Hugh Jackman Gotham Awards 2025 became a headline event as Jackman appeared happier than ever at the annual ceremony in New York City, accompanied by his new partner, Sutton Foster. The actor, 57, and Foster, 50, arrived in coordinated black attire, marking their first significant joint appearance at this high-profile event amid swirling romance rumors.
The couple looked polished and comfortable together as they walked the red carpet. Jackman wore a classic black suit, while Foster matched his look with a sequin black slip dress, sparkling high heels, and her hair elegantly styled in a low bun, completed with dazzling earrings. Their public display followed months of speculation about their relationship, which has quickly become a subject of interest in both film and Broadway circles.
Celebrating Musical Achievements at the Awards
At this year’s Gotham Awards, Jackman was recognized for his work in the biographical musical film “Song Sung Blue,” where he stars alongside Kate Hudson. The duo portrays Mike and Claire Sardina, members of the Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder, a pairing that earned them the inaugural Gotham Musical Tribute.
“Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman deliver performances in Song Sung Blue that are at once powerful, intimate, and deeply human,”
Jeffrey Sharp, Executive Director of The Gotham Film & Media Institute.
“Their connection on screen, and the soulful way they bring this true story to life, channel the timeless music of Neil Diamond while revealing their own artistry and spirit. It’s a film that reminds us how music can uplift and inspire — and we’re thrilled to celebrate their extraordinary artistry with our new Gotham Musical Tribute at this year’s Gotham Film Awards.”
— Jeffrey Sharp, Executive Director of The Gotham Film & Media Institute
Romance Goes Public and Social Media Revelations
Foster has been a strong presence throughout Jackman’s promotional schedule for “Song Sung Blue,” supporting him at the film’s Los Angeles premiere on October 26, where they also matched in elegant black ensembles. Their smiles and coordinated looks fueled public curiosity, which only intensified when Jackman confirmed their relationship on Instagram in late November by sharing moments from Foster’s live holiday performance at Manhattan’s legendary Café Carlyle.
“@suttonlenore performing during the holidays at @cafecarlyle … now that’s an iconic NYC night! And, truly magical.”
— Hugh Jackman, Actor
Broadway Roots and Relationship Developments
The relationship between Jackman and Foster blossomed after years of working together, notably as co-stars in Broadway’s “The Music Man” from 2021 to 2023. Their connection deepened as both navigated significant personal changes: Jackman publicly announced his separation from Deborra-Lee Furness in September 2023, ending a 27-year marriage, with their divorce finalized in June. Foster, meanwhile, filed for divorce from husband Ted Griffin in October 2024, shortly before what would have marked their tenth wedding anniversary. Her divorce proceedings are ongoing.
Personal Transformations and Family Impact
Us Weekly confirmed in November 2024 that Jackman and Foster’s relationship had moved from Broadway friendship to romance. According to the outlet, a source cited their connection as the
“reason Hugh and Deb got divorced.”
— Source, Us Weekly
In the aftermath, Deborra-Lee Furness spoke candidly about her experience navigating the end of her marriage, opening up to the Daily Mail earlier this year.
“My heart and compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal,”
— Deborra-Lee Furness, Actress.
“It’s a profound wound that cuts deep, however I believe in a higher power and that God/the universe, whatever you relate to as your guidance, is always working FOR us.”
— Deborra-Lee Furness, Actress. She went on to say,
“This belief has helped me navigate the breakdown of an almost three-decade marriage. I have gained much knowledge and wisdom through this experience. Even when we are presented with apparent adversity, it is leading us to our greatest good, our true purpose.”
— Deborra-Lee Furness, Actress
What Comes Next for Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster’s high-profile appearance at the 2025 Gotham Awards signals a fresh chapter both in their personal lives and their professional visibility. Their romance, rooted in a long-standing creative partnership, comes amid career milestones and life transitions. As the couple continues to support each other at film premieres and public events, attention remains fixed on their evolving story, the roles they take on, and the impact of their union within entertainment circles in New York City, Los Angeles, and on the Broadway stage. With the Gotham Awards setting the tone, fans and observers are eager to see how their partnership will influence future collaborative projects and their individual journeys.
