Look Back at Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s Relationship Through the Years in Photos
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News of Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman‘s split shocked fans, who knew them as one of the most openly affectionate couples in Hollywood.
The pair, who wed in June 2006, have embraced PDA throughout their relationship. From loving social media posts to kisses on the red carpet, Urban and Kidman appeared head-over-heels for each other. In 2016, Urban — who shares two daughters with Kidman, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret — told CBS News, “Meeting her and getting married wasn’t life-changing, it was life-beginning.”
Kidman expressed a similar sentiment in 2022, telling Gayle King, “I met him later in life and it’s been the best thing that’s ever happened to me.”
With their marriage on the rocks — as Kidman fights to save it — look back at their relationship, which has gone through highs and lows, but with plenty of love on display.
Early Days
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The two didn’t walk the red carpet at the 2006 Grammys, but they were clearly a couple once inside, holding hands the whole time.
Eternal Flame
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In 2022, the Big Little Lies actress posted a throwback photo from their candlelit reception to celebrate their 16th anniversary.
“Remember this like it was yesterday,” she wrote. “Forever 🕯❤️.”
Keep It Covered
The couple, who held their wedding in Sydney, were featured on PEOPLE’s cover for the July 10, 2006, issue.
Bashful Beginnings
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Kidman hid behind a glittering ring at the 2007 ARIA Awards in Sydney.
Head to Head
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They seemed to be sharing a secret at the 2008 Oscars.
Baby on Board
The two (at the ACM Awards in 2008) looked blissful as they prepared to welcome daughter Sunday Rose.
Date Night Done Right
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The two were equally chic dates at the 2012 Golden Globes.
Handling It
Urban gave Kidman a gentlemanly gesture on the Cannes red carpet in 2013.
Kissin’ in the Rain
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At the rainy London premiere of Kidman’s 2014 film Paddington, the two smooched on the red carpet.
Got Your Back
They were each other’s main squeeze at the 2016 ACM Awards.
Made with Love
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The actress made sure Urban felt the love on his 51st birthday, sharing a picture of a half-eaten cake and a kiss on the cheek.
Making Music
In 2018, Urban shared a video of the two singing at the piano together, filmed by their daughters.
Nuzzled Up
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At the Giorgio Armani show during Paris Fashion Week in 2019, the pair suited up and sidled up for a romantic night.
Kissing Couple
The two were caught passionately making out at the 2019 ACM Awards by the CBS cameras.
Cuddly Couple
Urban and Kidman never shied away from a red carpet kiss or glimpse into their happy union on social media, celebrating many anniversaries and birthdays with captions celebrating their happiness. “Sunset in Firenze—— … with my love. – KU” Urban wrote on this 2019 shot.
Savoring the View
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Urban and Kidman celebrated an Australian Christmas in 2019, and the “Somebody Like You” singer wished fans happy holidays with a sweet snap from Sydney.
Sunny Outlook
Kidman was Urban’s biggest fan, rocking out to his music in the audience at awards shows and promoting his 2020 album on Instagram with the caption, “Listening to Keith’s new album feels a little something like this ❤️️.”
Sharing the Stage
Seen here at a 2021 benefit concert in Nashville, the two enjoyed singing together.
Red Carpet Kiss
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At the 2023 Oscars, Urban showed Kidman — who was presenting during the ceremony — his admiration with a steamy kiss on the Academy Awards carpet.
Nose to Nose
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For their 17th anniversary, Kidman kept it simple with a black-and-white image of the pair in their Oscars attire and the caption, “Happy Anniversary my Love.”
Match Made
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The two shared a smile at the 2023 US Open.
True Gentleman
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Urban and Kidman looked like the perfect groom and bride at the 2024 Met Gala as the country star helped Kidman up the museum’s famous steps.
Ahead of the event, Kidman told PEOPLE she still got butterflies entering the gala, but overcame her nerves by “[having] my man with me.”
Family Time
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Faith and Sunday Rose (joined by Kidman’s sister Antonia and niece Sybella Hawley) showed up to support Mom as she received the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award in 2024.
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