In a surprising departure from their usual loved-up appearances, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban set tongues wagging at the Los Angeles premiere of her new film 'A Family Affair' on Monday night. The normally inseparable couple arrived separately and maintained noticeable distance throughout the entire event.
A Stark Contrast to Usual Red Carpet Behaviour
The Australian-born Hollywood star, 57, walked the carpet alone while her country musician husband, 56, made a solo entrance later in the evening. Eyewitnesses noted the pair barely interacted during the proceedings, with Keith appearing to keep his distance from Nicole as she posed for photographers.
This unusual behaviour marks a significant shift from their typical red carpet dynamic, where they're often seen holding hands, sharing affectionate glances, and supporting each other's projects enthusiastically.
Body Language Experts Weigh In
The couple's physical separation was impossible to ignore. Nicole dazzled in a gold sequinned gown, working the carpet professionally while Keith watched from the sidelines in a sharp black suit. At no point did they pose together for photographs or engage in the public displays of affection that have characterised their 18-year marriage.
"Their body language spoke volumes," noted one observer. "They seemed to be consciously avoiding each other's space, which is highly unusual for a couple known for their strong connection."
Recent History of Public Appearances
Just weeks earlier, the couple had presented a united front at the CMAs in Nashville, though sources noted even then that Keith seemed "subdued" during their appearance. The recent red carpet split has amplified speculation about the state of their relationship, particularly given their history of weathering challenges together.
The pair, who share two daughters Sunday Rose, 15, and Faith Margaret, 13, have always been vocal about the effort required to maintain their cross-continental marriage between Nashville and Sydney.
A Marriage That Has Endured Challenges
- Married in 2006 after a whirlwind romance
- Survived Keith's rehab stint early in their marriage
- Maintained long-distance relationship between career commitments
- Often cited as one of Hollywood's strongest unions
Representatives for both stars have yet to comment on the speculation surrounding their red carpet behaviour. Fans of the couple remain hopeful that this is simply a temporary rough patch rather than indication of more serious marital troubles.
