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Hugh Michael JackmanBirth Date :
October 12, 1968Birth Place :
Sydney, New South WalesSpouse :
Deborra-Lee Furness (since 11-Apr-96)Claim to fame :
As Wolverine in "X-Men" (2000)
Hugh Jackman Wants to Reclaim Sexiest Man Alive Title
November 02, 2009 11:11:13Chosen as the Sexiest Man Alive of 2008 by People magazine, Hugh Jackman has no hesitation to tell the publication that he wants to reclaim the title for this year. When asked by People on who he thinks deserves to be named the next Sexiest Man Alive, he said "Me! I want to be the first to have it back to back, buddy", while attending the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Concert on Friday, October 30 in New York.
"That would be fantastic!" he gushed. The 41-year-old movie hunk, however, didn't mention the reason why he deserves the predicate one more time. He instead shared with the weekly magazine about the pressure the title has caused him, saying "I thought there were thousands of other guys that deserved it, but it's been a great year. But now the pressures off. I can be a slob again."
Hugh Jackman Not Repeating Oscars Hosting Gig
October 30, 2009 03:10:06There won't be a singing and dancing Hugh Jackman on the stage of the 82nd Annual Academy Awards. Variety has just come up with the story that the star of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" has passed on the chance to once again host the Oscars despite the fact that he has earned praises for his gig at the show this year.
41-year-old Jackman has quietly turned down the job within the past few weeks, so claimed sources. Although the actor who is currently starring opposite Daniel Craig in Broadway play "A Steady Rain" is said unwilling to do the show two years in a row, he could be returning to his hosting duty again in the future.
Hugh Jackman, From 'Wolverine' to 'Real Steel'
October 01, 2009 03:10:54Hugh Jackman will trade his Wolverine metal claws with boxing gloves for his upcoming feature project, "Real Steel". Variety reported that the 40-year-old star of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is in talks to join the futuristic boxing movie about a fighter who has to reinvent himself when human boxers are replaced by robots.
The co-star of Nicole Kidman in "Australia" will be taking on the lead character. The movie will see his ex-fighter character turning himself into a struggling Robot Boxing promoter. After finding a discarded robot that always seems to win, he discovers he has a 13-year-old son and bonds with his boy as the robot brawls its way toward the top.
'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Sequel in Early Development
August 11, 2009 11:08:29Hugh Jackman has talked about how far the sequel to "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is. The actor who portrayed the metal-clawed mutant Wolverine in the "X-Men" series uncovered during his appearance at the 11th Annual Teen Choice Awards on Sunday, August 9 that early work has begun for "Wolverine 2".
The Nicole Kidman's co-star in "Australia" confessed on the matter when MTV caught up with him backstage after he received a surfboard for being voted Choice Movie Actor: Action Adventure. "Japan is where we're heading, [and] we're starting to work on it now," the 40-year-old actor stated. "We're in ... the first steps of developing that story."
'Twilight' Among 2009 Teen Choice Awards' Early Winners
August 10, 2009 10:08:30Leading the nominations with 12 nods, "Twilight" has collected its first two awards at this year's Teen Choice Awards. The first film of the "Twilight Saga" series grabbed Choice Movie: Fresh Face for male and female actors. The male category went to its young star Taylor Lautner, and the female kudo was given to Ashley Greene.
Lautner won over Taylor Kitsch of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", Dev Patel of "Slumdog Millionaire", Chris Pine of "Star Trek" and Sam Worthington of "Terminator Salvation". Meanwhile, Greene's competitors for the Fresh Face Female included Emily Osment and co-star Nikki Reed.
Hugh Jackman Reportedly Planning to Adopt Another Child
May 13, 2009 01:05:45Fathering two adopted children with his wife Deborra-Lee Furness, Hugh Jackman reportedly is planning for another adoption. A source tells National Enquirer magazine, the celebrity couple is "adopting another child now, and plan to welcome a fourth into their family down the road. It has become their mission."
"Hugh is a big believer in adoption - not just personally, but from a world view of extending help to parentless children," the source says further. It is not known though if the actor and his actress wife are adopting a girl or a boy. Further details on that matter also remain sketchy and there hasn't been a single comment made by the pair.
Hugh Jackman Scared of Coming-to-Life Dolls
May 05, 2009 11:05:20Movie hunk Hugh Jackman makes no attempt to hide his fear of coming-to-life dolls. He openly admits he is always scared whenever he watches kids' toys brought to life on screen.
