Nicole Kidman observed her first Thanksgiving after filing to end her 19-year marriage to country singer Keith Urban, with a focus on her family and personal health in Nashville. The annual holiday was marked by Kidman’s participation in a charity run with her daughters and extended family, highlighting her approach to life as she transitions from her high-profile relationship.
Family Bonds and Thanksgiving Traditions
This November, Nicole Kidman shared with fans how she spent Thanksgiving, her first major holiday since announcing her split from Urban in late September. In a photo posted to her Instagram Stories on November 28, the Academy Award-winning actress posed with her daughters Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, 17, and Faith Margaret Kidman Urban, 14, as well as a larger group, just before embarking on a five-mile charity run in Nashville. The group was seen in matching turkey-themed event shirts and displaying their race numbers, while the actor captioned the moment with, So thankful… xx.
Kidman, who is also mother to Bella Kidman Cruise and Connor Cruise from her previous marriage to Tom Cruise, appeared to embrace the festive and reflective nature of the day. The photo marked a public moment of togetherness amid private upheaval, signaling her focus on a supportive family unit.
A Timeline of the Summer Split and Separation
E! News verified in September that Kidman and Urban had been living apart since the beginning of the summer. Reports described how Kidman remained at the couple’s shared Nashville home with their two teenage daughters, while Urban found separate accommodation in the same city. Despite years of being seen as one of the entertainment industry’s stable couples, the two navigated separate routines through the critical months preceding their divorce filing.
Keith Urban’s Summer Tour: A Period Apart
The separation between Kidman and Urban unfolded during a busy summer for them both. On May 22, Urban launched his High and Alive World Tour in Alabama, spending subsequent months traveling throughout the United States, Canada, and Australia. This demanding schedule was noted as one factor limiting the couple’s time together in the months before the public announcement of their split.
Last Public Display as a Couple
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s final appearance together occurred on June 20, when they attended the FIFA Club World Cup in Nashville. Witnesses recalled the pair laughing during the event, but it later became clear that this would be their last significant public outing as a unit before moving forward with their separation.
Marking Their Nineteenth Wedding Anniversary amid Strains
On June 25, the couple reached their nineteenth wedding anniversary. Kidman made a social media post honoring Urban with the message, Happy Anniversary Baby, to which Urban responded with a heart emoji, though he did not make a separate post himself. This brief exchange underscored the subtle changes in their relationship dynamics as the couple approached their eventual split.
Interview Incident Hints at Rising Tension
Tensions appeared to become public during a July 1 media appearance. While on Australia’s Mix 102.3’s Hayley & Max in the Morning, Urban abruptly ended an interview after a host asked about Kidman’s on-screen chemistry with her co-star Zac Efron. The radio staff observed that Urban disconnected from the call unexpectedly.
“The first thing I thought of with your beautiful wife, Nicole Kidman, being on so many great movies, TV shows all the time,”
the radio host remarked, 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
After the event, a staff member added,
“I think his team hung up on us because they didn’t want us to ask that question.”
— Radio Staffer, Mix 102.3
Urban’s representatives did not offer public comments on the abrupt end to the interview.
International Moves and Life Changes
By late July, it emerged that Kidman had initiated an application for residency in Portugal, a move Urban reportedly planned as well, though ongoing tour commitments initially delayed his application. A source indicated,
“Keith was unable to be in Portugal for this appointment as he is currently on tour in the U.S.,”
with confirmation that,
“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.”
— Source with knowledge of the situation, E! News
Despite international moves, the couple intended to keep a permanent residence in Nashville, further highlighting the complexity of their evolving circumstances.
Insight into Parenting and Family Structure
Throughout the summer, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s commitment to their children remained evident. On August 6, daughter Sunday Rose described in a Nylon interview,
“The first was that I couldn’t explore any kind of fashion work until I was 16,”
and added,
“and 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 Kidman Urban, Daughter
Significantly, August also saw Kidman share social media moments with her teens, with Urban absent from the images. Online captions like, Summer memories. Now back to school. aligned with this new phase in their collective family life.
Custody and Legal Proceedings
In late August, Kidman’s legal counsel prepared a Child Support Worksheet and Parenting Plan, detailing that both parents would serve as joint custodians of Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret. However, Kidman was named the primary residential parent, with the children scheduled for 306 days with their mother each year and 59 days with their father on alternating weekends. Legal documentation explicitly stated that neither party would be responsible for paying child support.
The agreement further outlined,
“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,”
continuing,
“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.”
— Document included in Parenting Plan
On August 29, Urban signed and notarized the Marital Dissolution Agreement and Parenting Plan, followed by Kidman a week later on September 6. A judge then ordered both to complete a parenting seminar unless exempted, in accordance with official procedure.
Nicole Kidman’s Public Presence Post-Split
Despite completing legal steps toward dissolution of her marriage, Kidman was still seen wearing her engagement ring at a Los Angeles event at the Academy Museum on September 25. This gesture drew attention to the complexities of high-profile separations, and the emotional weight they carry even after formal agreements are reached.
Public Confirmation and Divorce Filing
News of the couple’s separation was confirmed on September 29, capturing widespread attention due to the high-profile nature of both Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, who began their relationship in 2005. The following day, Kidman filed for divorce, listing September 30, 2025, as the official date of separation as well as the filing date. Their Marital Dissolution Agreement and Parenting Plan were submitted to a Tennessee court for approval alongside the filing.
Personal Support and Looking Ahead
Throughout her separation, Kidman found sources of support within her professional circle. In a recent interview with Ariana Grande for Interview magazine, the actress said she felt protected while working on “Practical Magic 2” with Sandra Bullock, Joey King, and Maisie Williams.
“I have such a strong relationship with all those women, so I felt protected and loved,”
Kidman stated, adding,
“It was just very, very safe.”
— Nicole Kidman, Actress, Interview Magazine
Fans and observers continue to look for insight into Kidman’s journey as she navigates both personal transformation and her ongoing career, with her focus keyword, Nicole Kidman Thanksgiving after breakup, now reflecting this new era in her life. While the full impact of the divorce will take time to unfold, the public narrative is likely to spotlight her efforts to maintain stability for her children and focus on supporting relationships moving forward.
