Nicole Kidman, allegedly dating actor Simon Baker, is reportedly a “nightmare come true” for the Oscar-winner’s ex-husband, Keith Urban. The news came after several romance rumors about the “Scarpetta” co-stars had been circulating on the internet.
Kidman and Baker sent fans into a frenzy with their oozing chemistry as they graced the red carpet at the new series’ premiere event in New York, holding hands. It allegedly does not sit well with the country star. Kidman and Urban parted ways with their divorce in January 2026, ending their 19 years of married life.
Nicole Kidman’s ex Keith Urban feels ‘threatened’ by Simon Baker dating rumors, says source
Nicole Kidman’s ex-husband, Keith Urban, reportedly feels “threatened” by the dating rumors surrounding his ex-wife and her “Scarpetta” co-star, Simon Baker. As reported by Woman’s Day, a source told them that “Seeing Nicole and Simon holding hands was the equivalent of seeing his best mate with his missus and it did a number on him.”
The insider continued, “He knew it was natural for her to lean on Simon.” The person explained, “He was also there for Naomi [Watts] after her split from Liev.” They also added, “The difference is back then Simon wasn’t single.”
In the meantime, the source told the news outlet that Nicole Kidman’s ex-husband, Keith Urban, “is hoping they’re just hamming it up for headlines.” They continued, “But even then it feels to him like it’s a betrayal.”
The insider expressed, “Because both Nicole and Simon know how much even the hint of a romance between them will hurt him.” The person then claimed, “He already suspected they were getting close while filming.” They also added, “This is his worst nightmare come true.”
Meanwhile, Nicole Kidman and Simon Baker’s new series, “Scarpetta,” premiered on Amazon Prime Video on March 11. The two actors play a married couple, Dr. Kay Scarpetta and Benton Wesley, in the series.
Originally reported by Nikita Nath on Reality Tea.
