Isla Fisher expressed her surprise over the recent divorce between Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, revealing her shock during a podcast episode on October 23. The actress, who recently finalized her own divorce from Sacha Baron Cohen after 23 years of marriage, spoke about the unexpected nature of her close friends’ split and the impact it has on those involved.
During the Fly on the Wall podcast hosted by David Space and Dana Carvey, Fisher discussed her personal circumstances and the news regarding Kidman and Urban. She noted, “I’m really, really, really shocked,” highlighting her initial reaction to the separation of the couple, who share two teenage daughters. Despite reaching out, Fisher mentioned,
I have left a message, I have not connected yet, but I don’t really wanna comment on that because there are children involved.
Isla Fisher, Actress
Nicole Kidman Addresses Personal Challenges Amid Divorce
Following the announcement of Nicole Kidman’s divorce filing on September 30, the Oscar-winning actress opened up about facing hardships and growing through difficult experiences. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar published on October 9, Kidman reflected on the resilience developed over time. She shared,
The best part is the experiences that you’ve accumulated,
and continued,
You go, ‘Oh, I’ve been here before. I actually know how to handle this now.’ Or, ‘Maybe I haven’t been in this place, but I’ve experienced something similar to this, and I do know that I will get through it.’
Nicole Kidman, Actress
She conveyed a message of hope despite pain, emphasizing,
There’s something to knowing that no matter how painful, or how difficult, or how devastating something is, there is a way through.
Kidman also recognized that enduring pain requires confronting it directly, stating,
You’re going to have to feel it,
she said.
You’re not going to be able to numb it. You are going to have to feel it, and it’s going to feel insurmountable at times. You’re going to feel like you’re broken, but if you move gently and slowly—and it can take an enormous amount of time—it does pass.
Nicole Kidman, Actress
The 58-year-old also acknowledged how her children provide purpose and direction during challenging moments, explaining,
My children [give me the] purpose of being their protector and their guide,
and added,
promising them that I’m here and that, no matter what, there’s always a safe place to grow up in.
Nicole Kidman, Actress
Timeline of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s Separation and Divorce
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, who have been married since 2006, quietly separated in early summer 2025 before publicly announcing their divorce months later. Their split unfolded through a series of key events documented throughout the summer and early fall.
Early Summer Separation and Keith Urban’s Tour Launch
At the start of summer 2025, Kidman and Urban began living separately, confirmed by insiders who revealed the couple had chosen to part ways privately before making it public. On May 22, 2025, Keith Urban launched his High and Alive World Tour in Alabama, which took him across the United States, Canada, and Australia throughout the summer months.
Last Public Appearance and Anniversary Marked in June
Their final joint public event took place on June 20, 2025, at the FIFA Club World Cup in Nashville, where they were seen enjoying each other’s company with smiles and laughter. Celebrating 19 years of marriage five days later, Kidman posted a photo commemorating the milestone with the caption, Happy Anniversary Baby. Urban responded with a heart emoji but did not make a public post marking the occasion.
July Interview Incident Raises Questions
On July 1, 2025, Keith Urban sparked speculation when he abruptly ended a radio interview on Australia’s Mix 102.3 station upon being asked about Nicole Kidman’s on-screen chemistry with Zac Efron in the film A Family Affair. The host commented,
The first thing I thought of with your beautiful wife, Nicole Kidman, being on so many great movies, TV shows all the time,
followed by,
What does Keith Urban think when he sees his beautiful wife with beautiful younger men like Zac Efron having these beautiful love scenes on TV and radio?
Radio Host, Mix 102.3
Urban suddenly disconnected from the call, prompting a staff member to note,
I think his team hung up on us because they didn’t want us to ask that question.
Radio Staffer
Relocation Plans Reveal Efforts to Establish New Residences
Reports surfaced on July 24, 2025, that Nicole Kidman had applied for residency in Portugal, with Keith Urban intending to follow suit after completing his tour commitments. A source familiar with the situation explained,
Keith was unable to be in Portugal for this appointment as he is currently on tour in the U.S.,
adding,
it is mandatory for applicants to be physically present in order to apply for the visa. He is scheduled to submit his application at a later date that works with his tour schedule.
Despite seeking new homes abroad, it was confirmed both planned to keep their primary residence in Nashville, maintaining ties to the United States.
Daughters Reflect on Family Rules and Dynamics
Their eldest daughter, Sunday Rose, 17, provided insight into their family life during an interview on August 6, 2025. She described two main household rules that shaped her upbringing. Sunday shared,
The first was that I couldn’t explore any kind of fashion work until I was 16,
and continued,
the second is that school always has to come first, which at first I hated, but I am actually really glad that I have these rules in place because it keeps me in a good mindset.
Sunday Rose, Daughter of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban
Signs of Separation Grow Evident Through Public Appearances
On August 19, 2025, Nicole Kidman posted photos to Instagram featuring memories made with her daughters Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret over the summer, notably excluding Keith Urban from the collection. Captioning the images, she wrote, Summer memories. Now back to school. The absence of Urban in these family photos fueled speculation about their estrangement.
Legal Arrangements Established for Parenting and Custody
By late August, preparations for the couple’s divorce advanced with Kidman’s lawyer drafting a Child Support Worksheet and Parenting Plan. The document proposed that both parents be joint custodians of their daughters, but designated Kidman as the primary residential parent. Under the plan, the teenagers would reside primarily with their mother for 306 days annually, while Urban would have visitation every other weekend, totaling 59 days per year.
The agreement explicitly stated there would be no child support payments from either party. It also included a clause promoting respectful behavior between the parents for the sake of their children:
The mother and father will behave with each other and each child so as to provide a loving, stable, consistent and nurturing relationship with the child even though they are divorced,
further stating,
They will not speak badly of each other or the members of the family of the other parent. They will encourage each child to continue to love the other parent and be comfortable in both families.
Official Divorce Papers Signed Over Course of September
Keith Urban notarized the Marital Dissolution Agreement and Parenting Plan on August 29, 2025. The paperwork cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the divorce and confirmed that neither party would receive alimony or spousal support. The following week, on September 6, Nicole Kidman completed the legal process by signing the same documents. A judge also ordered that both participate in a mandatory parenting seminar unless granted an exemption.
Public Confirmation and Filing Marks the End of an Era
Though Kidman was still seen wearing her wedding ring on September 25 at an event held at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles, news of their split broke publicly on September 29. The couple, married for nearly two decades after meeting in 2005, officially ended their union when Kidman filed for divorce on September 30, 2025. The court in Tennessee received their Marital Dissolution Agreement and Parenting Plan that day, formalizing their separation.
Broader Implications for Those Close to the Couple
Isla Fisher’s reaction underscores the emotional impact such high-profile separations have on friends and family alike. Given Fisher’s own recent experience with marital breakdown, her empathy and concern for Kidman and Urban’s children highlight the complex emotions involved in navigating public and private grief. As the divorced pair work through custody and new living arrangements, the unfolding chapters of their personal journeys remain closely watched by fans and media.
