Nicole Kidman And Keith Urban Quietly Finalize A Major Decision
By Chukwudi Onyewuchi on January 6, 2026 at 4:45 PM EST

After nearly two decades together, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have taken a decisive step forward in ending their marriage.
With little fanfare and no public statements, the former couple has reached a comprehensive settlement that resolves custody, finances, and property.
The agreement offers a revealing look at how the two stars are choosing to move on, privately and deliberately, after months of speculation.
Nicole Kidman And Keith Urban Reach A Settlement Behind Closed Doors

Just three months after Kidman officially filed for divorce, court records confirm that she and Urban have finalized a settlement agreement that brings their 19-year marriage to a close.
Kidman, 58, cited irreconcilable differences when she filed on September 30, shortly after their separation became public.
According to documents obtained by the Daily Mail, the agreement was reached amicably, with both parties waiving any claims to spousal support or child support. Each will also cover their own legal fees and related expenses, a decision that underscores the cooperative tone of the proceedings.
A court hearing took place to formalize the agreement, though Kidman chose not to attend. She was reportedly returning from Australia at the time, opting to handle matters through her legal team instead.
Nicole Kidman’s Custody Arrangement And Family Priorities

One of the most notable elements of the settlement centers on custody of their two daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith, 14.
Under the parenting plan, Kidman will spend 306 days per year with the children, while Urban will have them for 59 days, described as “every other weekend.”
Despite both parents reporting monthly incomes exceeding $100,000, the court ordered zero dollars in child support, reflecting the terms both parties agreed to. The decision suggests a shared understanding about financial responsibility and a desire to avoid prolonged disputes. The settlement also ensures stability for the children, with schooling and daily routines remaining largely unchanged.
Urban has continued to cover private school tuition, a responsibility he reportedly intends to maintain.
How Property And Finances Were Quietly Divided

Beyond custody, the agreement addresses the division of assets accumulated during their marriage.
The divorce decree states that all property, including household furniture, appliances, vehicles, bank accounts, investments, and personal belongings, has been divided to the “mutual satisfaction” of both parties, with each retaining what is currently in their possession.
The final decree confirms that all alimony and spousal support claims are permanently waived. Any remaining court costs will be split equally, further emphasizing the balanced nature of the agreement.
While speculation has circulated about whether the couple had a prenuptial agreement, court filings do not confirm its existence. Typically, such agreements appear in divorce records, but no documentation has surfaced to clarify that detail.
Nicole Kidman And Keith Urban Avoid A Legal Battle

What stands out most in the filings is what the former couple chose not to do.
The documents reveal that both parties declined to engage in formal discovery, avoiding a process that can often turn contentious and invasive.
The decree explicitly states, “each party indicates that he or she does not want to proceed with formal discovery, including completing interrogatories and requests for production of documents, or discovery depositions, that are designed to discover assets and debts.”
This decision suggests that Kidman and Urban resolved matters privately with their attorneys, sparing themselves a drawn-out legal fight and minimizing public exposure.
With the settlement in place, the divorce is essentially complete, pending the formal signing of the final judgment.
Keith Urban Faces A Difficult Emotional Aftermath

While the legal process appears calm on paper, sources suggest the emotional reality has been far more complex for Urban.
Following the split, the country star was reportedly “wondering if he’s made a huge mistake.” After recently performing private shows for members of Donald Trump’s inner circle, Urban is said to be feeling increasingly isolated.
One source told Woman’s Day Magazine, “He’s got to pay the bills – and divorce lawyers don’t come cheap.”
The same source noted that Urban is under pressure to continue working, adding that he needs to make a living “in any way he can.”
The emotional toll appears to be weighing heavily.
Another insider painted a more somber picture, saying, “It’s a lonely existence for Keith right now – he’s exhausted, isolated and looking at a future he never imagined.”
The source continued, “He’s also lost his best friend, Nicole, who was also his greatest supporter in life. He’s wondering if he’s made a huge mistake.”