With four children—two adopted during her marriage to Tom Cruise and two daughters with husband and country singer Keith Urban— Nicole Kidman children are at the heart of a parenting story rooted in love, privacy, and deep intention.
Starting the Journey: Isabella and Connor Cruise
Nicole’s path to motherhood began during her marriage to Tom Cruise. The couple, together from 1990 to 2001, adopted two children: Isabella Jane (born in 1992) and Connor Antony (born in 1995). Though their marriage ended, Nicole has always spoken lovingly about becoming a mother through adoption. Her relationship with Isabella and Connor has faced its own complexities, especially given their involvement with Scientology. Yet, Nicole remains unwavering in her support, showing the kind of grace and unconditional love only a mother can offer. Today, Isabella lives in Croydon quietly working as an artist, while Connor has settled in Florida, enjoying a laid-back lifestyle filled with deep-sea fishing and DJing.
A New Chapter With Keith Urban
After her divorce, life took a gentler turn. Nicole found love again, marrying Keith Urban in 2006. Together, they welcomed two daughters: Sunday Rose in 2008 and Faith Margaret in 2010, the latter born via surrogate. Nicole has often said that Sunday and Faith brought light and healing into her world. Unlike their older siblings, these girls have grown up far from the public eye. The family splits time between Nashville and Australia, with occasional visits to Los Angeles; building a life that feels grounded and intentionally private. Even their names tell a story. “Sunday” was inspired by an Australian arts patron, while “Faith” reflects the couple’s hope through long fertility struggles.
Keeping the Fame Out, Letting Family In
Despite being one of the most famous women on the planet, Nicole works hard to keep her kids away from the limelight. She rarely shares photos of them and keeps their lives off social media. Her goal? To give them a normal, secure upbringing. Nicole’s parenting style is rooted in presence, not perfection. She’s never tried to shape her children into her image or push them toward the spotlight. Instead, she listens, encourages, and supports them in being exactly who they are. She’s also been open about the joys of becoming a mom later in life. She was 41 when Faith was born and believes that age brought a new kind of patience and softness.
From the early days of raising Isabella and Connor to the quieter joys of parenting Sunday and Faith, motherhood has left its mark on Nicole Kidman in profound ways. Nicole Kidman children may not live in the spotlight, but they are her own light! To the world, she’s a star; but to her kids, she’s simply Mom—cheering at school plays, listening with care, and protecting their world with fierce love. In a world full of red carpets and flashing cameras, Nicole Kidman has chosen something quieter and infinitely more meaningful: a life centered on family, filled with intention, and led by love.
