Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 30, 2025 · Entertainment

Nicole Kidman's Bold Transformation: From Hollywood Icon to Racy Roles Amidst Marriage Strain

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's split this week was preceded by the star's age-defying glow-up and VERY racy career resurgence

Nicole Kidman's Red-Hot Split: The Drama Behind Her Racy Roles and Aging Secrets

Hollywood's Golden Girl, Nicole Kidman, has been making headlines for her daring on-screen antics and ageless beauty, but behind the glamour, sources close to the actress reveal a marriage on the rocks. As she walked solo down the red carpet at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards in a show-stopping backless silver gown, many wondered if this was a sign of things to come.

The 58-year-old Oscar winner's career choices have been getting increasingly racy, with her latest role in erotic thriller Babygirl leaving fans gasping for air. Sources claim that Nicole has been "exhausted" from performing multiple sex scenes and is concerned about the impact on her personal life. But it seems her husband of almost two decades, Keith Urban, wasn't exactly thrilled about his wife's new image.

Most recently she starred in Babygirl (seen) alongside Harris Dickinson who played her intern as they pair embark on a forbidden and passionate affair

According to insiders, Urban struggled with Kidman's racy roles and was worried that they would put a strain on their marriage. In fact, in July, he dramatically hung up during a phone interview with The Scholarly Note.com when asked about his wife's steamy film scenes, sparking rumors of trouble in paradise.

It's no secret that the power couple has been living separate lives for some time now, with Urban frequently touring and Kidman juggling her demanding film schedule. A source close to the family revealed that the lack of intimacy and constant absence from each other was taking a toll on their relationship.

"Keith never sees Nicole, either she's filming or he's on tour," the insider spilled. "There was a lot of love between the two, but they've been growing apart, and it's like they're just going through the motions [of being married]. If this separation gets them back together, that would be amazing, but Keith had to call her out – he isn't happy."

The Oscar winner, 58, and the musician, 57, are living separately, with an insider saying Nicole was left 'blindsided' by the split

The news of their split sent shockwaves through Tinseltown, with many speculating about what led to their downfall. One insider suggested that Urban's unhappiness was the main reason for the split, while another claimed that Kidman was blindsided by his intervention.

As the drama unfolds, fans can't help but wonder if Nicole's increasingly racy roles and ageless beauty have contributed to her marriage woes. The actress has long been open about her commitment to a healthy lifestyle, crediting it as the secret behind her youthful complexion. However, some sources suggest that she may be relying on minor "tweakments" to maintain her looks.

In 2007, Kidman famously told Marie Claire that she was "completely natural," but insiders claim that she has since experimented with Botox and other cosmetic treatments. Although she denies undergoing surgery, many fans are convinced that she's had some work done.

In a hint that not all was well in her marriage to Keith, in July he sensationally hung up on a radio station after a crude question about his wife's sexy film scenes in Babygirl

As the actress continues to bask in the spotlight, her personal life is now under intense scrutiny. With their daughters Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret growing up, sources close to the family reveal that Kidman has been taking care of the children during this difficult time while Urban has been away on tour.

The country star's upcoming birthday may be a turning point for the couple, as they navigate their complicated relationship. Will they reconcile, or is it too late? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Nicole Kidman's red-hot split is one of the most scandalous in Hollywood history.

In related news, TMZ reported that Urban has acquired his own residence in Nashville and has moved out of their family home. As for Kidman, she's been spotted renting a luxurious Hampstead mansion while filming her latest project in England – a move that raised eyebrows back in Australia.

Picture in a racy scene for Babygirl

With the drama unfolding like a blockbuster movie, fans can't get enough of Nicole Kidman's red-hot split. Will we see more of her racy roles on screen? And what's next for this A-list couple? Stay tuned to The Scholarly Note.com for all the latest updates!

Her increasingly daring and prolific roles were accompanied by a series of dazzling red carpet premieres where she showcased her youthful complexion and style (seen last week)

She dazzled at the Golden Globes in January where she showed off her youthful looks

While the star has continuously denied undergoing any surgery, she instead credits healthy lifestyle choices as they secret behind her tight, youthful complexion (seen in July)

Seen with Harris in Babygirl

Seen in May this year

Seen with Keith in happier times back in January

The pair wed back in 2006 during a traditional Catholic ceremony at the Cardinal Cerretti Chapel in her hometown of Sydney