Keith Urban's Close Friend Shares Update on Singer's Post-Divorce Life
Country music star Keith Urban's close friend and fellow musician Russell Dickerson has provided a revealing glimpse into how the artist has been coping since his high-profile divorce from actress Nicole Kidman. The update comes amid swirling rumors about Kidman's potential new romance with longtime friend and fellow Australian actor Simon Baker.
The Divorce Timeline and Current Situation
Urban, 58, and Kidman, 58, separated in September 2025 after nearly two decades of marriage, with their divorce being finalized in January 2026. The former couple share two daughters: Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15. Their separation marked the end of one of Hollywood's most enduring partnerships, which had lasted for 19 years before their split last year.
Dickerson spoke with Page Six during the iHeartRadio Music Awards on Thursday, revealing that he recently spent time with Urban at the Country to Country music festival. While he acknowledged they didn't get to spend "tons of time" together at the event, Dickerson offered a positive assessment of his friend's emotional state.
Urban's Focus on Music and Emotional Resilience
"He seemed in good spirits," Dickerson reported about Urban's demeanor despite the recent divorce. "He's always been focused on music, and so I think he's just kind of doubling down on that, and it's just beautiful. I can't wait to hear what comes out of it."
This insight suggests Urban is channeling his energy into his artistic work as a means of processing the emotional challenges of his marital separation. Dickerson's observation that Urban appeared to be "doing great" despite the circumstances provides a counterpoint to other reports about the singer's emotional state.
Kidman's Rumored Romance and Urban's Reaction
Dickerson's update arrives alongside persistent rumors that Kidman has begun dating The Mentalist star Simon Baker, 56. The speculation intensified following the premiere of Kidman's latest project, the Amazon Prime Video thriller series Scarpetta, in which she stars opposite Baker.
During the New York City premiere event, the co-stars were reportedly spotted holding hands, with Kidman commenting that their chemistry "just vibrates." Baker responded with the cheeky remark: "I don't kiss and tell."
According to sources speaking to Woman's Day, Urban was "devastated" by the flirty encounter and how quickly Kidman appears to be moving on from their split. "Seeing Nicole and Simon holding hands was the equivalent of seeing his best mate with his missus... it did a number on him," an insider revealed.
Complex Relationships and Emotional Fallout
The situation is particularly complicated by the longstanding friendships involved. Kidman and Baker have been close for decades, with the actress also maintaining a friendship with Baker's ex-wife Rebecca Rigg. Additionally, Baker previously supported Kidman's friend Naomi Watts following her split from Liev Schreiber.
"He knew it was natural for her to lean on Simon," the source explained regarding Urban's perspective. "Keith is hoping they're just hamming it up for headlines. But even then it feels to him like it's a betrayal because both Nicole and Simon know how much even the hint of a romance between them will hurt him."
The insider added that Urban "already suspected they were getting close while filming" and that the situation "has become his worst nightmare."
Friends Encouraging Kidman to Move Forward
In January, reports emerged that Kidman's A-list friends were encouraging her to re-enter the dating scene following her divorce. According to Woman's Day, Kidman's close friend Naomi Watts specifically suggested she consider dating fellow Australian star Baker.
This creates a complex emotional landscape where Urban must navigate not only his own healing process but also the public nature of his ex-wife's potential new relationship with a mutual acquaintance. Despite these challenges, Dickerson's firsthand account suggests Urban is maintaining his professional focus and emotional resilience as he adjusts to his new circumstances.