"When dolls come to life in films, that just freaks me out, I just can't stand that," the "X-Men" leading actor says. "Chucky?" he adds when referring to murderous doll featured in horror movie "Child's Play". "Forget that. I remember when I was a little kid, and that little doll in the rocking chair going, 'Take the girl right up the hill and kiss the girl goodbye'... I'm like, forget that! That freaks me out."
Hugh Jackman, From 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' to 'Ghostopolis'
May 04, 2009 02:05:49Famous for his portrayal of comic book hero Wolverine, Hugh Jackman will be sinking his claw into another comic book adaptation, "Ghostopolis". On Sunday, May 3, Disney have announced that the "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" star has been attached to star in the feature film adaptation of Doug TenNapel's graphic novel.
In it, the 40-year-old will be taking the role of a man who works for the government's Supernatural Immigration Task Force which specializes in sending ghosts who have escaped into human world back to Ghostopolis. Aside from being set up to star, the Nicole Kidman's co-star in "Australia" will produce through his Seed Prods.
Hugh Jackman Discusses 'Wolverine' Sequel
April 30, 2009 11:04:50After revealing on the possibility of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" going to Japan for a sequel, Hugh Jackman has opened up more on the potential sequel. Confessing that he has "been talking to writers" in a chat with MTV News, the "Australia" actor went on sharing what story he has in mind for the possible project.
"I love the idea of this kind of anarchic character, the outsider, being in this world - I can see it aesthetically, too - full of honor and tradition and customs and someone who's really anti-all of that, and trying to negotiate his way," the 40-year-old dished. "The idea of the samurai, too - and the tradition there."
'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Takes World Premiere to a Desert City
April 28, 2009 03:04:36Amidst reports that 20th Century Fox are scrapping plans to release "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in Mexico this weekend due to the swine flu, the world premiere event for the action fantasy movie has taken place in the desert city of Tempe, Arizona. On Monday, April 27, Hollywood stars and fans alike gathered at Harkin's Theaters Tempe Marketplace for the special screening.
Attending the premiere in style was the film's leading man, Hugh Jackman. Wearing all black attire completed with a leather jacket, the actor who played Wolverine in this "X-Men" spin-off rode in on a Harley Davidson motorcycle. He was then joined by co-stars, Liev Schreiber, Lynn Collins, will.i.am, Ryan Reynolds and Taylor Kitsch.
Hugh Jackman's Wolverine Featured on 'Got Milk?' Ad
April 16, 2009 11:04:07Tapped to reprise his role as Wolverine in the upcoming "X-Men" spin-off, "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", Hugh Jackman lends the particular famous on-screen character to be featured on the latest "Got Milk?" ad campaign. The actor's Body by Milk campaign is set to be debuted in Rolling Stone this Friday, April 17.
In the particular ad campaign, Jackman is photographed whipping out his claws and giving a sharp look to the camera. A tagline is deliberately placed on his stomach and it read, "My power to regenerate might be top secret but my ability to re-energize is simple. Milk has protein to help build muscle and a unique mix of nutrients to help you refuel. So eat right, train hard and drink lowfat milk. That's just common mutant sense."
Eight Fresh 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Pictures Found
March 30, 2009 01:03:05Eight fresh images of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" have been shared by 20th Century Fox. Posted exclusively by XMenFilms.net, the high resolution photos feature Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, Liev Schreiber as Sabretooth, Taylor Kitsch as Gambit, Danny Huston as William Stryker and Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool.
Taking the focus of the story on the metal-clawed mutant Wolverine, "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" serves as a prequel to the "X-Men" trilogy. It chronicles the violent and romantic early life of the titular character, including his participation on the Weapon X program and his complex relationship with Victor Creed. Along the way, Wolverine encounters many mutants, including surprise appearances by several legends of the X-Men universe.
Video: Performances at 2009 Oscars
February 23, 2009 02:02:19Star-studded performances at this year's Academy Awards taking place on February 22 in Hollywood, California have been made available to watch through a newly-found video footage. The show's host Hugh Jackman brought Beyonce Knowles, Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens and many others to the stage of Kodak Theatre for a musical set.
