Australian actress Deborra-Lee Furness has been photographed looking downcast on the streets of New York, in her first public appearance since news broke that her ex-husband, Hugh Jackman, is engaged.
First Sighting Since Engagement News
The 70-year-old Furness was seen stepping out in the city with the former couple's daughter, Ava Jackman, shortly after reports confirmed Jackman's engagement to Broadway star Sutton Foster. The mother-daughter duo braved the cold in coordinated winter wear, sporting matching fluffy white hats and coats.
This sighting comes just over a year after Jackman and Foster made their relationship public. According to sources, the pair are "head over heels in love" and have already begun making wedding plans. Their romance became public knowledge following Jackman's separation from Furness in September 2023.
Details of the Romantic Proposal
The engagement reportedly took place during a sunny New Year's getaway in Costa Rica. A source revealed that the 57-year-old 'Wolverine' star got down on one knee in a spontaneous proposal. "It wasn't a shock to Sutton as it's something they've been talking about," the insider said, adding that Foster now has a diamond solitaire ring.
It is believed the couple, who are both based in New York, are considering Costa Rica as a potential wedding location. However, official nuptials may have to wait, as Foster's divorce from screenwriter Ted Griffin, after their split in October 2024, is not yet finalised.
Finalising a Chapter
Jackman and Furness, once one of Hollywood's most enduring couples, finalised their divorce in June 2025. Their separation after 27 years of marriage was a significant moment in entertainment news. The latest photographs of Furness have sparked conversation about the emotional aftermath of such a public and lengthy partnership coming to an end.
The pair share two children, and this recent sighting with their daughter Ava suggests a continued focus on family amidst the personal milestones.
