Nicole Kidman Was Never The Same After Her Keith Urban Divorce (In The Best Way)

In September 2025, news broke of Hollywood star Nicole Kidman's separation from musician Keith Urban. The two stars are celebs who got married later in life, tying the knot back in 2006, after what Kidman admitted was a brief relationship. "We didn't really know each other –- we got to know each other during our marriage," she shared in 2015 (via Telegraph). And it is perhaps that lack of knowing each other that caused the two to eventually get divorced. In January 2026, their divorce was finalized, and one thing became quickly undeniable — Nicole Kidman has had a significant glow-up since parting ways with her ex.

Nicole Kidman and Baz Luhrmann closing the Vogue World: Hollywood fashion show on sunday, october 26, in Los Angeles. #VogueWorld pic.twitter.com/faiHOwSc8E

— Nicole Kidman Daily (@dailykidman) October 27, 2025

In October, Kidman attended the Vogue World 2025: Hollywood event, where she stunned alongside "Moulin Rouge!" director Baz Luhrmann during the closing fashion show. "Damn, divorce looks good on her. Just fabulous," one user commented on a video of the two shared on X, with another user adding, "Obsessed with her. The divorce glow up is real." Kidman's glow-up isn't only physical; the star seems to be exuding happiness and a touch of youthful cheekiness, as she's twirling around the runway with Luhrmann. Images and videos of the star since September 2025 showcase that Nicole Kidman is in her Princess Diana single era and it's a masterful "screw you" to Keith Urban.

Even though Nicole Kidman always had a sophisticated and glamorous style, after her separation from Keith Urban was announced, the Hollywood actor upped her fashion game. In January 2026, the Australian star wowed at the Chanel Haute Couture show during Paris Fashion Week. Kidman wore an avant-garde black look by the luxury fashion brand. The knee-length black satin dress was a timeless base, but the feathers, sunglasses, and heels all added an unexpected and modern edge. However, what was most noticeable was that Kidman was wearing with it an effortlessness that is difficult to fake. 

In October 2025, it was announced that Kidman would once again become a brand ambassador for Chanel, a role that she had held in the mid 2000s. "As someone who has such an appreciation for haute couture, I am so looking forward to witnessing Matthieu's [Blazy, creative director of Chanel] vision for the oldest haute couture house still in operation and having the opportunity to wear what I know will be gorgeous creations," the "Big Little Lies" star told WWD.

Privately, Kidman's fashion also stunned. The Hollywood star shared a photo of herself from her trip to Chile on Instagram, and in it, she was the epitome of preppy-meets-casual. The star rocked a classic pair of jeans, paired with clothing and accessories in various shades of brown. The addition of the fuzzy baseball hat added a casual element, while the tweed jacket complemented Kidman's well-known sophistication.

Nicole Kidman took the post-separation glow-up very seriously, and it shows in the star's dewy and plump skin. In the summer of 2025, right before her and Keith Urban's separation became public news, the Australian actor talked to Vogue about her skin-care essentials. "We're a beach culture and for a girl with a really fair complexion, sun protection had to be part of my life from the very beginning," she explained, adding "I'm so grateful that there are protective creams you can wear ... It's just nice to be able to stay outside." 

As the ambassador of Japanese beauty brand Clé de Peau Beauté, Kidman has gushed about their products, which have become staples in her everyday routine. "I love La Crème from the line because that was what I was originally using when [Clé de Peau Beauté] approached me," she told Harper's Bazaar. "I'm very, very picky about the brands that I align with, so it was really important to me that it was something that I could authentically know that I use, works for me, and that I could tell people actually works."

Of course, Nicole Kidman's face has transformed over the years, and as someone who has access to the best skincare and cosmetic procedures, Kidman is clearly taking advantage of ramping up her skin routine post-divorce. In her late 50s, the Hollywood star knows that less is more when it comes to makeup, as too much of it can quickly enhance any fine lines on aged skin. Not that hers looks have aged at all. When asked what makeup she usually grabs, Kidman told Vogue, "An eyelash curl and mascara. As soon as you curl your lashes and put some on, your eyes suddenly look awake."

