Nicole Kidman was reportedly determined to keep her separation from Keith Urban out of the public eye, choosing privacy over speculation as she navigated the uncertain early stages of the split. According to insiders who spoke to Radar Online, the actress made a conscious effort to shield both her family and her career from scrutiny while emotions were still raw and nothing had been formally resolved.
“People close to them were aware they had stepped back from the marriage,” a source said. “But Nicole was adamant that it stay private while feelings were still unsettled and nothing had been finalized.” Those close to Kidman say she held onto hope that the relationship could still be repaired. After nearly two decades of marriage, she reportedly believed there was a chance the union could be saved and wanted to protect her children from unnecessary upheaval while that possibility remained.
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As the source explained, “Her priority was keeping life steady and familiar for the girls.” Kidman shares two daughters with Keith Urban, and insiders say maintaining a sense of normalcy at home mattered more to her than controlling headlines or public narratives.
The source added that while Kidman is known for her intense focus and discipline in her professional life, that same commitment extends to motherhood. “Nicole brings enormous drive to her career, but she is just as committed to showing up as a mother, and that equilibrium mattered far more to her than managing public perception,” they said.
During the months when the couple’s separation was not public knowledge, speculation began circulating that the marriage had ended due to a dramatic incident, including rumors of infidelity or scandal. However, sources close to Kidman have firmly rejected those claims.
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“This was not triggered by any explosive wrongdoing,” the insider said. “After years of juggling intense professional demands, they gradually realized their paths were no longer aligned.”
Kidman and Urban married in June 2006 and were long regarded as one of Hollywood’s most stable couples. Over the years, both balanced high-profile careers that often kept them apart for extended periods, with Kidman working internationally on film projects and Urban spending long stretches on tour.
Following a period of separation, Kidman filed for divorce in September 2025, marking the end of their 19-year marriage. While the split eventually became public, sources suggest the actress’s initial insistence on privacy reflected her desire to protect her children and preserve stability during a deeply personal and painful transition.
Even as her marriage quietly unraveled, those close to Kidman say her focus remained firmly on family, not headlines.
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