The Academy Award-winning actor has allegedly been involved in an affair with his co-star in 'The Music Man', leading to Jackman's divorce from his wife of 27 years, Deborra-Lee Furness.
- November 14, 2024
AceShowbiz - Hollywood and Broadway have been abuzz with rumors surrounding Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, who allegedly embarked on a secret romance during their time as co-stars in the Broadway revival of "The Music Man". Sources close to the actors claim that Jackman's relationship with Foster was a significant factor in his separation from Deborra-Lee Furness, his wife of 27 years.
Jackman, 56, and Foster, 49, worked together on "The Music Man" from December 2021 to January 2023. Their on-stage chemistry fueled speculation, and it wasn't long before the whispers of an affair became a topic among Broadway insiders. According to an Us Weekly source, the affair was "Broadway's worst-kept secret," and Furness was reportedly the last to know.
A theater source revealed, "Sutton and Hugh's relationship is the reason Hugh and Deb got divorced." With both actors now separated from their respective spouses, sources say they are happily together. Foster filed for divorce from her husband of 10 years, Ted Griffin, in October 2023, just a month after Jackman and Furness publicly announced their split.
Fostering a close friendship during their Broadway run, Jackman and Foster were often seen hanging out together, and their bond extended beyond the professional sphere. On "Late Night With Seth Meyers", Jackman gushed about Foster, stating, "I've watched everything she's done. It's amazing." Foster echoed similar sentiments on "Live with Kelly and Ryan", sharing how Jackman became one of her closest friends.
Furness, however, was deeply affected by the revelations. A friend of the couple said, "I think many people were shocked [Hugh] could do this to her, especially as she's the mother of his children, and they've navigated three decades of life together." Despite the scandal, Furness has chosen to remain dignified and protective of her family.
As for Jackman and Foster, sources claim they are now planning to "soft launch" their relationship publicly. Yet the couple continues to maintain a low profile due to their children and the implications on Jackman's public image, which has long been that of Hollywood's nicest guy.