When Nicole Kidman rose to fame in the '90s, the actor had luscious curly hair. Over the years, she has become known for her straight, blond locks, but it seems as if the "Cold Mountain" star has slowly decided to embrace her natural texture again. In January 2026, Kidman shared a photo of herself and her sister on Instagram, and in it, Kidman can be seen rocking her natural curls. In fact, straightening her curls is the major hair transformation that Nicole Kidman regrets, as she told Allure in August 2025. "Do not follow in my steps and straighten your hair," the star shared.

Since then, the star has been ditching the hair straightening, at least privately. For industry events, Kidman still tends to go for a classic blowout, but we wouldn't be surprised to see her post-divorce curls make a red carpet appearance soon. In her conversation with Harper's Bazaar, Kidman shared her haircare routine. "I'm a rosemary oil girl because my hair naturally is super curly," she explained. "I braid it at night, and I lather it in rosemary oil because I'm always trying to get it to grow, and [my hair] gets put under so much stress." The resurgence of Kidman's curls has left her fans in awe, with many praising the star's choice. "Nicole Kidman has finally let the curls out. Nature is healing," a user wrote on Reddit.

Nicole Kidman, who has been in the entertainment industry for decades, shows no signs of slowing down. However, many in her position probably would. After all, going through a divorce takes its toll on one, and slowing down and spending more time at home is something many might feel inclined to do. But not the Aussie actor. If anything, Kidman is busier than ever post-separation. Apart from her ambassador gigs and fashion week appearances, the star is also working on numerous small-screen projects, including Season 3 of "Big Little Lies" and "Lioness." Of course, Kidman is still a blockbuster actor, which is why her fans are eagerly awaiting the upcoming "Practical Magic 2," a sequel to her '90s hit with Sandra Bullock.

Kidman shared that getting the most out of every day is crucial for her well-being. "Life. Connection. People. Sharing ideas. And just actually being alive, I'm grateful to have that," she told Harper's Bazaar. "I'm grateful to be a part of this world. I'm grateful to be surviving as a woman, as an actress, and as a producer, professionally and personally. Also, my children [give me the] purpose of being their protector and their guide, promising them that I'm here and that, no matter what, there's always a safe place to grow up in."

In 2001, Nicole Kidman divorced Hollywood star Tom Cruise, after which she experienced a similar glow-up. The star seemed happier, and her career was skyrocketing with projects like "The Hours" and "Cold Mountain." Kidman was a guest on "The Late Show with David Letterman" that year, and when the host asked, "I heard you're getting divorced, how's that going?" Kidman cheekily responded, "Well, I can wear heels now," clearly referencing Cruise's short stature.

While both of her glow-ups had nothing to do with beauty per se — the star has always looked stunning — they definitely had everything to do with Kidman's radiating confidence and playfulness. In October 2025, Nicole Kidman's revenge outfit at Paris Fashion Week became one of her most iconic looks yet. The star's fashion choices became bolder, and it certainly seems as if the Aussie's newfound freedom encouraged her to have fun with her look. Speaking to Harper's Bazaar in late 2025, Kidman revealed that finding strength in difficult times is crucial for her. "There's something to knowing that no matter how painful, or how difficult, or how devastating something is, there is a way through," the actor said, acknowledging that her life has been full of ups and downs. "I've seen a lot, I've experienced a lot, and I've survived a lot." 

An insider revealed to People in 2026 that Kidman was excited for this new chapter. "She is refreshed and optimistic about the new year," they said. "She's looking ahead to a busy and exciting year professionally too, with several projects coming up." Now, if this doesn't convince you that the divorce glow-up is real, let's just say that Melinda French Gates' post-divorce transformation has heads turning just as much as Kidman's!