Two major US publications – Star and The National Enquirer – today claim tensions between the couple have reached sky-high proportions, as their demanding careers sometimes leave them separated and alone.
The publications have each published photos showing Nicole being friendly with movie director Garth Davis in Sydney, alongside images of Keith hugging a “mystery redhead” at a recent concert.
On both occasions it’s alleged Keith and Nicole were apart from each other – which is claimed to be an increasing trend in recent months.
This, combined with the alleged flirting with other people, is what Star and The Enquirer cite as factors that could ultimately trigger Keith and Nicole’s romance death knell.
An insider told Star, “As it is, they’ve practically been living separate lives with Keith’s touring schedule and Nicole’s nonstop film work.
“Being on separate continents would certainly make it harder for Nicole and Keith to get their relationship back on track. Besides, Keith almost seems more preoccupied with flirting with other women than working on his marriage.”
Star goes on to note the couple “is collectively worth a reported $300 million,” adding, “If their relationship ever deteriorates to the point of divorce, rest assured that it could be pretty contentious.
"That scenario is probably the last thing either of them want – but it could be that Nicole’s being pushed to the brink.”
The couple have yet to comment on the publications' claims.