10 Defining Moments in the Life of Hugh Jackman
Hugh Michael Jackman AC is an Australian actor, singer, and producer. He is best known for his long-running role as Wolverine in the X-Men film series, as well as for his work in musicals and other films.
1994-01-01
1994-01-01
Graduated from Edith Cowan University
Jackman graduated from Edith Cowan University's Academy of Performing Arts, receiving a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communications with a major in Journalism.
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Education
1996-04-11
1996-04-11
Married Deborra-Lee Furness
Hugh Jackman married Australian actress Deborra-Lee Furness, whom he met on the set of the Australian TV series Correlli.
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Personal Life
2000-07-14
2000-07-14
Breakthrough Role as Wolverine
Jackman gained international recognition for his portrayal of Wolverine in the superhero film X-Men, a role he would reprise in numerous sequels and spin-offs.
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Career
2004-06-06
2004-06-06
Tony Award for Best Actor
Jackman won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in The Boy from Oz, a Broadway production about the life of Peter Allen.
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Award
2009-02-22
2009-02-22
Hosted the Academy Awards
Jackman hosted the 81st Academy Awards ceremony, receiving praise for his performance.
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Career
2012-12-13
2012-12-13
Received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Hugh Jackman was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
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Honor
2012-12-25
2012-12-25
Starred in Les Misérables
Jackman starred as Jean Valjean in the film adaptation of the musical Les Misérables, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
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Career
2013-11-21
2013-11-21
Diagnosed with Basal Cell Carcinoma
Jackman revealed he had been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer, and has since undergone several treatments.
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Health
2017-03-03
2017-03-03
Final Performance as Wolverine in Logan
Jackman reprised his iconic role for the final time in the critically acclaimed film Logan, marking the end of his 17-year portrayal of the character.
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Career
2019-05-07
2019-05-07
The Man. The Music. The Show. World Tour
Jackman embarked on a successful world tour, performing songs from Broadway and film, accompanied by a live orchestra.
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Career