**Did Nicole Kidman’s Erotic-Thriller ‘Babygirl’ Cause Tension Between Her and Keith Urban?**
*By Apoorva Rastogi | October 4, 2025, 3:08 PM*
Country music star Keith Urban and acclaimed actor Nicole Kidman have reportedly split after 19 years of marriage. The news surfaced when Urban was seen performing in Hershey, Pennsylvania, without his wedding ring, sparking speculation about their relationship status.
### The Role of ‘Babygirl’ in Their Marital Strain
Sources suggest that Urban’s unhappiness with Kidman’s steamy 2024 romance drama, *Babygirl*, played a part in the couple’s difficulties. In the film, Kidman, 58, starred opposite Harris Dickinson, who is 29.
An insider told Page Six that Urban was not a fan of the movie, remarking, “Keith didn’t like the film and he didn’t even like Nicole promoting the movie.” Another source added that Urban was concerned about potential ridicule due to the film’s explicit content. This discomfort became apparent during an interview on Australia’s Mix 102.3 Hayley & Max in the Morning, when Urban abruptly ended the conversation after being asked about his wife’s intimate scenes with younger male actors.
### Nicole Kidman’s Career and Advocacy
Kidman has long been known for her dedication to films that challenge societal norms and shed light on women’s issues. Since 2017, she has committed to working with a female director at least once every 18 months. Over the last eight years, Kidman has collaborated with female directors 19 times, serving either as a producer or actress.
*Babygirl* was directed by Halina Reijn, continuing Kidman’s pattern of supporting female filmmakers in the industry.
### Keith Urban’s Public Response Amid Divorce Rumors
Despite the rumors and apparent strain in their marriage, Urban shared heartwarming photos of their two daughters, Sunday Rose (17) and Faith Margaret (14), during his recent performance. However, he has remained silent on speculation about his relationship with his 25-year-old guitarist, Maggie Baugh, who was notably absent from his latest shows.
### Background
Keith Urban has been married only once, while Nicole Kidman was previously married to Tom Cruise from 1990 to 2001. Kidman and Cruise adopted two children together, Connor and Isabella Jane.
As the situation develops, fans and followers await further statements from the couple regarding their future.
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