Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have confirmed their separation after nearly 19 years of marriage, drawing media attention not only for the emotional side, but also for the great wealth they have built together.
The couple is among the most powerful in the entertainment industry, with joint and individual assets that include real estate in the US and Australia as well as income from film, music and advertising.
Nicole and Keith
Individual assets
Nicole has an estimated net worth of around $250 million, built from a long career in film and television, contracts with major brands and real estate investments.
Keith Urban has an estimated net worth of $75 million, earned from music, tours, music catalog, television judging appearances, and advertising.
Joint assets
The couple owns numerous properties in Nashville, Beverly Hills, New York, Sydney and farmland in Australia. Some are jointly owned, others individually.
Additionally, Kidman's film, TV and commercial earnings, as well as Urban's touring and music rights earnings, form the basis of their combined wealth.
How can wealth be divided?
The division of assets depends on the jurisdiction and whether a prenuptial agreement (prenup) exists, which has not been publicly confirmed.
In the US, assets acquired during marriage are usually divided equally or fairly ("equitable distribution"), while in Australia, courts take into account the financial and non-financial contributions of each spouse.
Assets acquired before marriage, gifts or inheritances usually remain individual.
In addition to assets, the division also includes financial obligations and debts.
What is expected next?
Media reports suggest that Keith Urban has already secured a separate residence, hinting that the division of property has begun.
If Kidman takes primary custody of the children and stays in the primary residences, this could also affect maintenance or financial support issues. /Telegraph/
