Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster have officially confirmed their relationship, putting months of speculation to rest with a public display of affection that has captivated fans.
The announcement came after the two were seen coming out of a restaurant, where they were photographed holding hands and sharing smiles, marking the soft launch of them as a couple.
Hugh Jackman was photographed holding hands with Sutton Foster during a date night in Santa Monica, Calif. 👀🫖 pic.twitter.com/b9FDVyyANS
— Page Six (@PageSix) January 7, 2025
Hugh Jackman, 56, and Sutton Foster, 49, first met while co-starring in the Broadway revival of The Music Man, which ran from 2021 to 2023. Their undeniable on-stage chemistry quickly sparked rumors of a deeper connection, though both remained tight-lipped about their personal lives during the show’s run.
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Fans and fellow celebrities have taken to social media to celebrate the news, with many expressing excitement over the pairing of two Broadway powerhouses.
Sutton Foster and Hugh Jackman confirmed couple pic.twitter.com/MJl9slN55W
— clancy🫧🦪 (@clancee_) January 7, 2025
12 year old me would make Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster being together as my entire personality pic.twitter.com/rMqcwSKkKm
— Elle ✡︎ 🏳️🌈 (@HouseOfPrydeX) January 7, 2025
I was so focused on Tom Holland and Zendaya soft launching their engagement that I missed Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster soft launching their relationship???? OMGGGG
— Sarah (@violett_nerd) January 7, 2025
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster have both been widely praised for their talent, with Jackman’s career spanning iconic roles like Wolverine in the X-Men franchise and Sutton Foster’s lauded performances in shows such as Younger and Thoroughly Modern Millie.
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster’s relationship timeline includes subtle hints of their connection. From their playful banter during The Music Man rehearsals to their joint appearances at industry events, fans pieced together clues long before the official confirmation.
The pair’s recent outing wasn’t their first joint public appearance. They’ve attended numerous charity events together, including Hugh Jackman’s Laughing Man Foundation gala and the Tony Awards, where their shared affection was evident. However, it was their relaxed and natural demeanor during this week’s outing that sealed the deal for fans eagerly awaiting confirmation.
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Broadway’s newest power couple, Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster are seemingly taking things one step at a time and with their shared love of the stage and mutual respect, fans are eager to see where this relationship takes them.