That flexibility, sources told us, made it easier to keep the separation initially private without arousing suspicion. Kidman’s social media this summer reflected that careful boundary.
In August, she shared a series of “summer memories,” showing time spent with her daughters and extended family across Europe, while Urban was noticeably absent.
Friends say this was intentional but understated, allowing Kidman to maintain a public presence without addressing her marriage directly.
The couple has faced serious challenges before. Shortly after their wedding in 2006, Urban entered rehab for alcohol and cocaine addiction, a period Kidman supported him through away from the spotlight.
In a 2021 interview, Kidman described their approach to marriage candidly. “We’re always working through stuff, but it’s very much love-based, so there’s an enormous amount of give and take,” she said.
“I want him to have the best life he can have, and he responds the same way. We really love parenting together.”
Sources say the same philosophy shaped Kidman’s decision to keep the separation private for as long as possible – prioritizing family and personal clarity over public disclosure as the marriage came to its close.
