Nicole Kidman has chosen her native Australia as the setting for her first Christmas celebration since her separation from husband Keith Urban. The 58-year-old actress flew Down Under this week, accompanied by her two daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14.
A Festive Homecoming After a Tumultuous Year
According to sources close to the Oscar-winner, spending the holiday season at home was a top priority. "This is all she wanted after a tumultuous fall," an insider revealed to People magazine. "She just wanted to celebrate Christmas at home. She's very excited." Despite the end of her nearly two-decade marriage, the source added that Kidman is feeling "very blessed" and has maintained a positive outlook, focusing on gratitude.
Her festive spirit was on full display in Sydney, where she was spotted attending a Christmas party with close friends, including Australian journalists Jessica Rowe and Peter Overton. Kidman looked elegant, showcasing a soft, voluminous perm in her signature strawberry blonde hair.
Quiet Reflection and Moving Forward
The following day, on Christmas morning, the actress was seen attending mass at St Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Lavender Bay. She dressed modestly for the occasion in a plain, long black dress, embodying a tone of quiet reflection.
This domestic tranquillity contrasts with reports concerning her ex-husband's state of mind. Keith Urban, 58, who parted ways with Kidman in September after 19 years of marriage, is reportedly grappling with the reality of their split. A source told Woman's Day magazine that the country music star is "wondering if he's made a huge mistake" and is facing a "lonely existence."
The source elaborated, "He's exhausted, isolated and looking at a future he never imagined. He's also lost his best friend, Nicole, who was also his greatest supporter in life." The financial implications of the divorce are also a factor, with the insider noting, "He's got to pay the bills - and divorce lawyers don't come cheap." Urban has recently performed at private events, including a show at Mar-a-Lago for a gathering attended by Donald Trump, as he manages his commitments.
The Path to Separation
Kidman and Urban's separation was confirmed publicly at the end of September 2024, with the actress filing for divorce on September 30, citing irreconcilable differences. Sources indicate the marriage began to unravel at the start of the summer, following months of quiet separation largely driven by conflicting work schedules.
Prior to the news becoming public, Kidman had reportedly been anxious about the public's reaction. "She's been stressed because she knew the separation would eventually become public and she was dreading it," a source said in early October. However, they noted she has since become "surprisingly level-headed" and is focused on her future and her children. In the divorce filing, Kidman has requested to be the primary residential parent for their two daughters.
