Nicole Kidman and Simon Baker have officially confirmed their romance, stepping out hand-in-hand at the 'Scarpetta' premiere. Her ex-husband, Keith Urban, has reacted to it.
Nicole Kidman seems to have officially confirmed what fans had been speculating for months now: her romantic connection with her Scarpetta co-star, Simon Baker. Yes, just months after her highly publicised split from Keith Urban, the actress stepped out hand-in-hand with The Mentalist star in New York, and this might just be one of the most surprising celebrity pairings in Hollywood in recent years. Days after their red-carpet debut, an insider has revealed Keith Urban's reaction to this unexpected turn of events.
On March 3, 2026, during the premiere of her latest work, Scarpetta, Nicole Kidman arrived with Simon Baker, and their hand-holding moment sparked immediate buzz. While their chemistry has been impossible to ignore for months, their constant hand-holding marked the first public confirmation that they are now more than friends. And this is not the only instance.
Shortly after the premiere, the duo was seen getting cosy with each other at an afterparty held at Café Zaffri at the Twenty Two New York. Kidman and Baker were seen tucked into a corner, deep in conversation and laughing alongside Scarpetta co-stars, Jamie Lee Curtis and Ariana DeBose. Insiders told Page Six that the two were “deep in conversation” at the private event.
The news of Nicole Kidman turning a new leaf with Simon Baker has reportedly been difficult for her ex-husband, Keith Urban, who was married to the actress for almost two decades (19 years). Seeing his ex-wife with Baker has been especially hard for Urban, given his long-standing friendship with the Mentalist star. The trio has known each other for decades and shared a close-knit friendship, with Keith even reportedly considering Simon as one of his best friends.
Recently, a close source of Keith Urban spoke to Woman's Day about how the singer reacted to his ex-wife's new romance. The source says Urban was initially in complete disbelief when the rumours surfaced, but seeing photos of Kidman and Baker holding hands made the situation feel very real. The development hit him harder because seeing his close friend with his ex-wife made the romance feel like a personal betrayal. The insider told the publication:
“Seeing Nicole and Simon holding hands was the equivalent of seeing his best mate with his missus, and it did a number on him. He knew it was natural for her to lean on Simon – he was also there for Naomi Watts after her split from Liev [Schreiber]. The difference is, back then, Simon wasn’t single."
The insider also revealed that no matter how much Urban tried to ignore it, he couldn't shake the fact that something more had been brewing between Kidman and Baker during the filming of Scarpetta. The country music star is said to be struggling with how quickly the relationship became public, with the divorce still relatively fresh. The red carpet debut reportedly confirmed what he had feared. The insider said:
"Keith is hoping they’re just hamming it up for headlines, but even then, it feels to him like it’s a betrayal because both Nicole and Simon know how much even the hint of a romance between them will hurt him. He already suspected they were getting close while filming. This has become his worst nightmare."
With their romance now seemingly out in the open, sources raised concerns about how it might impact Urban's relationship with his and Nicole's daughters, who are reportedly very fond of Baker. The singer has yet to address the situation publicly.
Kidman and Baker have not only known each other for decades but have also shared a close bond, as they come from the same Australian entertainment circles. In case you didn't know, the actress has long been close to Baker's ex-wife, Rebecca Rigg, and is the godmother of Baker's son, Harry Friday Baker. Speaking about their connection, the Scarpetta star told The Daily Telegraph:
"I think because of our history together, that's in-built, so we didn't have to work for that, that just vibrates."
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalised their divorce in September 2025, but they reportedly remain on amicable terms, co-parenting their three children. What are your thoughts on this new romance?
Also Read: Aysegul Eraslan Dies At 27, Fashion Influencer Posted On Family 'Violence' Hours Before Death