Hugh Jackman Moves On After Shocking Divorce from Deborra-Lee Furness

The divorce of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness after nearly 30 years of marriage came as a shock to many. However, the actor is already enjoying new relationships. Recently, it was confirmed that he is dating Broadway star Sutton Foster, with the couple seen holding hands during a public outing in early 2025.

A nearly 30-year marriage to Deborra-Lee Furness.

In 1995, Hugh Jackman met Deborra-Lee Furness on the set of Correlli, and despite a 13-year age difference, the two decided to tie the knot. They married in 1996 in a beautiful ceremony at a church near Melbourne, Australia.

Over the years, the couple has celebrated their anniversaries by sharing heartfelt photos from their wedding day on social media. They later grew their family, adopting a son, Oscar, followed by a daughter, Ava.

A tough choice.

Hugh and Deborra-Lee shared the news of their separation with the statement: “We have been blessed to share nearly 30 wonderful years together as husband and wife in a loving marriage. As our journey takes a new direction, we have decided to separate to focus on our individual growth.

Our family has always been and will remain our top priority. We enter this next chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness. We kindly ask for your understanding and respect for our privacy as we navigate this transition in our lives. This will be the only statement we make on the matter.”

The divorce came as a surprise to everyone—except the couple themselves.

Despite their efforts to mend their relationship, they ultimately chose to part ways while remaining friends. According to a source, “They’re forever linked, forever connected through the children they share. But over the past few years, their romantic love evolved into a deep friendship,” which eventually fractured, placing significant strain on their bond.

One commenter shared, “I’ve always thought they were such a great couple. It’s heartbreaking when long-term marriages, especially those with children, come to an end.” Others began offering their thoughts and advice, with one person noting, “You can love someone, but not be in love. I’ve been with my partner for 30 years, and there have been times I’ve fallen out of romantic love, but I always find ways to rekindle it.”

Another reflected on their own journey: “I just celebrated 45 years of marriage. It takes a lot of work to live with someone for that long—you have to choose your battles wisely. I feel for the younger generation trying to find soulmates in this swipe-left-or-right world.”

New chapter.

Some time after the divorce, rumors began circulating about Hugh Jackman’s relationship with Broadway star Sutton Foster. In early 2025, they were spotted holding hands as they left a restaurant. Reports suggest that they first met in 2022 while working together on a production.

However, it remains unclear whether their acquaintance had any influence on Jackman and Furness’s split. Now, 56-year-old Hugh and 49-year-old Sutton seem happy and content with their romance.

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