Keith Urban Previously Shared Struggles in Nicole Kidman Marriage

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Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have navigated rough waters in their marriage before.

Over a year prior to the couple’s split, the singer revealed how his previous struggles with addiction created difficulties at the beginning of their relationship.

In a speech at the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award Gala in April 2024, Keith, 57, reminisced about his marriage to Nicole, 58. According to People, he said, “We got married in June 2006, and just four months later, my struggles with addiction-which I hadn’t addressed-essentially destroyed our marriage.”

Just four months after getting married, the Grammy-winning singer went to rehab for three months. He remembered being unsure if his wife, Nicole, would remain with him, especially as they share daughters Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14.

I honestly didn’t know what the future held for us… and if you’re curious to see a true example of love, pay attention to this story,” he went on. “Nic overcame all the doubts and negativity – even her own inner critic – and she chose love. And here we are tonight, 18 years later.”

However, earlier this year, Keith seemed hesitant to talk about their relationship. While speaking with Australian radio show Hayley & Max in the Morning on Mix 102.3, he quickly changed the subject when the conversation turned to the Oscar winner’s 2024 romantic comedy A Family Affair, which featured her alongside Zac Efron.

During the interview, host Max Burford started by saying, “With your wife, Nicole Kidman, constantly appearing in so many successful movies and TV shows, I was wondering…” He then asked Keith, “What goes through your mind when you see Nicole acting in romantic scenes with younger actors like Zac Efron on television and radio?”

Within seconds, Keith disappeared from the virtual call.

A radio staff member informed Max and his cohost Hayley Peterson that “He’s no longer connected to Zoom.” They believed the person’s team had intentionally disconnected the call, likely to avoid a particular question.

For a look back at happier times in Keith and Nicole’s romance, keep reading.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman were seen holding hands in November 2024 as they entered Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry. Urban performed a concert there that evening.

Keith posted this picture on Instagram showing him singing to Nicole, as a way to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary.

The couple made it a family outing, bringing their daughters Sunday Rose (wearing the floral dress) and Faith Margaret (in the orange gown) to the red carpet event.

Joining them were Nicole’s niece Sybella Hawley, her sister Antonia Kidman, and brother-in-law Craig Marran.

Keith shared this selfie on the couple’s 16th anniversary.

The actress lovingly touched her husband’s face on the red carpet.

At the 2020 Golden Globe Awards, Keith lovingly held Nicole’s hand. She was up for the Best Actress award in the TV Series (Drama) category thanks to her performance in Big Little Lies.

This cute moment between the couple was captured at the 2019 ACM Awards. 

The actress cuddled up to her husband during the semi-finals match at the Australian Open. 

The fan-favorite couple embraced after Keith’s win at the 2018 CMA Awards. 

Nicole and Keith embraced onstage during Lincoln Center’s American Songbook Gala. 

#Selfie! The country singer and actress posed for a picture at the CMA Awards. 

In this 2017 Emmy Awards pic, it was Keith’s turn to look down as Nicole leaned in.

The two were gazing into each other’s eyes again, and Nicole made the moment even cuter by gently cupping Keith’s face with her hands.

The pair appeared completely captivated by each other while on the red carpet at the premiere of The Killing of a Sacred Deer.

Keith and Nicole shared a sweet moment at the country music gathering.

The A-list couple shared an intimate kiss in this adorable Facebook picture.

In this photo, the couple did a slightly different version of their usual pose. Rather than looking directly at each other, Nicole glanced down while Keith gently leaned in to whisper something to her.

This candid pic proves that the couple does this pose IRL and not just on the red carpet.

The couple strike their signature pose—leaning in and staring into each other’s eyes.

The Hollywood couple share a tender moment in front of the cameras.

Keith and Nicole only had eyes for each other at the film event.

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2025-09-30 03:48