Heartfelt Reflections: Deborra-Lee Furness Opens Up About 'Betrayal' Following Divorce from Hugh Jackman

After 27 years of marriage, Deborra-Lee Furness expresses her feelings of betrayal in light of her divorce from Hugh Jackman, emphasizing the lessons learned through their relationship.

Deborra-Lee Furness, the Australian actress known for her impactful performances, has recently opened up about the emotional turmoil following her divorce from her long-time husband, Hugh Jackman. In a heartfelt statement, the 69-year-old star expressed, "My compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal," highlighting the deep wounds caused by the separation.

The couple, who filed for divorce in New York on May 23, 2023, announced their separation to the public in September after nearly three decades of marriage. Furness stated that while the experience has been painful, she has also gained a profound wisdom from it. “Sometimes the universe has to create arduous circumstances for us to walk through in order to find our way home, back to our true essence and the sovereignty of self-love,” she said.

Reflecting on the challenges faced, Furness mentioned that the journey towards self-discovery and integrity is ultimately liberating. The couple had shared a joint statement when announcing their separation, affirming their commitment to support each other’s individual paths moving forward. They met while filming the Australian TV series "Corelli" in 1995 before marrying the following year and later adopting two children together.

While Jackman, widely recognized for his role as Wolverine in the "X-Men" franchise, has not publicly responded directly to Furness’s remarks, he recently posted a video on Instagram expressing a lighthearted demeanor, skipping to the NSYNC song "Bye Bye Bye." The couple’s separation marks a significant chapter in both their lives as they embark on their roads of personal growth.