Hugh Jackman and his girlfriend Sutton Foster attended a University of Michigan football game together on November 7, 2026, marking another public appearance in their relationship. The Australian actor, who served as an honorary captain for the Wolverines, appeared alongside Foster wearing matching Michigan clothing. The outing came amid continued interest in Jackman’s personal life following his divorce from longtime wife Deborra-Lee Furness.
Jackman, 58, was married to Furness for 27 years before they announced their separation in September 2023. Their divorce was finalized in June 2025. He is now dating Broadway actress Sutton Foster, although the couple have not publicly announced a marriage or confirmed an engagement.
Who Was Hugh Jackman’s Wife Deborra-Lee Furness?
Deborra-Lee Furness is an Australian actress, producer and adoption advocate who was born on November 30, 1955, in Sydney, Australia.
She studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York before establishing a career in Australian television and film.
Furness appeared in productions including Shame, Jindabyne and Correlli. She also became involved in humanitarian work, particularly campaigns supporting adoption reform and children’s welfare.
Her marriage to Jackman brought her international recognition, although she had already established an acting career before meeting him.
Furness has also worked with organizations supporting vulnerable children and families seeking adoption.
How Did Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Meet?
Jackman and Furness met in 1995 while working on the Australian television drama Correlli.
At the time, Jackman was beginning his professional acting career, while Furness was already an established performer.
Their relationship developed during filming, and they married on April 11, 1996, in Melbourne, Australia.
The couple remained together as Jackman’s international career expanded following his casting as Wolverine in the 2000 film X-Men.
They frequently attended film premieres, award ceremonies and charity events together throughout their marriage.
In September 2023, they announced their separation through a joint statement.
“We have been blessed to share almost three 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.”
The announcement ended one of Hollywood’s longest-running celebrity marriages.
When Did Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Divorce?
Furness filed for divorce in May 2025, approximately 20 months after the couple publicly announced their separation.
Court records from Suffolk County Supreme Court in New York confirmed that their divorce was granted on June 3, 2025.
The divorce judgment was subsequently filed on June 12 and made publicly available later that month.
Following the filing, Furness released a statement discussing the emotional difficulties associated with the end of their marriage.
“My heart and compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal. It’s a profound wound that cuts deep,” she said.
She also discussed the importance of personal growth and rebuilding her life after the separation.
Jackman did not publicly provide a detailed explanation of the circumstances surrounding their divorce.
How Many Children Do Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Have?
Jackman and Furness have two adopted children, Oscar Maximilian Jackman and Ava Eliot Jackman.
Oscar was born in May 2000, while Ava was born in July 2005.
The couple adopted both children during their marriage and generally kept their family life away from extensive media attention.
Jackman has occasionally discussed fatherhood in interviews, particularly the importance of maintaining a close relationship with his children despite his demanding acting schedule.
Both children are now adults and have largely avoided pursuing public careers in entertainment.
Following their separation, Jackman and Furness emphasized that their family would remain a priority.
Who Is Hugh Jackman’s Girlfriend Sutton Foster?
Sutton Foster is an American actress, singer and dancer who has built a successful career on Broadway.
She was born on March 18, 1975, in Statesboro, Georgia, and is 51 years old as of November 2026.
Foster is a two-time Tony Award winner, recognized for her performances in Thoroughly Modern Millie and Anything Goes.
She has also appeared in television productions including Younger, Bunheads and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
Jackman and Foster worked together in the Broadway revival of The Music Man, which opened in February 2022.
Their professional connection later developed into a romantic relationship.
The couple were photographed holding hands during an outing in Santa Monica, California, in January 2025.
They made their first official red-carpet appearance as a couple at the Los Angeles premiere of Song Sung Blue in October 2025.
Are Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Getting Married?
Jackman and Foster have not publicly confirmed an engagement or announced wedding plans.
However, reports published in August 2026 suggested that the couple had discussed the possibility of getting engaged.
An unnamed source said they had become increasingly comfortable appearing together publicly and were spending more time with each other’s families.
“They have talked about getting engaged in the future,” the source said.
The report also indicated that Jackman’s adult children had met Foster’s daughter, Emily, whom she adopted with her former husband, screenwriter Ted Griffin.
Foster filed for divorce from Griffin in October 2024 after approximately ten years of marriage.
Despite reports about a possible engagement, neither Jackman nor Foster has publicly confirmed plans to marry.
What Are Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Doing Now?
Jackman and Foster have continued making public appearances together throughout 2026.
They attended the Met Gala in New York City on May 4 and appeared together at the premiere of The Sheep Detectives in April.
In August, Jackman joined Foster onstage at the Sun Valley Music Festival in Idaho, where they performed “A Million Dreams” from The Greatest Showman.
Their November 7 appearance at the University of Michigan football game marked another public outing.
Jackman shared an Instagram message before the game, writing, “I’m beyond stoked to be your honorary captain tomorrow!”
The couple attended wearing matching Michigan Wolverines clothing, with Jackman participating in activities connected to his honorary captain role.
As of November 9, 2026, Jackman remains divorced from Deborra-Lee Furness and is publicly dating Sutton Foster. No marriage or engagement between Jackman and Foster has been officially announced.
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