The split between Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban follows years of marital challenges, including Urban’s reportedly lukewarm backing of Kidman’s career. According to a source, Kidman was keen to keep acting but felt Urban’s encouragement was lacking.

Kidman’s career slowed when their children were younger, but after her mother’s death, she found renewed drive. The insider said Kidman has been excited about working in recent years.
Court records show Kidman will have primary custody of their daughters. Urban agreed to the arrangement despite the couple splitting after nearly 20 years.