Hugh Jackman makes first public appearance sans wedding ring after 27-year marriage to Deborra-Lee Furness ends. Read now!
Hugh Jackman was spotted out and about on Saturday, making his first public appearance since the startling news broke about his separation from his wife of 27 years, Deborra-Lee Furness. The news had caught their fanbase off guard just one day before.
The 54-year-old actor, famous for his roles in both film and theatre, was seen running errands in New York City early in the day. What caught the eye of onlookers was the absence of his wedding ring, evident by his empty left ring finger.
This sighting follows a recent appearance by Deborra-Lee Furness, who is 67 and 13 years Jackman's senior, also ringless and in New York City, just a few days earlier.
The news about the couple's separation was officially confirmed on Friday by the Daily Mail, marking the end of nearly three decades together.
In an exclusive statement given to PEOPLE magazine, the couple expressed their thankfulness for the nearly 30 years they spent as husband and wife, stating that they had made the mutual decision to separate in order to focus on individual growth. They also emphasized that the well-being of their family would continue to be their highest priority and asked for respect for their privacy during this time of change in their lives.
The couple signed the statement as 'Deb and Hugh Jackman,' indicating that this would be their only public comment on the matter.