Who Is Karley Scott Collins? Rising Singer Denies Dating Rumors Amid Post-Divorce Buzz

Australian-American country music star Keith Urban’s personal life has once again attracted widespread attention following his divorce from actress Nicole Kidman in late 2025. Reports emerged linking Urban, 58, to his collaborator, Karley Scott Collins, after earlier rumors regarding his guitarist, Maggie Baugh, were debunked. As speculation around Karley intensified, she publicly addressed the rumors herself.

Keith Urban’s dating rumors with Karley Scott Collins

Karley Scott Collins, 26, became the center of media speculation after reports suggested she was dating Keith Urban following his split from Nicole Kidman. Rumors gained momentum after fans discovered social media posts featuring Collins performing with Urban in October 2025, including photos of them hugging on his birthday. The posts fueled speculation about a romantic relationship between the two.

Karley Scott Collins responds to dating rumors

On January 18, 2026, Karley Scott Collins broke her silence via Instagram Stories regarding the dating rumors. She addressed reports claiming she was moving in with Urban, calling the claims “absolutely RIDICULOUS and untrue,” adding a laughing emoji to underscore her denial.

Who is Karley Scott Collins?

Karley Scott Collins is a 26-year-old American singer, songwriter, and former actress, signed with Sony Music Nashville. Born on December 14, 1999, in Lake City, Florida, she is known for her smoky vocals and rock-influenced country style. Collins released her 16-track debut album, Flight Risk, on September 26, 2025, and made her Grand Ole Opry debut on June 26, 2024. She has toured with major artists like Willie Nelson and Carly Pearce and collaborated with Keith Urban on his 2025 High and Alive World Tour and the track Write One (2024). Collins was also named to CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2024 and was Billboard’s Country Rookie of the Month for December 2025.

Keith Urban’s previous dating link with Maggie Baugh

Before Collins, Urban was linked to guitarist Maggie Baugh amid his divorce from Nicole Kidman. Rumors escalated after Urban altered the lyrics of his song The Fighter during his September 26, 2025, High and Alive tour, seemingly referencing Maggie. Videos and social media posts sparked speculation, though sources close to Baugh later confirmed the rumors were false.