After 27 years of marriage and two children, Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborra-Lee have decided to divorce.
When approached by TMZ paparazzi, Jackman described this period as “a very difficult time” .
He politely declined to comment further due to the sensitivity of the topic.
The news of their split came as a shock to Hollywood, given the couple’s lengthy marriage.
In a joint statement provided to People Magazine, they announced their divorce while emphasizing their commitment to personal growth.
Their statement read, “We have been blessed to share almost 3 decades 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.”
Hugh Jackman and his estranged wife also highlighted their dedication to their family, which includes two children, Oscar, 23, and Ava, 18.
They requested privacy during this transitional period.
The statement continued, “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.”
The Australian couple first met in 1995 on the set of the Australian TV series “Corelli,” and they married in 1996.
After facing challenges with IVF and experiencing a miscarriage, they adopted their son.
Their daughter was born in 2005.
Jackman and Deborra-Lee had been open about their marriage and appeared to be a happy couple, so the news of their separation has left many devoted fans heartbroken.