Months after ending her 27-year marriage to the 'X-Men: Apocalypse' actor, the Australian actress and producer declares that 'this is a year of evolution' for her.
- May 11, 2024
AceShowbiz - Deborra-Lee Furness has opened up about her focus in life following her split from Hugh Jackman. After calling it quits with the "X-Men: Apocalypse" actor, the Australian actress and producer revealed that she has been "embracing evolution and growth."
In a new interview, which was published on Friday, May 10, the 68-year-old filmmaker spoke to Page Six about facing changes. During the chat, which was conducted when she made an appearance at a screening of her new movie "Force of Nature: The Dry 2", she said, "This is a year of evolution for me."
Deborra-Lee went on to tell the media outlet that she has been "learning a lot about myself." She further shared, "And I'm embracing evolution and growth." She then admitted that it's been "scary" along with "every other adjective." Though so, she said that she is "grateful" for the opportunity to grow.
During the interview, Deborra-Lee also talked about the heartwarming support that she has received following her separation from Hugh. She additionally stated, "I say this to all women - your girlfriends are a necessity in life."
The chat came months after Deborra-Lee and Hugh announced their decision to end their 27-year marriage. On September 15, 2023, they issued a statement about the matter to PEOPLE. "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 stated.
"Our family has been and always will be our highest priority. We undertake this next chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness. We greatly appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition in all of our lives," they continued.
Weeks after the shocking news, it was revealed that Hugh is still "processing life" without Deborra-Lee. "Hugh is not against dating or against being put together with someone that friends might think is right for him, but he is also still processing life without the woman he has been with for decades," a source told DailyMail.com on October 12, 2023.
