Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster’s budding romance has quickly become the talk of Broadway and Hollywood, but shocking new revelations suggest their relationship began under awkward circumstances. Reports reveal that while still married, Jackman and Foster frequently went on double dates with their respective spouses, adding another layer of complexity to their already high-profile love story.
Now, with whispers of a $4.8 million Malibu mansion and a fast-moving relationship, sources claim the couple is taking the next step despite unresolved ties to their past marriages.
Double Date Drama: Hugh and Sutton’s Awkward Past
Before their highly publicized split from their spouses, Jackman and Foster reportedly spent time together as couples, going on double dates with Jackman’s ex-wife, Deborra-lee Furness, and Foster’s former husband, Ted Griffin.
“They had dinners with each other’s spouses, and Sutton and Ted were even invited over for dinner with Hugh and Deborra-lee,” a source from The Music Man production revealed.
Adding to the speculation, another insider claimed that their on-stage chemistry in The Music Man was impossible to ignore.
“At intermission, Sutton and Hugh would stand and hug for a minute or two in front of the entire cast,” a cast member said.
Foster filed for divorce from Griffin in October after ten years of marriage, while Jackman has yet to finalize his split from Furness.
House Hunting in Malibu: Are They Moving In?
Now that their relationship is out in the open, Jackman and Foster have been spotted touring luxury properties in Los Angeles, fueling speculation that they are planning to move in together.
“Hugh’s going full steam ahead on his romance with Sutton,” a source told Woman’s Day Australia.
The couple is reportedly house hunting on both coasts, with Jackman looking to upgrade in Bedford, New York, while also considering a West Coast home in Los Angeles to escape family commitments.
“While Hugh has always been based in New York, it makes sense for Sutton to have more access to Hollywood as she continues building her career,” the insider added.
Family and Fortune: The Complications Ahead
Despite their whirlwind romance, Jackman and Foster’s new life together is not without its challenges.
Jackman remains dedicated to his adopted children, Oscar, 24, and Ava, 19, while Foster is raising her seven-year-old daughter, Emily.
“The exciting part for Hugh is getting another shot at being a dad to a little kid again,” the source shared.
However, the biggest obstacle could be Jackman’s yet-to-be-filed divorce from Furness, which could get messy due to the couple’s lack of a prenup.
“When they got married, they thought it would be forever. Who doesn’t? But now, with no prenup and Hugh’s career skyrocketing, this divorce is far from simple,” a source close to the situation explained.
Reports estimate Jackman and Furness’s combined fortune at $250 million, which could significantly impact the divorce settlement.
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