Keith Urban

Date of Birth: October 26, 1967

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Keith Lionel Urban is a New Zealand-born Australian-American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his work in country music. Born on October 26, 1967, in Whangarei, New Zealand, Urban moved to Australia as a child and began his musical career in the late 1980s. He released his self-titled debut album in 1991 and followed it with several more successful albums, including “Golden Road,” “Be Here,” and “Love, Pain & the Whole Crazy Thing.” Urban moved to the United States in 1992 and has since become one of the leading figures in contemporary country music. Known for his distinctive blend of rock, pop, and country music, he has won numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, and Country Music Association Awards. In addition to his music career, Keith Urban has served as a judge on the television show “American Idol” and has been involved in various charitable activities. He is married to actress Nicole Kidman, and the couple has two daughters.

5 Interesting Facts about Keith Urban

1. Keith Urban is a talented guitarist and is known for his exceptional skills on the instrument, often incorporating intricate solos and riffs into his music.

2. He was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2012, one of the highest honors in country music.

3. Urban struggled with substance abuse early in his career but has been sober since 2006, crediting his wife, Nicole Kidman, for helping him through his recovery.

4. He has collaborated with numerous artists across different genres, including John Mayer, Alicia Keys, and Taylor Swift.

5. Keith Urban has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in 2019 for his contributions to the music industry.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Keith Urban

1. “I love writing songs and being in the studio. Not as much as I love performing, but just as much.”

2. “The freedom that I have as an artist, I owe to country music.”

3. “I’m grateful for every single day I get to do what I love.”

4. “Music for me is something I can use to find my way back to normal.”

5. “I feel very lucky to have a beautiful life, a beautiful family, and a beautiful career.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Keith Urban is estimated to be around $75 million.

Children

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have two daughters: Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, born on July 7, 2008, and Faith Margaret Kidman Urban, born on December 28, 2010.