Hollywood Couple Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee to Separate

The couple stressed that their family remains their top priority during this challenging period.

Transcript

00:00 In a surprising turn of events, Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborah Leigh Furness

00:05 have revealed their decision to separate after nearly 27 years of marriage. The beloved couple,

00:11 known for their enduring love story, shared the news with their fans and the public in a joint

00:16 statement to a leading magazine. "We have been blessed to share almost three decades together

00:21 as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage. Our journey now is shifting,

00:26 and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth," read the heartfelt statement

00:32 from Hugh and Deborah. The couple emphasized that their family remains their highest priority

00:38 throughout this difficult time. They expressed their gratitude, love and kindness. Hugh and

00:43 Deborah, both celebrated figures in the entertainment industry, are parents to two

00:49 adopted children, Oscar and Eva, whom they have raised together. Their unwavering commitment to

00:54 family has been a cornerstone of the relationship. Their love story began in 1995, when they crossed

01:01 paths on the set of the Australian TV series Corella. Within a year of meeting, the exchange

01:08 was on April 11, 1996, marking the beginning of their enduring bond. One notable aspect of the

01:15 relationship has been the age difference between Hugh and Deborah. With Deborah being 13 years

01:21 older than Hugh, this unique characteristic of the partnership has been a subject of fascination

01:26 for fans and the media throughout their marriage.