Keith Urban has captured his affection for Nicole Kidman through multiple tattoos, which have gained renewed attention following their separation. The American Idol judge, married to Kidman for 19 years, now faces public scrutiny over the ink that symbolizes their past relationship after she filed for divorce.
Meaning Behind the ‘Babygirl’ Tattoo on Urban’s Neck
Before Nicole Kidman’s involvement in the film Babygirl, Keith Urban had already tattooed the word babygirl on the back of his neck. Kidman revealed in a November 2024 interview with W Magazine for the Art that Urban reserved the nickname exclusively for her.
“Keith’s not allowed to call anyone else babygirl,”
Nicole Kidman said. “But now, because of the film, it’s taken on a different meaning. So he’s like, ‘No, I still have total rights over babygirl!’“
Urban’s Instagram video from 2023 offers a glimpse of this particular tattoo, highlighting the personal significance it held before recent developments.
Urban’s Right Bicep Displays a Tattoo of Kidman’s First Name
Another prominent mark of Urban’s commitment is the tattoo bearing Kidman’s first name, Nicole, on his right bicep. Reportedly inked in 2007, this tattoo has since been elaborately enhanced with the addition of a heart and Celtic knot designs, reflecting an enduring tribute to the actress.
The Significance of ‘Mary’ Inked on His Knuckles
In addition to the first name tribute, Urban has Nicole Kidman’s middle name, Mary, tattooed across his knuckles in large, capital letters. During a 2021 interview on QX104 Country, Urban explained one practical downside of this tattoo.
“I realized that I suddenly can’t wear any rings on that hand because otherwise her name becomes…various [words],”
he remarked.
Kidman’s Initials Are Also Part of Urban’s Body Art
Urban’s visible dedication extends further with Kidman’s initials, NMK, tattooed on his wrist. According to reports from Taste of Country, this tattoo actually serves as a cover-up of an earlier design he shared with his former partner, supermodel Niki Taylor. That original tattoo read amor vincit omnia, a Latin phrase meaning love conquers all.
It remains uncertain whether Urban will choose to modify or remove the tattoos connected to Kidman, but given his previous decision to cover up a tattoo related to his ex, such a choice would not be unexpected.
Nicole Kidman officially filed for divorce from Keith Urban on Tuesday, September 30, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split, as reported by TMZ.
The fate of these personal tattoos adds a layer of complexity to the public perception of their relationship’s end, symbolizing past intimacy now caught in an uncertain future.
