Country music superstar Keith Urban abruptly ended a radio interview after being asked a question about his wife, Nicole Kidman, and her on-screen love scenes. The incident occurred during a segment called "Wall of Truth" on the Australian radio program Hayley & Max in the Morning, hosted by Hayley Pearson and Max Burford on Mix 102.3 in Adelaide.
The hosts prefaced the question, acknowledging it might be "tricky" and "deeply personal." Max Burford then asked, "What does Keith Urban think when he sees his beautiful wife with beautiful younger men like Zac Efron having these beautiful love scenes on TV?" This was a clear reference to Kidman's role alongside Zac Efron in the 2024 Netflix film, A Family Affair.
According to reports, Urban and his team disconnected from the Zoom call immediately after the question was posed. Hayley Pearson expressed her shock, stating she had never experienced someone hanging up on her during an interview before. Burford jokingly questioned if they now had "beef" with Keith Urban.
While the abrupt ending surprised the radio hosts, a source previously told the Daily Mail that Urban views Kidman's on-screen performances as her art and separates her characters from his wife, Nicole Kidman. He supports her work and enjoys watching her act.
What's Next for Keith Urban?
Despite the awkward interview, Keith Urban is still scheduled to continue his High and Alive World Tour, including a stop in Adelaide. Fans are eager to see him perform and put this minor incident behind them.
The Aftermath
- Radio hosts express surprise and confusion.
- Social media buzzes about the incident.
- Urban's team remains silent on the matter.
The incident raises questions about the boundaries of personal questions during interviews and the sensitivities surrounding actors' on-screen relationships. It remains to be seen if Keith Urban will address the situation publicly.