Childhood and Education Journey of Keith Urban in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Keith Urban. From birth to education, explore key events.

Keith Urban is an acclaimed Australian-American country singer, songwriter, and guitarist. His success is highlighted by four Grammy Awards, 15 Academy of Country Music Awards, 13 CMA Awards, and six ARIA Music Awards. Urban's songwriting talents extend to film, with his song "For You" from 'Act of Valor' earning nominations at the Golden Globe Awards and Critics' Choice Awards.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

October 1967: Keith Urban's Birth

On October 1967, Keith Lionel Urban (né Urbahn) was born. He is an Australian and American country singer, songwriter and guitarist.

1992: Moves to Nashville

In 1992, Keith Urban moved to Nashville.

1998: Checked into Cumberland Heights Treatment Center

In 1998, Keith Urban checked into Cumberland Heights, a treatment center in Nashville, for substance abuse.

October 2006: Checked into Betty Ford Center

On October 19, 2006, Keith Urban checked into the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California, for substance abuse treatment. On October 20, he released a statement expressing regret for the hurt caused to Nicole Kidman and his supporters, acknowledging the need to remain vigilant in his recovery.

January 2007: Completed Rehab and Announced Tour

On January 18, 2007, Keith Urban announced that he had completed rehab and planned to go on tour to promote his album Love, Pain & the Whole Crazy Thing.

January 2008: Expecting First Child

In January 2008, Nicole Kidman announced that she and Keith Urban were expecting their first child together, expressing their excitement.

December 2010: Birth of Second Daughter via Surrogacy

In December 2010, Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman welcomed their second daughter, Faith Margaret Kidman Urban, born via gestational surrogacy at Centennial Women's Hospital in Nashville.