Taking the stage in a suit and a top hat, Jackman said, "You're probably wondering why I'm wearing a suit. Well, something truly remarkable happening here. Something we thought never happened in our live times." He then continued with singing and dancing alongside a bunch of hunks and when he shouted, "Wait a minute, something is missing," Knowles appeared and joined him in the song-and-dance routine.
Video: Hugh Jackman Rehearsing for 2009 Oscars
February 21, 2009 01:02:56Gearing up for 2009 Academy Awards, Hugh Jackman has been rehearsing in New York on a temporary stage in Hollywood. Through a video footage taken by an assistant working on a short for Jackman's production partner John Palermo, he is seen mostly practicing his vocals and dancing moves in addition to sharing his thought about his upcoming appearance in the annual event.
Starting with a scene where the "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" actor wears a top hat, singing and doing a couple of moves, the video continues showing all the people on the stage clamping their feet to the stage, rehearsing for the song-and-dance routine reportedly directed by "Australia" helmer Baz Luhrmann.
Anne Hathaway Rumored to Open 2009 Oscars With Hugh Jackman
February 20, 2009 04:02:14Anne Hathaway is believed to have been recruited as one of the artists singing and dancing with Hugh Jackman at the opening set of this year's Academy Awards. Breaking the news for the first time, Life & Style quotes a source, "Anne is rehearsing at the Kodak Theatre [site of the Oscars] in Hollywood today."
In addition to Hathaway and Jackman, Beyonce Knowles has previously been rumored to join the opening singing-and-dancing number at the annual event. Furthermore, Vanessa Hudgens and her boyfriend Zac Efron, who was said to present an award at the event, may also make a contribution to the set.
Full Cast Photo of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'
January 19, 2009 02:01:50Responding to the recent report that "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is getting extensive re-shoots treatment, the action fantasy movie star Hugh Jackman sent out an e-mail exposing a new image from the movie to Ain't It Cool News. The brand new picture exhibits Jackman's Wolverine as the center of attention. Behind him stands Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool, Taylor Kitsch's Gambit, Liev Schreiber's Sabretooth and Lynn Collins' Silver Fox.
Aside from bringing forth the photo, Jackman also explained about the re-shoots. "I wanted to reach out and let you know that due to scheduling conflicts with certain cast members and location/weather considerations, we had to wait until now to shoot a couple of scenes," part of the e-mail read. "Please rest assured that WOLVERINE will be badass and hopefully meet all of your expectations."
Hugh Jackman Out of 'Cleo' Talks
January 02, 2009 04:01:50Hugh Jackman won't be playing Roman general Mark Antony in "Cleo". According to Variety, the Tony Award-winning actor has removed himself from discussions to star alongside Catherine Zeta-Jones in the musical movie. Though it is still unclear what really is the reason behind him bowing out from the talks, words coming out from the insiders pointed on scheduling conflicts.
On other casting news related to the 40-year-old, the Daily Telegraph reported that Jackman will be lending his voice to the Warner Bros.' animated feature film, "Guardians of Ga'Hoole". If he is indeed cast, he will most likely work with Hugo Weaving and Ryan Kwanten under the direction of director Zack Snyder.
Hugh Jackman, 81st Academy Awards Official Host
December 13, 2008 10:12:41It is official, Hugh Jackman has been named 81st Annual Academy Awards' host by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The announcement has been made on Friday, December 12 by producer Laurence Mark and executive producer Bill Condon in a joint statement, "Hugh Jackman is a consummate entertainer and an internationally renowned movie star."
"He also has style, elegance and a sense of occasion," the pair further commented on the positive side of the man who has just been dubbed People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, stressing, "Hugh is the ideal choice to host a celebration of the year's movies - and to have fun doing it." Of the breaking out from the typical Oscar host with Jackman, Mark reasoned, "We are trying to get away from this late-night talk show rut. It seemed to us that we needed to turn a corner and get somebody who is, imagine that, a movie star."
Hugh Jackman Spills Bits of 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Trailer
December 12, 2008 04:12:13One of the scenes to be seen in the trailer of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" will apparently involve Wolverine coming out from water in slow motion. Sharing what he knows to Total Film, Hugh Jackman hints on the particular scene when talking about his expectation of fans reaction towards the trailer of this highly anticipated action movie.
"There's a shot in the trailer that I had in my head...It comes out on 12 December," the 40-year-old actor says. "There's a shot I had in my head of the character coming out of the water from a tank."
