Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, singer, producer |
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| Nationality | Australian |
| Date of Birth | 12/10/1968 |
| Age | 57 years |
| Birthplace | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
Latest News about Hugh Jackman
04/05/2026
Hugh Jackman accompanied his partner Sutton Foster to the 2026 Met Gala on May 4, marking Foster's inaugural appearance at the prestigious event. Jackman, a veteran of the gala scene, attended alongside Foster as they graced the event together.
2026
Hugh Jackman performed a live set at Rupert Murdoch's 95th birthday party in New York, singing songs from The Greatest Showman alongside covers of Fly Me to the Moon and New York, New York. He also announced new theatrical productions for the 2026 season through Together, his partnership with producer Sonia Friedman, which will include starring roles for Jackman at Audible's Off Broadway Minetta Lane Theatre.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Hugh Michael Jackman is an Australian actor, singer, and producer best known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men film series, a part that earned him a Guinness World Record for the longest career as a live-action Marvel character. He has also starred in films such as The Prestige, Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman, and Deadpool & Wolverine, and has received an Academy Award nomination, multiple Golden Globes, Tony Awards, and a Grammy. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.88 m |
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| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Institutions | Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) |
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| Degrees | Bachelor of Arts in Drama |
Personal Life
| Residence | New York City, USA |
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| Religion | Christian (non-denominational) |
| Languages | English |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Deborra-Lee Furness |
| Marriage Date | 11/04/1996 |
Family
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| Siblings | Five older siblings |
Career
| Breakthrough Role | Wolverine in X-Men (2000) |
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| Other Roles | Host of the Tony Awards (2003–2005, 2014) |
Style Quotient
| Signature Look | Classic suits, often in dark tones with a slim fit |
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| Red Carpet Style | Polished, tailored tuxedos and formal wear |
| Grooming | Clean-shaven or neatly trimmed beard, short to medium-length hair |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/hughjackman/ | |
| https://twitter.com/RealHughJackman | |
| https://www.facebook.com/hughjackman | |
| X | https://twitter.com/RealHughJackman |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Hugh Jackman was born in Sydney but raised in Melbourne. | |
| 2. He has battled skin cancer multiple times and is an advocate for skin cancer awareness. | |
| 3. Jackman has a background in teaching and worked as a physical education teacher before pursuing acting full-time. | |
| 4. He holds a Guinness World Record for the longest career as a live-action Marvel character for his portrayal of Wolverine. | |
| 5. Jackman is known for his intense workout regimen and has maintained a very fit physique throughout his career. | |
| 6. His first major professional work was the Australian television mini-series Correlli (1995). |