Deborra-Lee Furness, the estranged wife of Hugh Jackman, may have just confirmed what many have been speculating about the couple’s September 2023 separation.
It seems their split may be tied to Jackman’s rumored affair with his former Music Man co-star, Sutton Foster.
The 68-year-old Australian actress subtly gave credence to these claims by “liking” a video posted by gossip blogger Tasha Lustig on October 26.
The video alleged that Jackman was “running off with the mistress” and planning a “soft launch” of their relationship.
Adding fuel to the fire, Deborra-Lee’s close friend Amanda de Cadenet commented on the post, remarking, “You are on point with this one. My beloved friend Deb is about to have her glow up any moment fyi!”
This comment only seemed to confirm the growing speculation about Jackman’s extramarital affair and the effects it had on his marriage.
The Affair Timeline: How It All Began
The seeds of the alleged affair may have been sown back in 2020, right as the world was shutting down due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
It was during this time that Jackman and Foster began working on The Music Man revival on Broadway.
Jackman, who took on the role of Harold Hill, and Foster, who portrayed Marian Paroo, seemed to be growing closer as they worked on the production, which ran from February 2022 to January 2023 at the Winter Garden Theatre in New York.
According to sources close to the situation, Jackman and Foster’s relationship is what led to the breakdown of his marriage with Deborra-Lee.
One insider revealed, “A lot of people on Broadway knew, and we kept it quiet because both of them are so nice and great people.
Everyone respected their privacy. But there was an affair and overlap. They are really happy now.”
However, not everyone had the same perspective.
Another source claimed that Deborra-Lee was “blindsided” by the affair and found out about it during the run of the Broadway show.
The affair, which had apparently become the worst-kept secret on Broadway, was never openly acknowledged by Jackman, making the betrayal even more painful for Deborra-Lee.
The Emotional Toll on Deborra-Lee Furness
For Deborra-Lee, who was married to Jackman for 27 years and has two adult children with him, the revelation of the affair was particularly devastating.
A close friend of Deborra-Lee shared, “For a woman who’s been in a marriage for 27 years who then discovers her partner was unfaithful and isn’t trustworthy, it’s a pretty devastating life experience.
I think many people were shocked he could do this to her, especially as she’s the mother of his children, and they’ve navigated three decades of life together. A little respect may have been in order.”
This betrayal not only affects Deborra-Lee emotionally but also complicates the division of the couple’s significant wealth, which is reportedly valued at $180 million.
As they navigate the legal complexities of their separation, Deborra-Lee’s friends and family are likely hoping that she will soon experience a much-needed personal “glow-up.”
Sutton Foster’s Role and the Growing Media Attention
Meanwhile, Sutton Foster’s personal life has also come under scrutiny.
The two-time Tony Award winner recently filed for an uncontested divorce from her second husband, Ted Griffin, on October 22.
The two were married for over a decade and have an adopted daughter together.
Foster’s relationship with Jackman is said to have begun shortly after their professional collaboration on The Music Man, but the timeline remains unclear.
Foster, who divorced actor Christian Borle in 2009, is currently starring as Princess Winnifred in Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway.
As she navigates her own personal life and career, the fallout from her rumored affair with Jackman continues to make headlines.
What’s Next for Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster?
While Jackman is moving forward with his own projects, including a few high-profile films like Song Sung Blue and The Death of Robin Hood, the impact of his alleged affair with Foster could continue to echo in both their personal and professional lives.
As for Deborra-Lee, many are eager to see how she rebuilds after such a public and painful betrayal, with her close friends optimistic that she will soon shine brighter than ever.
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