He then continues, "While I was shooting I was screaming at the top of my voice, 'Raaaahhhhh!' That's what I had in my head how people would see it. There's a shot in my head and you'll see me coming out in slow motion and you see veins and all that and there's no CGI."
Video: Celeb Friends' Birthday Greetings for Britney Spears
December 03, 2008 10:12:40Birthday girl Britney Spears got birthday greetings from celebrity friends, including Hugh Jackman, Taylor Swift, and Reese Witherspoon, during her live appearance on "Good Morning America" on Tuesday, December 2. She was also presented with a six-tier cake made by Buddy Velastro of Carlo's Bakery.
Hugh, who has just been named People's 2008 Sexiest Man Alive, sang "Happy Birthday" for Britney and he also blew a kiss for her in a video aired during the TV show. As for Reese, beside wishing the pop star a happy birthday she also praised her as a "great" person. Taylor admitted in the video that she is a big fan of Britney and feels optimistic about her new album "Circus", which hit the U.S. market that day. Britney's birthday cake, meanwhile, was also decorated with circus stuff to match up her circus-themed performance on "Good Morning America."
More Fresh Pictures From 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'
December 02, 2008 11:12:20Following the outing of Taylor Kitsch's Gambit photo earlier, a series of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" stills has been found. Released by the 20th Century Fox, the photos focus on the film's two main characters, Hugh Jackman's Logan and Liev Schreiber's Victor Creed. Three of the images put both on a scene, while the rest highlight on the action Logan is facing.
One of the pictures that display both Logan and Creed together gives out the time the two with a band of World War II soldier storming in on a beach. Another one presents both of them standing face to face against each other, whereas the other shows them tied on a pole in front of what seems to be an execution team. All of the photos can be seen below.
Harry Connick Jr. and Hugh Jackman to Guest Star on 'The View'
December 01, 2008 03:12:56Emmy award-winning talk show, "The View", will have more guest-star actors appearing on the ABC's show. Harry Connick Jr. from "P.S. I Love You" and Hugh Jackman from "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", are some of the actors who are reported to make time for an interview on the show.
Though Connick Jr. and Jackman have been set to come to the talk show this week, they will not be interviewed on the same day. While Connick will get an interview on Thursday, December 4, Jackman will be on the hot-seat on Friday, December 5.
Hugh Jackman Ready to Leave His Wolverine Character
November 28, 2008 04:11:09Despite sharing what he wants for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" sequel earlier, Hugh Jackman reveals that he will leave the "X-Men" series if "Wolverine" doesn't do well upon its release in 2009. To Moviehole on Thursday, November 27, the 40-year-old says, "If it's clear to us on May second or third that that's gone, then I'll walk away happily."
The actor, who has been dubbed as the 2008 Sexiest Man Alive by People, further explains the reason behind his future decision to leave the franchise. "I'm not going to flog something - or flog a dead horse, or try and make movies that people don't really want to go and see," he claims. "I have no interest in that. Even no matter how much I love the character. So there are many prerequisites"
Hugh Jackman Talks Potential 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Sequel
November 28, 2008 09:11:48Though "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is literally months away from its theatrical release in 2009, talks of possible sequel have been thrown out by its star Hugh Jackman. Talking to MTV earlier, the co-star of Nicole Kidman in "Australia" shared his idea for the second "Wolverine" movie's plot that he wants to do, hinting that Wolverine may make his way to Japan.
Of it, Jackman said, "The most intriguing thing to me was the Japan story. I love the Japan story." He then added that the idea for the Japan set has been thought of for awhile now stating, "I wanted to do the Japan story from around 'X-Men 2.' Can you just picture Wolverine in Japan with the triads and the samurai? It's just genius."
'Australia' Comes to New York for Premiere
November 25, 2008 02:11:47A couple of days before opening in U.S. theaters, "Australia" has held a special screening event in New York. Taking place at the Ziegfeld Theater on Monday, November 24, the premiere event saw one extravagant gala attended by many celebrities from the film's stars Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman to musician Moby and model Lydia Hearst.
Joining Jackman and Kidman on the red carpet were director Baz Luhrmann and co-producer Catherine Martin, as well as Kidman's husband, country singer Keith Urban. Aside from them, other celebrity guests, like Kelsey Grammer, Olivia Newton-John, Lauren Bacall, Alicia Witt, Deborra-Lee Furness, Helena Christensen, and many others, have also been spotted attending the special event.
