Keith Urban’s affection for Nicole Kidman is etched in ink, even as their 19-year marriage comes to an end. The Oscar-winning actress filed for divorce on September 30, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple shares two daughters: Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14.
Urban, 57, has at least four tattoos that pay homage to Kidman, who is 58. In a 2015 Vogue interview, Kidman reflected on their relationship, mentioning how she admired Urban while watching him on stage.
As for the tattoos, which are a strong reminder of their bond, let’s dive into the meanings behind them.
“babygirl” neck tattoo
Urban’s “babygirl” tattoo is often concealed by his hair, but it’s a sweet gesture towards Kidman. The nickname became particularly significant when Kidman starred in the movie “Babygirl,” where her character navigates a complicated relationship. Urban jokingly noted that he still retains the rights to call her “babygirl” despite the film.
He has used pet names in social media posts, celebrating their 13 years of marriage in 2019 by expressing his love, while more recently, Kidman acknowledged their 19th anniversary with a simple Instagram post.
“Nicol” humeral tattoo
This noticeable tattoo on his arm features Kidman’s name and first appeared at a performance in 2007, shortly after they got married. Urban often shares snippets on Instagram showcasing this ink.
“nmk” wrist tattoo
Urban took his dedication a step further with another tattoo of Kidman’s initials, “nmk,” on his wrist. Interestingly, this tattoo is part of a larger collection that includes matching ink he had with his ex-girlfriend, Niki Taylor.
“Mary” knuckle tattoo
Urban’s final tribute to Kidman is her middle name, “Mary,” tattooed in bold letters on his right hand. This ink was first noticed in 2021 during an awards show, and Urban humorously remarked about being unable to wear a ring on that hand anymore.
