Nicole Kidman has offered her first public comments on her recent divorce from Keith Urban, sharing her feelings in a conversation that included her personal reflections on their split. The latest Nicole Kidman divorce update comes after she filed for divorce from Urban following nearly two decades together and opened up to Ariana Grande about her current state of mind.
Kidman Shares Emotional Status Following Divorce
During an interview for Interview Magazine with Ariana Grande, Kidman responded candidly when Grande asked how she was coping after the separation. The interview, which took place in October but was published on November 24, provided a glimpse into Kidman’s emotional resilience after ending her marriage to Urban, whom she married in 2006. The couple, both aged 58, had been together for 19 years before Kidman filed for divorce in late September, citing irreconcilable differences.
In the discussion, Kidman described her feelings about the support she has received from female colleagues during the filming of “Practical Magic 2” in London over the summer. She spoke warmly of her bond with her co-stars Sandra Bullock, Maisie Williams, and Joey King.
“I have such a strong relationship with all those women, so I felt protected and loved,”
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“It was just very, very safe,”
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Reflections on Early Fame and Coping With Public Scrutiny
The conversation with Grande not only covered Kidman’s divorce but also explored how both actresses managed early fame. Grande recounted the difficulties that came with her pop career’s rapid takeoff, recalling how the sudden spotlight brought big adjustments.
“There was a tricky adjustment period in the very beginning, when my pop career took off the way that it did,”
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“And I hope this doesn’t sound ungrateful, but it’s just a big adjustment when your life changes in that very drastic way,”
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Kidman shared her own experiences rising to fame after starring in “Days of Thunder” in 1990 alongside future husband Tom Cruise. She reflected on how the pressures of Hollywood became overwhelming at times, describing the isolation and fear that can come with intense public scrutiny.
“Well, you’re very young, and then suddenly you’re put into this fishbowl and everything is dissected,”
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“It starts to get very, very difficult, and then you overthink it and then you get scared and then you get hurt, and then you go, ‘Now I don’t want to go out. I don’t want to venture into this world.’ I get it,”
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She elaborated on the ongoing challenges faced by those in the spotlight.
“It’s just a constant push-pull. But I think that exists for everyone,”
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Family Dynamics and Legal Developments After the Split
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban share two daughters, Sunday, 17, and Faith, 14. Kidman also has two children, Bella and Connor, from her previous marriage to Tom Cruise. According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly, Kidman requested to be named the primary residential parent of her daughters Sunday and Faith. The proposed parenting plan would see the girls spend the majority of the year—306 days—with Kidman, and 59 days with Urban, including alternating weekends.
Documents also outlined arrangements for child support and participation in a parenting seminar as part of the divorce proceedings. The divorce was confirmed by Us Weekly on September 29, a day before Kidman filed the court documents. The legal agreement appears to prioritize the children’s stability as they transition to new routines split between parents.
Behind the Split: Insider Perspectives and Lasting Impact
The news of Kidman and Urban’s separation took many fans by surprise, yet an insider suggested this outcome had been developing quietly over time. The anonymous source, familiar with both parties, described how the couple grew apart in private, leading to a separation rooted in acceptance rather than shock.
“Keith has moved on and has been open with Nicole about where he stands,”
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“The two had grown apart quietly over time, and by the end, the decision to separate was more about acceptance than surprise,”
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Kidman’s candid reflections and focus on her well-being, coupled with her emphasis on supportive relationships and her family’s needs, highlight her approach to navigating life after divorce. As both Kidman and Urban move forward, the arrangements outlined in their parenting plan suggest continued attention to their daughters’ best interests, and Kidman’s engagement in new projects marks a step into her next chapter.
