Hugh took off his wedding ring after announcing his divorce
First time appearing in public without a wedding ring
Hugh, best known for his iconic role in X-Men, appeared in public for the first time since announcing his separation from his wife of 27 years, Deborra-Lee Furness. On Saturday, the 54-year-old actor was spotted walking alone on the streets of New York City, notably without the wedding ring he has worn for nearly three decades. When paparazzi approached and asked about the breakup, Hugh frankly replied: “This is a difficult time.” He also added that he did not want to discuss the matter further.
The news of Hugh and Deborra-Lee breaking up shocked fans around the world. Just a day earlier, the couple released a joint statement through People magazine, confirming their decision to end their marriage. “We are blessed to have shared nearly three decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful and loving marriage,” the statement read. “Our journey is now changing and we have decided to separate to pursue our personal growth.”
The journey of Hugh and Deborra-Lee Furness
The couple’s love story began in 1996 when they got married in Australia. Over the years, they have built a happy family together, adopting two children: Oscar, now 23, and Ava, 18. Their relationship is admired by many, not least for its longevity, but also because of the deep affection they constantly show for each other.
In April, Hugh shared a heartfelt tribute to Deborra-Lee on their 27th wedding anniversary, posting a loving message on Instagram to further highlight their strong bond. This makes the recent news about their breakup even more surprising to the public.
Despite their split, Hugh and Deborra-Lee emphasized in their statement that they continue to respect and love each other, with family remaining a top priority.
Behind the split: What led to the separation?
While fans were surprised by the announcement, sources close to the couple were said to be aware of the tensions in their marriage. According to an insider who spoke with Page Six, Hugh and Deborra-Lee’s relationship has been difficult for some time. “They are more like roommates than a couple,” the source explained, dispelling rumors that a third party was involved.
Additionally, Dailymail also reported that their relationship began to become more strained during the COVID-19 pandemic. The prolonged quarantine period has created tension between the couple, leading to emotional distance. Although Hugh and Deborra-Lee tried to save their marriage, strikes in Hollywood in recent months have aggravated the situation, making it difficult for them to reconcile.
What’s next for Hugh Jackman?
Currently, Hugh is taking a break from work, with production of Deadpool 3 temporarily paused due to the ongoing strikes in Hollywood. He has expressed his intention to return to acting when allowed. For now, Jackman is focusing on himself, getting through this challenging chapter of his life without the support of his longtime partner.
As Hugh continues to process the end of his nearly three-decade-long marriage, appearing in public without his wedding ring marks an important transition in his life. Fans around the world continue to support him as he embarks on this new personal journey.
