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Deborra-Lee Furness, who recently filed for divorce from Hugh Jackman, shares her feelings of betrayal and the lessons learned from their 27-year marriage. In a heartfelt statement, she emphasizes the importance of self-love and personal growth while reflecting on her profound emotional journey.
Australian actress Deborra-Lee Furness has publicly addressed her feelings of betrayal following her divorce from Hugh Jackman, revealing that her "compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal." Furness, 69, made her remarks in a media statement after officially filing for divorce from Jackman, a well-known actor famed for his portrayal of Wolverine in the X-Men series.The couple, who announced their separation in September 2023 after nearly three decades of marriage, filed for divorce in New York on May 23. Furness stated, "It's a profound wound that cuts deep," while also expressing her belief in a higher power that supports healing.In her statement, she shared insights gained from the "breakdown" of her relationship with the 56-year-old Jackman, noting, "Sometimes the universe has to create arduous circumstances for us to walk through in order to find our way home, back to our true essence and the sovereignty of self-love.” She highlighted that while the journey can be painful, finding one's integrity and values ultimately leads to liberation and freedom.When they first revealed their separation, Furness and Jackman issued a joint statement, promising this would be their sole public comment on the matter. "Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth... We undertake this next chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness," they wrote.The couple met in 1995 on the set of the Australian television show Corelli, marrying a year later and subsequently adopting two children. Following Furness's poignant statement, Jackman, who is currently performing in New York, shared a light-hearted video on social media, featuring himself joyfully skipping to NSYNC's song "Bye Bye Bye."
