Body Language Expert Reveals Major Red Flags in Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's Relationship

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's final public appearance was packed with unspoken tension — and now, experts are pointing to the subtle but damning clues that were there all along.

Before the world learned of their heartbreaking split, body language analysts say the longtime couple was already silently unraveling in front of fans' eyes.

A Love Lost in the Stands

Nicole Kidman, 58, and Keith Urban, 57, were last seen together in June, attending the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between Los Angeles FC and Esperance Sportive de Tunis.

But it wasn't just another celebrity sighting — this particular outing had all the hallmarks of emotional distance, experts now claim.

In photos from the event, the couple — who had been married nearly twenty years — appeared visibly detached, seated together yet miles apart emotionally.

'An Odd Look': Experts Decode Nicole's Tense Movements

Louise Mahler, a renowned body language expert, didn't mince words in her analysis of the icy outing. Speaking to The Daily Mail, she revealed that Nicole's nervous gestures were loud in their silence.

"At one point, Nicole is fiddling with her left hand, which is a sign of tension, but we do not know what it is about," Mahler said.

Even more unsettling? Keith's lack of visual connection. "He is looking away but Nicole is looking at him," she noted. "It is an odd look."

'A Noticeable Emotional Disconnect'

Scott Taylor, a behavior analyst, echoed Mahler's concerns — pointing out just how unlike themselves the pair appeared.

"You can even see Nicole touching her thumb with her left hand (closest to Keith) which is potentially her body soothing her mind when that hand would be normally holding his in their prior photographed time together," he explained.

Taylor emphasized a stark shift in demeanor, saying, "We also see their chins dipped a bit lower than usual. This 'power zone' covering often comes when there is some element of discomfort and we have not really seen this prior."

He added, "In prior outings they would have regular eye contact (validating glances and connection) and this appeared also lacking."

Dry Lips and Cold Distance: Keith's Silent Stress

Perhaps the most startling revelation came from Taylor's close observation of Urban's physical cues. "Licking his lips quite frequently — we also see that with discomfort or stress as cortisol is released under stress and it slows saliva production so people's mouths get drier," he discussed.

Their behavior at Nashville's Geodis Park stadium also raised eyebrows, with the pair keeping a noticeable distance from one another — a sharp contrast to their famously affectionate red carpet appearances.

The split is now official, but for those who were watching closely, the signs of a fractured romance were hiding in plain sight.

Social media exploded in disbelief after news broke that "Babygirl" star Nicole Kidman and country singer Keith Urban — one of the entertainment world's most enduring power couples — have called it quits after 19 years of marriage.

Reactions flooded social media with disbelief and sadness as the story spread. "I did not see this coming. They seemed so in love with each other," one netizen posted.

A second expressed the same sentiment, saying the separation was unexpected because they had such a beautiful and solid marriage. "This is the post I never wanted to see 😢," a third shared.

Some netizens insisted they had long predicted trouble, pointing to Kidman's recent on-screen roles as a possible source of strain. "With all those insane movies she's been making lately Iam not surprised…[sic]" someone else observed.

Another remarked, "Watching the last couple of movies she's made I don't blame him. Specially Baby Girl [sic]." A different commenter chimed in, "I figured that was coming with the way her last couple of movies have been."

Others were more emotional, saying, "Praying, they can work out their differences." One heartbroken commenter stated, "So sad for the children 💜."

According to TMZ on September 29, 2025, the couple has been living apart since early summer, when sources revealed Urban quietly moved out of their Nashville home and into a separate residence.

The report paints a painful picture of a marriage unraveling — and not by mutual decision. As to why, a source claimed Urban initiated the separation, catching those close to the couple off guard.

"She didn't want this...She has been fighting to save the marriage," a source told People. Kidman, who is now living with their two children, aged 14 and 17, has been doing her best to keep things stable for the family since he left.

In recent months, however, there have been subtle signs of strain — and increasing public tension. While the pair maintained a united front in past appearances, more recent moments suggested a shift behind the scenes.

Back in July, Urban abruptly ended a live interview after being asked about Kidman's recent acting roles involving intimate scenes. The moment unfolded during a segment on Australia's Mix 102.3 radio show "Hayley & Max in the Morning," where he was promoting his High and Alive World Tour.

According to Radio Today, co-host Max Burford questioned Urban about how he felt seeing his wife in steamy scenes with younger male co-stars, including Zac Efron.

What began as lighthearted banter took a sharp turn as Urban's team immediately disconnected the call without any explanation. The hosts were left stunned. "Oh...why has that happened? What's just happened here?" Burford asked.

"Did he just hang up on us?" co-host Hayley Pearson questioned, later adding that she had expected the situation and believed they had "upset him." Buford said, "I thought we were vibing with Keith," but Pearson replied, "He doesn't like talking about his wife...because it's private...He hates us."

After the interview was cut short, Pearson said she had never experienced a guest hanging up during a live segment before. She appeared frustrated that the question had upset Urban. Burford responded by questioning why she hadn't stopped him from asking it if she expected a negative reaction.

Despite the reported tensions, Kidman publicly marked their wedding anniversary on June 26, sharing a black-and-white photo on Instagram in which she's seen embracing Urban. Her caption read, "Happy Anniversary Baby ❤️ @KeithUrban."

In contrast, Urban made no public acknowledgment of the milestone. His Instagram page at the time focused solely on his music — featuring live performance shots, promotional content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses from the road.

The singer's final post featuring Kidman was dated May 9, when the couple appeared together after the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, where he received the prestigious Triple Crown Award. In the photo, Urban is seen smiling while holding the award, with Kidman seated beside him in the car.

Urban's caption read, "TRIPLE CROWN !!! it was a surreal feeling and truly humbling honor to be recognized at the @acmawards last night, and a triple-sized, massive thank you to @megmoroney, @chrisstapleton, and @brothersosborne for your insanely inspired performances last night during the show. I LOVED every second of it !!!"

Just over a year prior, in April 2024, Kidman spoke about their relationship during an interview with People magazine for its 50th anniversary issue. When the interviewer mentioned her support system, she responded, "They're just lovely people and I'm so lucky that I have Keith, who's just my love, my deep, deep love."

The couple, who wed in 2006, were frequently seen showing affection at public events. No divorce filings have been made, but the future of the marriage remains uncertain.