It came as a shock to audiences when Hugh Jackman, 54, and Deborra-Lee Jackman, 67, announced their decision to separate after 27 years of marriage. This power couple, who have spent half their lives together, have left fans wondering about the reason behind their unexpected divorce.
The love story between Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness began on the set of an Australian TV series called Correlli in 1995. It was the actor’s first job after drama school, and he was immediately captivated by Deborra-Lee’s star power. In fact, he remembers their first meeting vividly: “She was a big star. Everyone loved Deb. I get picked up by the car and Deb is in the front seat of the car. I get in the backseat. She had sunglasses on, she took off her seatbelt, turned around, and said, ‘Hi, I’m Deborra-Lee Furness, nice to meet you.’ and I remember thinking, ‘I like this girl’.”
Interestingly, it was only six weeks into filming that Jackman discovered another man courting Deborra-Lee. Surprisingly, he found himself feeling jealous and realized that he had developed a crush on her. After avoiding her for a week, he finally confessed his feelings, and to his delight, she reciprocated. And so began their beautiful love story.
After 11 months of dating, Hugh and Deborra-Lee exchanged their vows, and they were inseparable ever since. However, their journey to becoming parents was not without its challenges. The couple struggled with infertility and faced multiple failed IVF attempts and heartbreaking miscarriages. These experiences were particularly tough on Deborra-Lee, but they only strengthened their bond.
Despite the setbacks, Jackman always made a point to publicly express his love for his wife. Every year, he would honor Deborra-Lee and their love for each other, making fans admire their relationship even more.
However, in April 2023, on their 27th and final wedding anniversary, Jackman shared a heartfelt tribute to his wife, declaring his love and appreciation for the incredible life they had built together. Unfortunately, just a few months later, the beloved Hollywood couple made the announcement of their separation.
In a joint statement, Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee expressed their gratitude for their almost three decades of marriage. They acknowledged that their journey was shifting, and they had decided to separate in order to pursue individual growth. Despite this change, their family remains their top priority, and they embark on this new chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness.
As fans of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee, let us respect their privacy during this transition and continue to appreciate the love and joy they have brought into each other’s lives.