Hugh Jackman Nabs People's 2008 Sexiest Man Alive Title
November 20, 2008 09:11:54An actor and father of two children, Hugh Jackman can now add People magazine's 2008 Sexiest Man Alive title into his resume. Described by the magazine as "a triple threat: a star who can sing, dance and wield a weapon," he bests some other notable names in the annual list that also includes Daniel Craig on the 2nd spot and Jon Hamm on the 3rd spot.
Celebrating his newly attached title, Hugh conducts an interview with People's Elizabeth Leonard and Julie Jordan to talk about some of his personal issues, from his first kiss to what he wears to bed. Besides, he also shares his wife Deborra-Lee Furness' response on his Sexiest Man Alive title, about which he says, "God bless her, she said, 'I could've told them that years ago!' And then she said, 'Obviously, Brad wasn't available this year.' And I said, 'That was a joke, right?'"
Video Interview: Hugh Jackman Opens Up About 'Wolverine'
July 26, 2008 11:07:45The 2008 San Diego Comic Con has kicked off its film festivities officially on Thursday, July 24 and with it came a bunch of chances to get more scoop on the next highly anticipated movies. Amidst the studios' presentations of their upcoming movies, Movie Web gets the opportunity to go one-on-one with the star of forthcoming "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", Hugh Jackman.
Giving press the chance to question him about "Wolverine", Jackman shared a bit about what fans should expect from the spin-off of the "X-Men" series. In the video interview which can be seen below, the 39-year-old revealed that moviegoers will be presented with the story of Wolverine right from the beginning where viewers can see him as a young child also.
The 33rd Annual Saturn Awards Nominees Unveiled
February 21, 2007 10:02:11
Keeps carrying out its tradition in recognizing the top works in science fiction, fantasy, and horror in film, television, and home video, the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films officially revealed yesterday, February 20, the contenders for its 2007 Saturn Awards, set to take place in Universal City on May 10.
Showing up as the leader of the pack is "Superman Returns" which amazingly gains ten nominations, five of them being in acting categories besides those of Best Fantasy Film, Best Director for Bryan Singer, Best Special Effects, Best Music, and Best Writing.
Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman in "Australia"
December 26, 2006 01:12:03
Filming on the drama flick "Australia" has just begun. The film's cast, Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman, were in Camden for interior and exterior scenes on Wednesday and Thursday Dec 20th and 21st.
Per The Sydney Morning Herald, the shooting takes place in Camelot, a grand house at Camden on Sydney's outskirts.
Hugh Jackman Wants to Make the "Voyage" with CBS
November 27, 2006 03:11:26
Acting at first, and now Hugh Jackman gives hand at producing. The actor has been tapped to produce hour-long drama "Voyages" for CBS.
Doing his new assignment, Jackman won't make the "Voyage" single-handed. He will get help from Max Makowski who has been billed to write and direct the show.
Hugh Jackman Opens the Way for "The Amateur"
November 09, 2006 03:11:21
Seemingly growing well in its progress, Hugh Jackman's Seed Production has successfully landed a Fox 2000 deal to turn Robert Littell's 1981 spy novel into the big screen for the striking actor to star, Variety has revealed.
Entitled "The Amateur" just like the book's title, pic sees Jackman take the lead as a CIA cryptographer whose fiancee is killed in a suspicious plane crash then learns that it turned out to be brought down by terrorist. The hunk will also produce as well with his partner John Palermo while "24" executive producer Evan Katz is attached to pen the script.
List of Spike TV's Scream Awards Winners
October 09, 2006 11:10:14
"Scream Queen", that's the new predicate Kate Beckinsale gets during Spike TV's Scream Awards 2006 ceremony held October 7th. The British actress garnered one of the ceremony's top individual awards for her part as the beautiful vampire heroine Selene in the vampire action film "Underworld: Evolution".
Elsewhere, fellow actress Jessica Alba was presented with the event's "Sexiest Superhero" award for her portrayal of the Invisible Woman in "Fantastic Four". This summer's blockbuster "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" was another big winner, grabbed four awards for Best Fantasy Movie, Best Sequel, Best F/X, and Most Heroic Performance as well for actor Johnny Depp.
