support. “If Nicole and Keith can’t make it, who can?” wrote one fan on Instagram. Others praised the couple for handling the split with grace and maturity.

As Kidman prepares for the release of her upcoming film and Urban returns to the studio for a new album, both stars seem ready to embrace their next chapters — apart, but forever connected.