Hugh Jackman
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Hugh Michael Jackman
Date of Birth: October 12, 1968
Place of Birth: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Height: 190 cm (6′3″)
Weight: ~85–90 kg
Religion: Christian (raised Anglican)
Nationality: Australian
Ancestry: English (with Greek lineage via maternal line reported)
Languages: English
Marital Status: Previously married to Deborra-Lee Furness (1996–2023)
Children: 2 — Oscar (2000), Ava (2005)
Occupation: Actor, Singer, Producer
Education: University of Technology Sydney (BA Communications); WAAPA (music theatre)
Net Worth: $100M+ (2025 public estimate)
Total Social Followers: Large global audience
Businesses: Stage & screen production ventures
Notable Works: X-Men series (Wolverine), Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman, Broadway’s The Music Man
Current Residence: New York City; Sydney
Number of Houses: Multiple properties (US & Australia)
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Youngest of five; parents emigrated from the UK to Australia.
- Studied communications, then trained in musical theatre at WAAPA.
- Early TV break on Correlli (1995), where he met Deborra-Lee Furness.
- Stage roles across Australia and the West End.
- International breakout as Wolverine in X-Men (2000).
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2000–2017: Iconic Wolverine across multiple X-Men films.
- 2012: Oscar nomination for Les Misérables (Jean Valjean).
- 2017–2023: Hit musical projects incl. The Greatest Showman and tours.
- 2019–2022: Tony-nominated Broadway revival of The Music Man.
- 2020s: Continues film, stage, and philanthropic endeavors.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Academy Award nomination — Best Actor (Les Misérables).
- Golden Globe winner; multiple nominations.
- Tony Award winner; Emmy for hosting the Tonys.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame star.
- Numerous theatre and film accolades worldwide.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Learned to sing and dance professionally before superhero fame.
- Has run global arena tours performing film & Broadway hits.
- Trains intensively for superhero roles, emphasizing functional strength.
- Philanthropic work in child health and cancer research.
- Hosted the Oscars (2009) to acclaim.
- Enjoys coffee, fitness, and beach runs in Sydney.
- Speaks often about gratitude and mental wellness.
- Recorded duets with major artists for musical projects.
- Loves stage acting as much as blockbuster films.
- Supports arts education initiatives.
- Worked across genres: action, drama, musical, animation voiceover.
- Known for professionalism and kindness on set.
- Committed to skin cancer awareness after personal scares.
- Practices intermittent philanthropy through appearances and auctions.
- Advocates for fair treatment of crew and theatre workers.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hugh Jackman born?
October 12, 1968 — Sydney, Australia.
How tall is he?
190 cm (6′3″).
Is he married?
Previously married to Deborra-Lee Furness (1996–2023).
Children?
Two — Oscar and Ava.
Net worth (2025)?
$100M+ (public estimates).
Most famous roles?
Wolverine, Jean Valjean, P.T. Barnum.
Has he won a Tony?
Yes — plus additional nominations.
Does he still perform on stage?
Yes — frequent musical/theatre work.
Where does he live?
New York City and Sydney.
Fitness routine?
Strength + functional training for roles.
Philanthropy?
Child health, cancer research, arts education.
Awards beyond film?
Emmys for hosting; theatre awards.
Upcoming projects?
Ongoing film and stage slate.
Social media?
Active, family-friendly presence.
Production work?
Involved in producing select projects.