Hugh Jackman’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Girlfriend And Other Family
Personal Life
Hugh Jackman is a classically trained actor and dancer. He studied acting at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts in Perth, Australia. He is fluent in both English and French. Hugh learned French while living in France for a year as a teenager.
He is a passionate advocate for animal rights. Jack is a vegan and a supporter of PETA. He is married to Deborra-Lee Furness, an Australian actress. They have been married since 1996 and have two adopted children.
Siblings
Sonya Jackman:
Sonya Jackman is Hugh Jackman’s younger sister. She is a speech pathologist and lives in Sydney, Australia. She is 18 months younger than Hugh and they are very close. Sonya has been a vocal supporter of her brother’s career and has attended many of his red carpet events.
Parents
Christopher John Jackman:
Christopher John Jackman is Hugh Jackman’s father. He is a tax accountant and was born in England. He moved to Australia when he was 18 years old. Christoper is a kind and gentle man who has always been supportive of Hugh’s dreams.
Grace McNeil:
Grace McNeil is Hugh Jackman’s mother. She is a homemaker and was born in Scotland. She moved to Australia when she was 19 years old. Grace is a strong and independent woman who has always encouraged Hugh to be himself.
Wife
Deborra-Lee Furness:
Deborra-Lee Furness is Hugh Jackman’s wife. She is an Australian actress and producer. She is known for her roles in the films “Shame” (1987) and “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” (1994). Deborra is also a passionate advocate for adoption and has spoken out about her own experiences of adopting children.
Children
Oscar Maximilian Jackman:
Oscar Maximilian Jackman is Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness’s first adopted child. He was born in 2000. Oscar is a bright and inquisitive boy who loves to learn. He is also a talented actor and has appeared in several of his father’s films.
Ava Eliot Jackman:
Ava Eliot Jackman is Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness’s second adopted child. She was born in 2005. Ava is a kind and gentle girl who loves to play with her brother. She is also a talented artist and loves to draw and paint.
Other Family
Hugh Jackman has a large extended family, including aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents. He is close to his family and often speaks about them in interviews. He has said that his family is his “rock” and that they are always there for him, no matter what.
