Keith Urban’s Throat Surgery a Success, Spokesman Says

Good news for country fans and Nicole Kidman: Keith Urban's recent throat surgery was a success, the Aussie superstar's spokesman told Reuters. Nicole's hitmaking hubby is said to be recovering at an undisclosed location.

Although he's been placed on full vocal rest and ordered by doctors not to speak for three weeks, the 'Sweet Thing' singer looks forward to regaining his voice and hitting the stage once again.

In a video posted shortly before Tuesday's (Nov. 22) procedure, which involved the removal of a polyp from his vocal cord, Keith thanked fans for such a "crazy, great, phenomenal year." In particular, he expressed his gratitude to those who supported his Get Closer World Tour 2011 and responded to news of his vocal woes by sending get-well cards, flowers and emails.

"I'm overwhelmed by your gratitude, and your prayers are really appreciated by me and my family," Keith said in the video. "Be well, be safe and have a great new year. I'll look forward to seeing you in 2012."