Hugh Jackman Lingers on "Plumm Summer"
September 28, 2006 02:09:53
It's just a month ago that Hugh Jackman got chosen to play the lead in "Carousel" and now he's already taken another new stint. The "X-Men" star has been confirmed to take part in an independent feature titled "A Plumm Summer", Variety has revealed.
Doing so, the hunk thereby will be billed alongside William Baldwin, Henry Winkler, and Lisa Guerrero to come under first-time helmer Caroline Zelder who previously worked as apprentice editor for Steven Seagal's 1998 vehicle of "The Patriot." Meanwhile, the project itself will deal with the aftermath of a famous puppet's kidnapping and two youngsters' bid to solve the case.
Hugh Jackman & Wife's Big Movie Projects
August 16, 2006 01:08:27
His profession as an actor makes Hugh Jackman an expert in the field. The Australian man, a year after launching his Seed Productions company in the United States, has now opened a Sydney office, launched August 15th at the Rocks in Sydney.
As he's doing so, Jackman becomes more committed to film industry, and with the help from his actress wife Deborra-Lee Furness and business partner John Palermo, is planning to produce at least five Australian films a year with a production budget of under $10 million for each project. They, moreover, also plan to make stage productions as well as television.
Hugh Jackman Takes a Ride on "Carousel"
August 03, 2006 08:08:13
As Fox 2000 prepares to bring up "Carousel", a remake of the 1956 musical feature of the same title, onto the big screen, Hugh Jackman has finally been chosen to play the lead role of the project, so Variety has reported.
Last seen reprising his role as Wolverine in "X-Men: The Last Stand", the actor is billed to portray Billy Bigelow, a carnival barker whose temper unfortunately puts him in the middle of a botched robbery which leads to his death. The film then will see him being given one day to return and settle on the problems he left behind that take form in a teenager who possesses a lot of his rebellious traits.
Hugh Jackman and Wife Flew Home for Kidman-Urban Nuptials
June 23, 2006 02:06:47
After Naomi Watts, now Hugh Jackman. The actor was reported as the latest celebrity to arrive in Sydney for Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's wedding.
Jackman and wife Deborra-Lee Furness flew into the city from Shanghai Wednesday June 21st, 2006. Responded to reporters' questions, Jackman simply replied "Wedding? What wedding?"
Naomi Watts Jetted into Sydney for Nicole's Wedding
June 22, 2006 10:06:23
Fellow Aussie actress Naomi Watts jetted into Sydney early Wednesday June 21st, 2006 for Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's wedding, which is widely expected to be held on Sunday in a Catholic Church.
Watts, reportedly, also was expected to attend a bachelorette party for Kidman later Wednesday at the home of Kidman's sister, Antonia Kidman. "I'm very excited for my friend," Watts told reporters after saying she wasn't "at liberty to discuss" any details of the event. She and Kidman met when they were young actresses in Sydney, that's for everybody to know.
Nicole Kidman Does Hint at Her Nuptials with Urban
June 20, 2006 09:06:38
Bingo. They finally hint at their impending nuptials. "We are very happy to be back in Australia. We have come home to celebrate our wedding with our family and friends," Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban said in a statement issued by the actress' publicist in Sidney.
Ended months of speculation, it is safe to say that Kidman and Urban may hold their wedding in the coming days judging from the preparation they've made. Tight security had been installed at Kidman's Sydney home, with a camera placed on the front gate and security guards on the street, to prevent paparazzi taking photographs.
Hugh Jackman Signed on for Director Baz Luhrmann's New Film
June 08, 2006 10:06:38
The director could at last find the perfect man for his upcoming film. Hugh Jackman is the perfect figure to replace Russell Crowe in Baz Luhrmann's Australian period epic.
Crowe dropped out of the historic epic, co-starring Nicole Kidman, a few weeks ago and was previously reported to have been replaced by Heath Ledger. However, by now on Jackman is to star in the action-adventure romance, set in pre-World War II Australia.
"X-Men: The Official Game" Will Be Released Soon
April 21, 2006 04:04:45
"Superman Returns: The Videogame" will soon hit the market, on June 26th to be exact. But prior to the release of the set, "X-Men: The Official Game" will be released earlier on May 16th, ten days before "X-Men: The Last Stand" hits worldwide theater.
