Nicole Kidman Wasn't Married to Tom Cruise...

Nicole Kidmanat least according to the Catholic Church in Australia.

Many around the world were scratching their heads this past weekend, trying to figure out exactly how Kidman was able to get married as a Catholic in a Catholic ceremony, as the Church does not allow for a second marriage (in the Church) after a divorce. Many assumed that Kidman had gotten her marriage to Tom Cruise annulled, which would technically have paved the way for a second marriage in the Church.

Well, not so fast. Kidman's marriage to Cruise lasted 10 years -- a little long to plead temporary insanity -- and considering how notoriously difficult it is to have the Church grant an annulment (they're not handing them out like communion wafers), Kidman may have figured out how to get around the requirement -- she reportedly didn't need an annulment at all.

The BBC is reporting that Kidman's 10-year union to Cruise wasn't recognized by the Catholic Church of Australia. The service was seen only as a legal ceremony and not a spiritual one. In other words, according to the Catholic Church anyway, it never happened. All Kidman had to prove was that it was dissolved legally and she was free to marry any country crooner she wanted. A loophole to be sure, but one that allowed Kidman to reconnect her Catholic faith with Keith Urban, the man she loves.

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76. "Kidman talk about her private life to extreme. it was disrespectful for Tom and the kids.
But we know now she doesn't care.
She never see them, exept when she married."

Dear Botox Party,

And how do you know so much about Nicole Kidman and her private life... including the above quote? For heaven's sake...if I could, I'd give you $20 just to buy yourself a clue...and maybe some spelling lessons. Sounds like you're a bit jealous too...why else would you rant about it so much? Maybe I should give you another $20 to buy yourself a therapy session...get over it, you mindless twat.

Posted at 1:21AM on Jun 27th 2006 by pjrichard

77. I was once engaged to a man who was raised Catholic. Before I would accept his ring or proposal, I told him that any children we might have would not be raised Catholics. He agreed. But, I never married him, so I didn't have to worry about going to a Catholic Church. Where do Catholics get their faith? Don't they read the Bible for themselves? Don't they realize that reading God's Word is the best way to make Jesus their Savior? The sprinkling of babies doesn't mean anything to God. And some say they pray to the Virgin Mary. How silly! The Virgin Mary did not die for us. JESUS DID! The Virgin Mary was a sinner just as all the world is. The son that Mary delivered had to deliver her. The Catholic Church isn't teaching Biblical truths. Anyway, that is up to each person. I pray that Nichole and Keith find the TRUTH soon. Jesus said He was the WAY, TRUTH AND LIFE. I had someone tell me he was miserable and wanted to get saved, but couldn't follow all the rules. I told him there were no rules. Just read your bible, pray and ask Jesus to come into your heart, be your Savior, confess your sins, ask forgiveness for them and turn from them. Don't believe man! None! Read God's Word. Read how the Vatican will be involved in the end of this world as we know it in Revelation 17. God bless everyone, including Keith and Nicole.

Posted at 1:23AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Jean

78. I AM SO HAPPY THAT NICOLE FOUND SOMEONE TO LOVE CONSIDERING SHE WAS MARRIED TO THAT CONTROLLING FOOL TOM CRUISE BEFORE. I HOPE SHE HAS A BABY WITH HER NEW HUSBAND. I FEEL SORRY FOR THE CHILDREN BECAUSE TOM HAS CONTROL OVER THEM AND I FEEL SORRY FOR KATIE ALSO. GOOD LUCK NICOLE.

Posted at 1:27AM on Jun 27th 2006 by ann koven

79. People People!!! Those who are not Catholic do not get the idea of an annulment. The Catholic church did not recognize Tom and Nicole's wedding because it was not performed in a church...so it was not a religious union ...just a civil one. Why bother getting married in a church if you do not believe in the faith, marraige as a sacrament and/or that Christ is the center and glue to the marraige. It is just stupid. In this case Nicole has had second thoughts and returned to the church. That is wonderful.. and by the way ..i have had two friends that have had church annulments and never paid one thin dime for them. They ask for donations but they are NOT required. So dont insult and make comments on the Catholic church unless you know it and are a part of it.

Posted at 1:30AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Lynn Caron

80. and get over the fact that the Catholic church is a money sucking institution. This is an excuse to hate and not attend church. It is one of the least pressuring churches when it comes to money. My parish doesnt care if you give two pennies or 100 dollars. You are all treated equal. That's in the bible. SO sick of people in sulting an institution that has been around since Christ walked the earth and it's intentions are only good. Bad things happen in all organizations...we are all human and even priests make mistakes. At least we attempt to do good in the world and pray that it only improves with God's help. We are a great community ..you should try it sometime. INVESTIGATE and understand before you open your mouth about us and insult us!

