Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Might Have a Surprising Connection

Actor Hugh Jackman, best known for his portrayal of Wolverine in the X-Men franchise, recently revealed an unexpected link to his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness.

While they may not have a dramatic backstory like the characters in comic books, their connection is nonetheless intriguing.

Jackman and Furness tied the knot in 1996 after meeting on the set of the Australian TV series Correlli.

Despite the challenges that come with being in the spotlight, the couple has managed to maintain a strong and loving relationship over the years.

During an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in 2003, Jackman shared an interesting discovery about their family history.

He explained that his father, who worked as an accountant, traced the theatrical vein in their family.

To their surprise, they found that two of Jackman's great-aunts, with the maiden name Furness, were also involved in the theater industry in London.

Coincidentally, Furness is also Deborra-Lee's maiden name, and her ancestors were from the same region in England.

Jackman humorously remarked, “My wife is my sister, maybe cousin at best.”

Despite the revelation, it seems that Jackman and Furness have taken the news in stride and continue to enjoy their married life together.

Their connection may be unusual, but it has not caused any controversy or drama within their relationship.

While Jackman gained fame for his role as Wolverine, he has always had a passion for theater.

Even before his breakthrough in Hollywood, he won a Tony Award for his performance in the Broadway production of The Boy from Oz.

Now, after bidding farewell to Wolverine, Jackman is set to return to Broadway in a revival of The Music Man.

Originally scheduled for 2020, the production was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and is now set to premiere later in 2021.

Jackman's career has been filled with success both on the big screen and the stage.

From his iconic portrayal of Wolverine to his critically acclaimed performance in Les Misérables, he has proven his versatility as an actor.

With his return to Broadway, fans can look forward to witnessing his talent once again in The Music Man.

Despite their unexpected family connection, Jackman and Furness have managed to maintain a loving and supportive relationship.

Their story serves as a reminder that true love can withstand any challenges that come its way.

As they continue their journey together, fans eagerly await Jackman's upcoming performance in The Music Man, where he will undoubtedly impress audiences once again with his remarkable talent.