Nicole Kidman shares message about 'looking forward into 2026' after Keith Urban divorce

The holiday season marked Kidman’s first Christmas since her separation from Urban after 19 years of marriage

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman is embracing a hopeful outlook as she enters 2026 following her recent divorce from country star Keith Urban after nearly two decades of marriage.

On New Year’s Eve, Kidman posted a reflective message on social media alongside a photo of herself with her daughters Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15, watching fireworks in Sydney, Australia. It was Kidman’s first holiday season since filing for divorce in September, and she made it clear she was focused on positivity and family above all else.

In the photo, the three share an embrace with their arms around one another as they look out toward the water, while Kidman’s caption simply read, “Looking forward into 2026 xx.” The sentiment highlighted her intent to focus on the future and the new chapter ahead with gratitude and optimism.

The holiday season also marked Kidman’s first Christmas since the announcement of her separation from Urban after 19 years of marriage, a period she spent with her girls in her native Australia, seeking peace and stability after a difficult autumn.

According to sources close to the family, this quiet return home was exactly what she wanted as she adjusted to life after the split. Sources have described Kidman as “doing well” and maintaining a positive frame of mind, centering her energy on her children and on gratitude rather than dwelling on the past.

Kidman and Urban’s divorce, filed on the basis of “irreconcilable differences,” included an amicable parenting plan to provide emotional stability for their daughters. Under the plan, Kidman retains primary custody while both parents agreed to encourage a nurturing environment for the teens and refrain from speaking negatively about one another around the children. Though they are navigating this life change, both remain committed to co-parenting and fostering a supportive atmosphere for Sunday and Faith.

The actress also has two older children, Connor, 32, and Bella, 30, from her previous marriage to Tom Cruise.

Friends and family have rallied around Kidman throughout the transition, and while the breakup of such a long partnership naturally carries emotional weight, those close to her say she’s approaching 2026 with resilience and hope. Her simple but powerful message alongside her daughters — focusing on looking ahead — serves as a marker for her next chapter.

In the wake of the divorce, Kidman has continued to stay busy professionally and personally, attending events with her children and maintaining her creative pursuits. As she steps into the new year, her focus remains clear: family, growth, and what lies ahead.