Posted at 1:41AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Lynn Caron

81. My comment is to Shelley above. Another Catholic basher. Dont tell me...you are a born again Christian or a Protestant. For your info..catholocism is traced back to JESUS himself. It is the church of Jesus christ. He started it. Protestants started a church according to a MAN's ideas. Martin Luther decided he was mad a the catholic church one day (btw he was a catholic monk) got ticked off because of some of the corruption in the church and decided to leave. Corruption is never good. It has been going on forever in all religions and all organizations. But the deal is you must face them and CHANGE them within your own faith. Martin Luther bagged out. He lost the big pic. He was needed as a voice to end corruption...not to go off and start his own church...talk about a cop out! This catholic bashing has GOT to stop by protestants. I will gladly explain any idea we have according to the bible...we do have some traditions....but all churches do. Ive been suckered into attending born again services and pressured. I saw no love in that ...just a cultish like fanatacism. Lacking first and formost compassion. All were high and mighty ..thinking that only they would get into heaven. What a terrible twisting around of Christ's message.

Posted at 1:52AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Lynn Caron

82. Im Glad she is far away from that Scientology junk and back into what she believes in and married someone who supports her unlike that loser Cruise Who only cares about that Scientology junk!

Posted at 1:53AM on Jun 27th 2006 by John

83. Second marriages are allowed by the Catholic church in one area. A divorced man can then turn and become a priest, thus marrying the church. Just as with Nicole, wherever the parishioner binds their money to the Catholic Church, one marriage, two marriage, three, marriage four, it doesn't matter. Money can buy amnesia. The Catholic Church aside, Good luck Nichole.

Posted at 2:00AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Michelle

84. These two do not seem to me like they should be together. She seems to be upper class and he seems to be just down home happy go lucky. He has more going for him than she does in my eyes. She is a sour puss alot of the time.
And if he has issues with drinking and other substances, she has a lifelong battle that will keep her on her toes for years to come. I hope that they can make a marriage work, but with her track record with Tom Cruise (you can call him ALIEN)
I do not know. I know the supposed rumor was that she slept with someone and got pregnant as Tom Cruise denied the child she miscarried being his. I have always thought Tom Cruise strange and he has gotten worse since this whole Scientology thing has gotten more in the open. To claim that you know more than someone else about medications when you are not a doctor is stupid, but then look who we are dealing with, and I think had he done it while married to Nicole, she would of laid him out as her father is a psychologist. I really hope that Nicole and Keith can make this marriage work. I think for one thing being out of Hollywood or New York and Living in Nashville will help them alot. I also think that Nicole has come along way since her divorce and it is my hope that she and Keith have lots of babies. I also hope they come to Chattanooga where I am going to be living and stop by for dinner!!! Open invitation any night!

Posted at 2:07AM on Jun 27th 2006 by April

85. meme, he was still married to Nicole when he filmed Vanilla Sky with Penolope Cruz. I think by the time the movie was out he was divorced and dating his co star, penelope. I remember reading rumors that Nicole was pregnant with Toms baby . She lost the baby and he left her to be with Penolope C.

Posted at 2:22AM on Jun 27th 2006 by whoa

86. I WISH NICOLE ALL THE BEST NO MATTER WHAT ... SHE DESERVES THE BEST AND I BELIEVE SHE'S FOUND IT.. FOR TOM CRUISE WELL THAT'S ANOTHER STORY TO END IN THE SAME WAY AS THE FIRST. IT ONLY TAKES A LITTLE TIME BEFORE THE WOMAN GETS TIRED OF ALL THE STRONG ARMING OF HIS ATTITUDE THAT IS WHY WE DON'T SEE TOM CRUISE MOVIES ANYMORE BECAUSE OF WHAT HE DID TO NICOLE I THINK IT WAS A DIRTY ROTTEN SHAME HOW HE SNUCK BEHIND HER BACK AND FILED FOR DIVORCE TO GET AWAY FROM PAYING ALIMONY.. WHAT A CHEAP PERSON HE IS GOOD LUCK NICOLE, HOPING THAT YOUR MARRIAGE IS A HAPPY ONE... GOD BLESS YOU AND TAKE CARE...

Posted at 2:31AM on Jun 27th 2006 by patricia truehl

87. If course the Catholic church excused Nicole's marriage to Tom. Since she has rekindled her faith in the Catholic religion where do you think her tithe money will go? And charity money?

Posted at 2:32AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Tnsnow

88. i love kieth urban and i am so happy that he foind someone to settle down with and hopefully can have a few kids with.i hope their marriage last forever and i send my congrats to ya!

Posted at 2:45AM on Jun 27th 2006 by courtnee

89. Why did Tom leave Nicole?. I had wondered about that myself- as well as his comment that she knew why. Recently I have read repeatedly that Nicole lost interest in Scientology and was seen as reconnecting with the Catholic Church AND that Tom could absolutely not be with someone who didn't share his big, big commitment to Scientology. I think that I saw that on some "Biography" or Scientolgoy Exposed program. This explanation would fit with her continuing to say that she cares a great deal about him.

Posted at 2:55AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Tatiana Sundquist

90. If anyone is interested, when Keith was in production for his latest cd "be here" The Vice President of Capitol Records Nashville, concidered one of my tunes for that album, to hear that song go here, www.soundclick.com/bands/8/larsonwright.htm

or here
www.myspace.com/larsonwright
it's called "like this"

Enjoy the tune!!!

Congratulations Keith and Nicole
"Nicole Urban" has a nice ring to it, you two will go far. I think its true love.

Larson Wright

Posted at 3:29AM on Jun 27th 2006 by Larson Wright

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