Jackman's former spouse, Furness, speaks out following their divorce.
Chillin' Out After Three Decades: The Unexpected Split of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness
It's a tough break for Aussie power couple Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness, who've decided to bid adieu to their 27-year marriage.
Furness kicked things off by filing for divorce in the Big Apple, and sources close to the scene report that all parties involved have agreed on the specifics and are just waiting for a judge to rubber-stamp the deal, according to the folklore-worthy TMZ.com. However, details regarding the financial side of things—for this powerhouse pair who've raised a couple of impressive kids—have remained under wraps.
"Ouch, That Hurt": A Word From Deborra-Lee Furness
In an exclusive sit-down with the Daily Mail, the 69-year-old actress dropped a few hints that intimacy issues might've played a part in their parting. "My heart goes out to those who have had to navigate the harrowing path of betrayal," she lamented, describing the situation as a "deep, gaping wound." Her faith, she shared, has been a vital crutch in navigating the collapse of her nearly three-decade-long commitment. On the bright side, she philosophized, "Despite the pain, there's a silver lining. When you find your way back to yourself and live true to your principles, you gain ultimate freedom." And that's a vibe we can all get behind.
So, when did the news break? The couple confirmed their separation in scorching hot September 2023, expressing their gratitude for 27 years of a fantastic, passionate union. But, as time marches on, they've come to the realization that they need some me-time to explore their own paths.
Meeting Cute Down Under
Remember when these two lovebirds first caught each other's eyes back in 1995? It was on the set of the TV series "Correlli" that their love story began. The pair exchanged vows in April 1996, and since then, their journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.
They welcomed two fabulous kiddos into their lives: their firstborn, son Oscar, who arrived via adoption in 2000, and their second bundle of joy, daughter Ava, who came along naturally in 2005. Awww!
The Wolverine's New Gig
On the career front, Jackman has been busy these days, playing opposite the Entertainment Genius himself, Ryan Reynolds, in the 2024 blockbuster "Deadpool & Wolverine." In his downtime, he's been slaying audiences with his concert series "From New York, With Love" at the New York Radio City Music Hall. Keep killsin' it, mate!
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["The entertainment world was abuzz with the announcement of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness's divorce in September 2023, a shocking end to a 27-year love-and-dating relationship and friendship,"]["Despite the divorce, their children, Oscar and Ava, remain an integral part of their lives, a testament to the strength of their family bonds,"]["Meanwhile, Jackman continues to thrive in his love-and-dating life and career, starring in the upcoming celebrities-filled movie 'Deadpool & Wolverine' and touring with his entertainment concert series, From New York, With Love."]
