Hugh Jackman, Deborra-Lee Furness File For Divorce 2 Years After Separation; Actress Cites ‘Traumatic Journey Of Betrayal’ In Statement

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness are going official with their divorce. The couple – who tied the knot in April 1996 and announced their separation in September 2023 via a joint statement, will now legally part ways. As per latest reports, sources close to Deborra has revealed that the Australian actress has reached a proper settlement and officially filed for divorce from her ex.

Hugh Jackman, Deborra-Lee Furness File For Divorce

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness met in 1995 on the sets of the Australian TV series Corelli. After a courtship of nearly a year, the duo tied the knot on April 11, 1996 and now share two adopted kids Oscar and daughter Ava. Despite there being a 13-year age gap between them, the couple soon emerged as one of the most adored Hollywood couples. However, in September 2023, they announced their split via a statement. It read, “We have been blessed to share almost 3 decades together 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.”

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On May 23, nearly 2 years later, Deborra has filed for divorce in New York. As per the filings, everything has been ‘ironed out behind the scenes’ between the soon-to-be exes. The report stated, “A settlement was reached that Deborra is pleased with which includes a handsome spousal support payment. There was some back and forth regarding this financial agreement but, in the end, she got what she believed she deserved. Both are coming out of this financially secure.”

The report added, “There is not going to be any drama with this gives closure that she needed. They have worked out the details in advance and everything is ironed out in terms of a settlement, alimony and the expenses for the future of their children. They are amicable and they are both fully committed to being the best parents that they can be.”

Deborra’s Statement

As pointed out by Furness’ lawyer Elena Karabatos, the divorce entails continuation of health care coverage and a proposed qualified medical child support order, a New York state case registry form (used to report child support orders to the state’s registry), the settlement, a proposed judgment of divorce and certificate of dissolution, .

Deborra-Lee Furness also released a statement. It reads, “My heart and compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal. It’s a profound wound that cuts deep, however I believe in a higher power and that God/the universe, whatever you relate to as your guidance, is always working FOR us.”

In other news, Hugh is reported to be dating actress Sutton Foster. The two have been seen together publicly on several occasions, including each other’s theater events.

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