October 17th 2023.
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness were an iconic Hollywood couple for almost three decades. They first met on the set of Australian TV show Correlli, and tied the knot in 1996. Together, they adopted two children, Oscar in 2000 and Ava in 2005.
The couple were seen beaming on the red carpet for the Fox Studios Gala Opening in Sydney in 1999, looking every bit the perfect family. That all changed last month, when it was announced that they were splitting up after 27 years of marriage.
In a joint statement, the former couple said: ‘We have been blessed to share almost 3 decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage. Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth.’ They also noted that their family was their ‘highest priority’, and requested ‘privacy’ as they navigated ‘this transition in all of our lives’.
On Sunday, Hugh made a surprise guest appearance in the season 7 premiere of the animated series Rick and Morty. Playing a fictionalised version of himself, the Oscar nominee played up the persona of a wild party animal, making references to several of his most famous roles.
At one point, he looks at a framed picture on the wall of himself and Deborra on their wedding day, and says: ‘The best bloody day of my life’ – only to then admit he was actually talking about the Tony Award placed just below the photo.
The actor’s line about his marriage received mixed reactions from fans, many of whom were taken aback by his joke in light of the recent news. Several expressed their shock on social media, with one person saying: ‘Here I was expecting an impersonator but having THE Hugh Jackman voicing himself was a real treat’.
What’s your favourite Hugh Jackman role? Have your say in the comments below. While he’s best known for his acting roles, it’s clear Hugh is an all-around great guy, having recently made an incredibly charitable gesture despite his divorce heartache.
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