The Wolverine star’s marriage to Deborra-Lee Furness is officially heading for a legal ending.
On May 27, 2025, multiple outlets confirmed that Deborra filed for divorce nearly two years after the couple’s separation in September 2023. She submitted the paperwork in New York City’s Suffolk County Supreme Court on May 23.
According to legal documents, the exes have already worked out the major details of their split privately. But Deborra’s attorney, Elena Karabatos, also filed for “continuation of health care coverage” and a “proposed qualified medical child support order”.
Moreover, the filings included a settlement agreement, proposed judgment, child support registry form, and certificate of dissolution. A judge has yet to sign off to make it all official.
After the news broke, an anonymous source close to Furness spilled some tea to the Daily Mail, saying,
“A settlement was reached… 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… coming out of this financially secure”.
Deborra-Lee Opens Up About Her Divorce Decision
The Shame actress has finally broken her silence following her divorce filing from Hugh after more than 27 years of marriage. In an exclusive statement to Daily Mail on May 27, 2025, Furness appeared to subtly address the reason behind their split.
Alluding to allegations that Jackman was romantically involved with his Music Man Broadway co-star Sutton Foster, without naming names, she shared,
“My heart and compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal. [It] was a profound wound that cuts deep”.
The Australian beauty went on to say that her faith has been a guiding force through this deeply painful chapter, adding,
“I believe in a higher power and that God/the universe, whatever you relate to as your guidance… This belief has helped me navigate the breakdown of an almost three-decade marriage… It can hurt, but in the long run, returning to yourself and living within your own integrity, values and boundaries is liberation and freedom…”
The X-Men star and Deborra announced their split in September 2023. A year later, in October 2024, Sutton filed for divorce from her husband, Ted Griffin, after 10 years of marriage, and their divorce is also still pending.
Hugh and Foster have been publicly dating each other since January 2025.
Fans Applaud Furness For Taking Control, Slam Hugh Over Cheating Allegations
The online community rallied behind Deborra after she pulled the trigger on her marriage. Many praised her decision to walk away, and took harsh aim at Hugh for his alleged role in the former couple’s marital woes. Some of the comments online read,
“When someone shows you who they are, believe them. If they cheated on their spouse or partner, the cheating cycle will continue with you”.
“I’d also file for divorce if my supposed husband was strutting around town with Sutton Foster. Girl you get that marvel money”.
“THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! Take him for everything, Deb!”
“I would also be pleased if I didn’t have to be with Hugh jackman anymore and got paid for it”.
“I’m glad she got the settlement she felt she deserved”.
“Divorce MAGA men! Good for you”.
“I don’t think it was amicable – he cheated. Nice try for Hugh”.
“So disappointed in Hugh. Thought he was better than that. No doubt he will realize his mistake too late”.
“Deborra is free! Congratulations! I totally want the best for Deb”.
After nearly three decades, Deborra-Lee Furness is walking into her next chapter with strength, grace, and the support of the internet behind her.