Keith Urban Maintains Focus on 'The Road' Amid Divorce from Nicole Kidman

Keith Urban remained highly professional and focused on his role as mentor and executive producer on the reality competition series The Road, despite his recent divorce from Nicole Kidman after nearly 20 years of marriage. Contestant Billie Jo Jones described working with Urban as a "dream come true," praising his dedication to pushing artists to be their best selves and noting that he did not discuss his personal struggles on set. Urban candidly discussed the challenges and sacrifices of touring during the show’s premiere, emphasizing music as a calling despite the hardships such as exhaustion and loneliness. An insider revealed that Urban's demanding High and Alive World Tour schedule contributed to the couple living separate lives and spending significant time apart before the split. The Road, produced by Blake Shelton and Taylor Sheridan, features 12 emerging country artists competing for a chance to open for Urban and win a major prize. Overall, Urban's focus on his career and mentorship on the show showcased his commitment to his craft despite personal difficulties.