Is Keith Urban Trying to Publicly Humiliate Nicole Kidman? Echoes of Her Shocking Divorce from Tom Cruise Resurface

After nearly two decades of marriage, the seemingly rock-solid relationship between Nicole Kidman and country music star Keith Urban has come to an unexpected and public end. The couple announced their separation on September 30, 2025, sending shockwaves through the entertainment world. While the official statements have remained respectful and private, new reports suggest something more disturbing may be unfolding—some claiming Urban is intentionally trying to humiliate Kidman in a way eerily reminiscent of her high-profile 2001 divorce from Tom Cruise.

At the center of the speculation is a recent viral moment from Urban’s concert, where he changed the lyrics of his hit song “The Fighter”—originally inspired by Kidman—to reference Maggie Baugh, a 25-year-old female guitarist currently touring with him. Singing “Maggie, I will be your fighter” instead of the original line was perceived by fans and critics alike as a deliberate jab. The move sparked backlash online, with many accusing Urban of using the stage to send a personal and pointed message during a sensitive time.

This was not an isolated incident. In recent interviews, Urban has appeared visibly uncomfortable when asked about Kidman. On one occasion, he reportedly walked off a radio interview after being asked about her steamy film roles. Such behavior has led to growing speculation that the country singer is not only distancing himself from his former partner but actively trying to damage her public image. Sources close to Kidman have described Urban’s recent conduct as “full of vitriol,” claiming that he may be seeking revenge or control through public gestures and media manipulation.

For many, these developments echo the emotional rollercoaster Kidman experienced during her split from Tom Cruise. That breakup, too, was unexpected and left Kidman reeling, though she handled it with notable grace and resilience. At the time, she won public sympathy for her poise, even joking on The Late Show with David Letterman that after the divorce she could finally “wear heels again”—a cheeky reference to Cruise’s famously modest height.

What makes the current situation more concerning is the possibility that Urban may be intentionally weaponizing their breakup for personal gain or to shift public opinion. If true, it would mark a cruel reversal for Kidman, who has long maintained a dignified public persona and largely kept her private life out of tabloid drama.

So far, neither Urban nor Kidman has addressed the rumors directly. Their court documents include a mutual agreement not to speak negatively about one another in front of their children, and both parties appear committed to co-parenting with civility. However, with fans dissecting every lyric, every interview, and every public appearance, it’s clear the narrative is no longer entirely in their control.

As Kidman steps back into the spotlight with upcoming film projects, it remains to be seen whether she will once again rise above the drama—or whether Urban’s actions will cast a longer shadow than expected.