From Broadway Buddies to Hollywood Romance Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster's Love Story
The bond between Sutton Foster and Hugh Jackman began as purely friendly before evolving into a romantic connection.
Though Foster and Jackman were acquainted through their shared Broadway careers, their friendship deepened considerably after they were selected for the 2022 revival of The Music Man. Performing together for over a year, Foster and Jackman developed a profound closeness.
“His reputation for being exceptionally diligent, remarkably kind, and exceedingly generous is entirely accurate. He puts everyone at ease and never seeks to make things about himself,” Foster enthusiastically shared about her fellow performer in a June 2022 Vogue conversation. “He has now become one of my closest companions, which was unexpected, as one typically approaches such projects hoping for a good working relationship. However, we recently celebrated Memorial Day with our respective families. Discovering new friendships past the age of 40 is truly enjoyable.”
Jackman and Foster were both committed to other partners when their paths initially crossed. The star of Deadpool and Wolverine was wed to his long-term spouse Deborra-Lee Furness, while Foster was married to Ted Griffin. By September 2023, Jackman and Furness publicly disclosed their separation following almost thirty years of marriage. The subsequent year saw Foster initiating divorce proceedings against Griffin.
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During November 2024, Us Weekly stated that Jackman ended his marriage with Furness due to his “connection” with Foster.
“Many within the Broadway community were aware, and discretion was maintained as both individuals are highly regarded and pleasant,” an insider exclusively revealed to Us then. “Everyone honored their need for privacy. However, a romantic entanglement and overlap did occur.”
Two months subsequent, Jackman and Foster acknowledged their romantic involvement during a shared evening in Los Angeles.
Continue reading below for the full chronicle of Jackman and Foster’s relationship:
2008
Jackman was present at a showing of Shrek: The Musical, a production in which Foster held the lead role of Princess Fiona. The two shared a pleasant photograph behind the scenes.
2014
During their hosting duties at the 68th Annual Tony Awards, Jackman and Foster engaged in a dance together within the audience.
2019
It was revealed that Jackman and Foster would portray the principal characters in the revival production of The Music Man.
November 2021
Rehearsals for The Music Man commenced two years subsequent to their initial casting. Foster and Jackman each posted glimpses from behind the scenes, showing them getting ready to perform together.
“Broadway, we are on our way,” Jackman posted on Instagram, accompanying a video of the ensemble rehearsing a segment. “And here’s a glimpse of what we’re bringing.”
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December 2021
The duo made their inaugural stage appearance together as The Music Man began its preview performances.
February 2022
Foster and Jackman appeared on the red carpet side-by-side for the premiere evening.
March 2022
Jackman unexpectedly delighted Foster on stage by encouraging the audience to serenade his fellow performer with Happy Birthday during their final bows.
“Hugh Jackman is a mischievous, terrible, YET WONDERFUL person,” the actress wrote as the caption for the Instagram Reel showcasing the thoughtful act. “He arranged for the whole audience to sing to me yesterday evening.”
June 2022
The pair were present at the 75th Tony Awards, where they delivered a joint performance from The Music Man. The production received a nomination for Best Revival, concurrently with Jackman and Foster being nominated for Best Actor and Actress, respectively. The show did not secure any accolades.
January 2023
The Broadway run of The Music Man concluded after playing for over a year.
September 2023
Jackman and Furness, parents to two adopted children, disclosed their separation following 27 years of marital union.
“We have been fortunate to experience nearly three decades as husband and wife in a beautiful, affectionate marriage. Our path is now evolving, and we have chosen to part ways to foster our personal development,” the estranged couple stated in a joint declaration to People then. “Our family remains, and will forever be, our paramount concern. We embark on this new phase with appreciation, affection, and compassion. We sincerely value your consideration in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this significant change in our lives.”
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October 2024
Approximately a year after Jackman's separation announcement, Us verified that Foster initiated divorce proceedings against Griffin just days ahead of what would have marked their tenth wedding anniversary. The former spouses are parents to their daughter Emily, whom they welcomed through adoption in April 2017.
November 2024
A month following the disclosure of Foster’s separation from Griffin, Us revealed that Foster and Jackman were romantically involved. An insider informed Us that the pair appeared “more joyful than at any prior time.”
January 2025
Jackman was observed at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, showing his support for Foster during the concluding week of her West Coast engagement in Once Upon a Mattress. Several days after the performance, the couple affirmed their romantic status by being captured in photographs holding hands during an outing in Los Angeles.
October 2025
Foster and Jackman were seen together in an uncommon public display at Richard Marx’s concert in New York City, where they were photographed alongside Marx and Daisy Fuentes. Subsequent in the evening, Jackman took to the stage with Marx for a collaborative musical performance.
A few days subsequent, Jackman and Foster appeared on the red carpet together for the first time as a couple, attending the Hollywood premiere of Jackman’s latest film, Song Sung Blue, during a shared evening out.
November 2025
The pair (photo available here) displayed their spirited demeanor upon their arrival at LAX Airport on November 5. Sutton playfully protruded her tongue towards Jackman while they navigated the airport terminal. Both individuals sported relaxed attire and carried backpacks following their journey.
