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Hugh Jackman and Deborra-lee Jackman Separate
“We have been blessed to share almost three decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage,” the couple write in a statement given exclusively to PEOPLE.
We have decided to separate in order to pursue our individual growth as our journey is changing right now.
“Our family has always been and will always be our top focus. We begin the following chapter with a spirit of thanks, love, and kindness.
As our family navigates this adjustment in our lives, we sincerely appreciate your understanding and respect for our privacy.
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Hugh Jackman The final statement
The statement’s final line reads, “This is the only statement either of us will make,” and is signed, “Deb and Hugh Jackman.” The Australian couple has been married for 27 years and has two children, Oscar, age 23, and Ava, age 18.
The costars quickly fell in love with one other after meeting in 1995 on the set of the Australian television series Corelli. Less than a year later, Deb, an accomplished actress, and Hugh, a newcomer actor just out of theatre school, got married.
She was a tremendous star, Deb is in the driver’s seat when I’m picked up. Hugh, 54, recalled their initial meeting to PEOPLE in 2017 and said, “I’ll never forget.
“She unbuckled her seatbelt, turned around, held out her hand, removed her sunglasses, and introduced herself as Deborra-lee Furness, saying, “Hi, lovely to meet you. I distinctly recall thinking, “I like this chick.
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