Deborra-Lee Furness Speaks Out for First Time Since Filing for Divorce from Hugh Jackman
Deborra-Lee Furness, the 69-year-old Australian actress and ex-wife of Hugh Jackman, has made her first public statement since filing for divorce from the actor. According to a statement provided to PEOPLE and first shared with The Daily Mail, Furness expressed her thoughts on the "traumatic journey of betrayal" she has experienced.
"My heart and compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal," Furness said. "However, I believe in a higher power and that God/the universe, whatever you relate to as your guidance, is always working FOR us. This belief has helped me navigate the breakdown of an almost three-decade marriage."
Furness and Jackman, 56, were married for 27 years before announcing their separation in 2023. The couple shares two children: son Oscar and daughter Ava. Their divorce filings indicate that the terms are uncontested and will only need a sign-off from a judge.
In her statement, Furness reflected on the lessons she has learned during this difficult time. "Even when we are presented with apparent adversity, it is leading us to our greatest good, our true purpose. It can hurt, but in the long run, returning to yourself and living within your own integrity, values and boundaries is liberation and freedom."
Furness also shared that she has come to realise that "none of this is personal." "We are all on our individual journeys and I believe that the relationships in our lives are not random. We are drawn to people, we invite them in, in order to learn our lessons and to recognize and heal the broken parts of ourselves…I remain grateful," she concluded.
The news of Furness’s statement comes after Jackman was recently spotted holding hands with his former Music Man costar Sutton Foster. Foster, 50, filed for divorce in October 2024 from husband Ted Griffin following 10 years of marriage. While speaking to PEOPLE at the 2024 Drama Desk Awards in June, Foster praised Jackman, calling him "one of the greatest guys ever, an incredible costar."
Furness and Jackman’s separation was announced in September 2023, with the couple sharing a joint statement expressing their desire to "pursue our individual growth." The statement was provided to PEOPLE, a news provider that has been covering the story.
As reported by PEOPLE, a source close to the couple noted that the divorce is a "difficult" time for both Furness and Jackman. However, it appears that both parties are committed to moving forward and starting new chapters in their lives.
The news of Furness’s statement and Jackman’s rumoured romance with Foster has sparked interest in the public, with many fans taking to social media to share their thoughts on the situation. However, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming months.
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The divorce of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness has been a major news story, with many outlets covering the developments. According to PEOPLE, the couple’s divorce is expected to be finalised in the coming months.
In related news, Sutton Foster’s recent divorce from Ted Griffin has also been making headlines. The actress filed for divorce in October 2024, citing irreconcilable differences.
As the situation continues to unfold, fans will be keeping a close eye on the developments. For now, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Hugh Jackman, Deborra-Lee Furness, and Sutton Foster.
Source: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/hugh-jackman-ex-wife-deborra-045804987.html reported that Furness made her first public statement since filing for divorce.