And to make sure the game remains true to the movie version, not only it will include the likenesses and voices of several stars from the action drama fantasy flick, but it brings in too the screenwriter from the film. Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Alan Cumming and Shawn Ashmore will all reprise their film roles.
Brett Ratner Is Reported to Direct "Wolverine"
March 20, 2006 02:03:07
Brett Ratner reportedly has impressed producers of the highly anticipated "Wolverine" with his work on upcoming second sequel "X-Men: The Last Stand" that he's been tapped to direct the upcoming film.
The director also is reported of wanting Hugh Jackman to reprise his superhero role, while actor Vinnie Jones is also in contention to repeat his forthcoming Juggernaut role.
Hugh Jackman Set for Fed X
December 15, 2005 10:12:4120th Century Fox is reported to have acquired the Dario Scardapane spec script "Fed X." Moreover, they also have slated Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman to star in besides producing with his Seed Production partner John Palermo.
An action flick as an outgrowth of the relationship on the "X-Men 3" and the spin-off film "Wolverine," "Fed X" tells the story of a green FBI agent sent to Miami to retrieve a criminal for prosecution. During the return trip, the fed and the thug each learn there's more to the other than expected. Meanwhile, Jackman and Palermo are producing the spin-off with Lauren Shuler Donner and Avi Arad.
Michael Caine's Children & Prestige
October 31, 2005 10:10:45Actor Michael Caine has two more movie projects to complete. The first is sci-fi, drama, adventure "The Children of Men." The flick is set in a near future where mankind has lost the ability to procreate, the world is rocked by the news that the youngest person on earth -- who is 18 years old -- has died. As chaos erupts, a former radical is engaged to be the protector of the most sought after person on the planet -- the last remaining pregnant female.
In "The Children of Men" Caine will play alongside Clive Owen, Julianne Moore and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Whereas, the second one is Disney and Warner Bros.'s "The Prestige," for which he will team up with director Christopher Nolan. In this action drama film Caine will join Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale, who both will play rival magicians in turn-of-the-century London who battle each other for trade secrets. The rivalry is so intense that it turns them into murderers. The title refers to the residue left after a magician's successful trick.
And the Next Bond Is Craig
October 15, 2005 10:10:31It's him, yes it's Daniel Craig. The English actor has been chosen as the next 007 agent James Bond. He's been chosen to replace Pierce Brosnan and successfully beat off competition from Clive Owen, Hugh Jackman and unknown actor Henry Cavill to be the first blond Bond.
Concerning his choosing Craig commented "It's something else. I'm speechless. I've just got to step up to the plate and deal with it. I had a confidence about it but then that's because of the people around me who made me feel good about it. I knew positively on Monday. I was in Baltimore when I took the call. My first reaction was I needed a drink."
You Could See Hugh Jackman Now
October 07, 2005 01:10:51If you can't see your idol Hugh Jackman now, it's okay. You can see him later, soon in the near future, playing in Walt Disney Pictures musical "If You Could See Me Now." The movie is based on Cecelia Ahern novel of the same name. Jackman himself will produce the film alongside Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, and John Palermo.
"If You Could See Me Now" will follow the character portrayed by Jackman, who would play the imaginary friend of a lonely 6-year-old who has been left behind by his mother and is being raised by his aunt. The twist occurs when the aunt can suddenly see the imaginary friend, and a romance blossoms between them.
"X-Men" Star Adopts Baby Daughter
July 28, 2005 04:07:40"X-Men" star Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborra-lee Furness adopt a baby girl named Ava Eliot, born July 10. This is the second for the Australian couple, who previously adopted a son, Oscar Maximillian, in May 2000. Jackman's representative John Palermo says, "They are very happy."
Jackman to Host Broadway's Tony Awards
March 17, 2005 10:03:15Australian actor Hugh Jackman will return as host of the 59th Tony Awards, Broadway's biggest party of the year. The annual award which will be held on June 5, 2005 at Radio City Music Hall will be broadcasted by CBS and the list of the nominations are due to be announced in May.
Jackman the New Bond
January 20, 2005 10:01:33Has sometimes being delayed over the power struggle wages between its movie maker, the Broccoli family with MGM, a decision for who'll be the next Bond soon comes up.
The choice for the next Bond comes to the Australian actor, Hugh Jackman, who emerges as number one favourite after Clive Owen at number two and Ewan McGregor at number three favourite actor to play the next Bond role.
