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When it comes to the legends in Hollywood, Hugh Jackman’s name instantly resonates with millions of fans across the world. The Australian actor is widely known for being versatile and charming, and he has built his enviable career with years of dedication and hard work.
From his portrayal of Jean Valjean inLes Misérablesto the iconic P.T. Barnum inThe Greatest Showman, the actor has proved time and time again that he can take any role and make it his own. However, one pivotal moment early on in his career could have changed everything if he listened to his ex-wife Deborra-Lee Furness.
Hugh Jackman’s Wife’s Advice onWolverine
In a candidinterview, Deborra-Lee Furness spoke about a piece of advice that she gave toHugh Jackmanwhich became infamous in their relationship. When asked if it was true that she had advised her husband against taking the role ofWolverinein the X-men franchise, she gave an honest and humorous answer.
Do you know how much sh*t I’ve got for this? Oh my god. No well, ’cause we read the script and it was like his claws come out and he goes shook and I’m like what is this, he was in the national theater doing Oklahoma you know, had cred.
So both of us knew nothing about it, he thought it was the uncanny X-men which was Brian Maddox, an Australian band, he had no clue, so yes that’s the only time in our relationship when I’ve been wrong. Okay?
At the time, the couple was unaware of what the role would mean for his career, years down the line. Jackman was a respectable artist, so she was naturally worried about how this role could affect his reputation. In that era, superhero films were still finding their footing, so it’s understandable for her to be weirded out by the contents of the film.
WolverineBecame The Turning Point For Hugh Jackman
Wolverineis a rugged mutant with adamantium claws and a mysterious past, but it was the role that propelled Jackman to international stardom and cemented his place in cinematic history. Despite his ex-wife’s disapproval, the actor took on the role and completely embodied the character, which earned him critical acclaim and the love of fans across countries.
Over the course of 17 years, Jackman has reprised the role in nine films and created a legacy that actors could only dream of. Funnily enough, Furness does acknowledge that her prediction was wrong in her quirky way. The story has now become a comedic anecdote which even theWolverineactor has joked about on several occasions.
“In front of his wife?”: Hugh Jackman Picking up a Female Reporter During Oscar Interview With Ex-wife Deborra-Lee Furness Gets Unjust Hate From Fans Turning the MCU Hero into a Villain
Furness’ advice was well-intended, but it could’ve guided Jackman to a different career trajectory. This instance serves as a reminder for all of us to take that leap of faith and believe in an extraordinary outcome.
You can watchWolverineon Disney+
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
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