Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster just made their red carpet debut as a couple — and fans can’t stop talking about it. The pair appeared together for the first time at the premiere of Jackman’s new movie, “Song Sung Blue,” during the 2024 AFI Fest at the TCL Chinese Theater in Los Angeles.
Jackman, 57, wore a classic black suit, while Foster, 50, stunned in a sleek satin dress with a plunging neckline. The two smiled, laughed, and held hands throughout the night, confirming what many have suspected for months: their long-rumored romance is officially official.
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster’s Broadway Bond Turns Romantic
Jackman and Foster first met years ago, but their friendship deepened during their time starring together in “The Music Man” on Broadway in 2021. The chemistry between them was undeniable both on and off stage.
At the time, Jackman praised his co-star on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “There are hundreds of people who’ve made this moment happen. But there’s one in particular I pay tribute to — @sfosternyc. This show is nothing without you. You’re an exceptional talent and friend. Your joy brings the company of @MusicManBway to life. Let’s do this!”
In 2022, Foster told Vogue that Jackman had “an impeccable reputation of being the hardest working man, incredibly kind, and generous—and all of that is true.” She added that their families even spent holidays together, calling their friendship “really fun.”
Their bond grew stronger over the next year as they were spotted attending events together, performing side by side, and sharing candid, affectionate moments that fueled ongoing speculation.
From Friendship to Love: Inside Their Relationship Timeline
By September 2023, Jackman announced his separation from Deborra-Lee Furness after 27 years of marriage. Just over a year later, Foster filed for divorce from her husband, Ted Griffin. Page Six reported the Broadway stars were “100 percent together and in love.”
In January 2025, People obtained photos of Jackman and Foster holding hands on a dinner date, and days later, the Daily Mail published shots of them sharing a kiss at an In-N-Out Burger in California. A source told the outlet that Jackman’s ex “felt a sense of relief” after the relationship became public, adding, “She finally feels at ease after getting confirmation that her suspicions were right.”
By spring 2025, the couple was reportedly living together in Jackman’s New York City penthouse. A source told Us Weekly that Jackman and Foster were “madly in love” but “not rushing into marriage,” explaining they were “relieved and happy to no longer hide their relationship.”
Most recently, the pair were spotted vacationing at Canyon Ranch in Lenox, Massachusetts, where they looked relaxed and happy.
