In a move that’s sent shockwaves through Hollywood and the country music scene, Keith Urban was photographed without his wedding band just days after Nicole Kidman officially filed for divorce, marking his first public appearance since the bombshell announcement. The 57-year-old Grammy-winning singer stepped off a private jet in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on October 2, 2025, en route to a concert at the Giant Center in Hershey as part of his “High and Alive” tour. Dressed in a casual gray jacket, black T-shirt, and baseball cap, Urban clutched a leather duffel bag, his left hand conspicuously bare of the ring he’d worn for nearly two decades. Fans and paparazzi alike zoomed in on the detail, interpreting it as a stark symbol of the end of his 19-year marriage to the Oscar-winning actress, fueling speculation about a midlife crisis and whispers of a new romance.

The sighting comes mere days after Kidman, 58, submitted divorce papers in Davidson County Circuit Court in Nashville on September 30, citing “irreconcilable differences” and “marital difficulties.” The couple, both Australian natives who became global icons in their respective fields, had been one of entertainment’s most enduring power couples. Their separation, first confirmed by PEOPLE on September 29, shattered the fairy-tale image they’d cultivated through red carpets, award shows, and mutual support during personal crises. Sources close to the pair describe the split as “inevitable,” with Urban reportedly setting up his own place earlier in the summer, signaling a gradual drift rather than a sudden rupture.

Urban’s ringless hand wasn’t the only eyebrow-raiser. Later that evening, during his Hershey performance, the country star made a notable change to his setlist, omitting “Song for Dad,” a track inspired by his relationship with Kidman and their family life. Fans on social media buzzed about the omission, with some speculating it was too raw amid the divorce drama. Urban powered through the show, delivering hits to thousands of adoring fans, but the absence of the ring and the song tweak painted a picture of a man moving on—perhaps too quickly for Kidman’s liking.

The divorce filing reveals a meticulously planned separation. Kidman and Urban had already signed a permanent parenting plan weeks earlier—Urban on August 29 and Kidman on September 6—outlining custody for their daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14. Under the agreement, Kidman will be the “primary residential parent,” with the girls spending 306 days a year with her and just 59 with Urban. Both parents must attend a parenting seminar within 60 days, and they’ve waived rights to spousal or child support, noting Urban has “prepaid all child support obligations.” The documents emphasize a commitment to providing a “loving, stable, consistent, and nurturing relationship” for the children despite the split, a clause common in Tennessee divorces.

Kidman, known for blockbusters like “Moulin Rouge!” and “The Hours” (for which she won an Oscar in 2003), has two adopted children from her previous marriage to Tom Cruise: Isabella, 32, and Connor, 30. Blending her high-profile family with Urban’s, the couple had built a life in Nashville, where Urban’s career thrived. Yet, insiders reveal tensions simmered beneath the surface. “Nicole believed she could save the marriage until recently,” one source told PEOPLE, adding that Urban “has not been honest.” Another described the divorce as “turning dramatic,” with Urban seemingly having “already moved on.” Kidman reportedly feels “very betrayed” and “shocked,” especially amid rumors of Urban’s involvement with another woman.

Those whispers point to Maggie Baugh, a 25-year-old rising country singer and guitarist in Urban’s band. The father of Baugh admitted to Daily Mail that the families have met, hinting at a deepening connection. Footage from an April concert resurfaced, showing Urban playfully interacting with Baugh onstage, which now takes on new significance. Sources claim the relationship is “the gossip all over town” in Nashville, with Kidman left holding the family together while Urban toured extensively this summer. Urban’s “High and Alive” tour, which kicked off in Alabama and spanned the U.S., Canada, and Australia, kept him away for months, exacerbating the distance.

The couple’s love story began in 2005 at the G’Day USA gala in Los Angeles, a nod to their shared Aussie roots. They married in Sydney on June 25, 2006, in a ceremony attended by celebrities like Hugh Jackman and Naomi Watts. Early challenges tested their bond: Just four months into the marriage, Urban entered rehab for alcohol addiction after an intervention staged by Kidman and friends. “Everything was just designed… to fuse us together,” Urban reflected in a 2010 Oprah interview. Kidman stood by him, crediting her support as pivotal to his sobriety, a theme he echoed at her 2024 AFI Life Achievement Award tribute: “If you want to see what love in action really looks like, give that a whirl.”

Their union produced two daughters via surrogate: Sunday Rose in 2008 and Faith Margaret in 2010. Kidman often spoke of their family as her anchor amid her demanding career, while Urban wove her influence into his music. Songs like “Song for Dad” and others drew from their life together, with Urban honoring her at events like the Academy of Country Music Awards. They were fixtures at each other’s premieres and concerts, from Kidman attending Urban’s tours to him joining her at the Oscars. In June 2025, they celebrated their 19th anniversary with Kidman posting a cuddly photo on Instagram: “Happy Anniversary Baby ❤️ @KeithUrban.” Urban responded with a simple heart emoji, a subtle sign of cooling affection.

But cracks appeared. The couple’s last public outing was June 20 at a FIFA Club World Cup match in Nashville, where they appeared happy with their daughters. By summer, they were living apart, with Urban’s touring schedule widening the gap. Insiders note Kidman was “supportive” of Urban’s career but felt he wasn’t as reciprocal. Awkward interviews hinted at strain; Urban once abruptly ended a radio chat when asked about Kidman’s onscreen chemistry with Zac Efron in “A Family Affair.”

Post-filing, Kidman has stayed “surprisingly level-headed and calm,” focusing on her daughters and upcoming projects like “Babygirl.” She was spotted hiking with sister Antonia in Nashville the day after filing, hands on her heart in a moment of reflection—also ringless. Urban, meanwhile, throws himself into work, with sources suggesting a “full-blown midlife crisis.” Social media erupted with reactions, from heartbreak over the “perfect couple” to memes about Urban’s name change to “Keith Suburb.”

As the divorce unfolds, questions loom: Will assets like their Nashville mansion factor in? How will this affect Urban’s music, long infused with Kidman’s muse? And is Baugh the spark that ignited the end? For now, Urban’s bare finger speaks volumes, a silent declaration amid the drama. Hollywood watches closely, wondering if this is the final chord or just an interlude in two stars’ orbits.