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Biography of Hugh Jackman

Hugh Michael Jackman was born on October 12, 1968, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. He is the youngest of five children, with two older brothers and two older sisters. His parents, Christopher Jackman and Grace McNeil, were immigrants from the UK. When Hugh was 8 years old, his parents divorced, with his mother and sisters moving back to England and his father staying in Australia with Hugh and his brothers. Despite the separation, Hugh maintained relationships with both of his parents, with his mother regularly visiting Australia and his father and brothers visiting England.

From a young age, Hugh was drawn to travel and outdoor activities, dreaming of visiting many countries around the world. His romantic nature led him to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Communications from the University of Technology Sydney. However, he found his true passion in acting and enrolled in theater courses at the Actor's Centre. Unlike journalism, Hugh felt at home in the acting world and soon realized that he would pursue this career path.

After completing his studies at the Actor's Centre and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts at Edith Cowan University, Hugh landed his first role in the television drama series "Correlli" (1995). It was on the set of this series that he met Deborra-Lee Furness, the lead actress, and they began dating. They eventually married in 1996 and celebrated their 20th anniversary in April 2016.

While his early film roles were not particularly notable, Hugh found success in the theater. In 1998, he began performing at the Royal National Theatre in London, earning a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for his role in the musical "Oklahoma!". His breakthrough role on the international stage came in 2000 when he was cast as Wolverine in the blockbuster film "X-Men." This role catapulted him to global stardom and he went on to portray the character in several sequels and spin-offs.

Despite his success as Wolverine, Hugh continued to diversify his career. He acted in a variety of film genres, including romantic comedies, thrillers, and dramas. He also lent his voice to animated films and hosted the 81st Academy Awards in 2009. In 2012, he received a Golden Globe Award for his performance as Jean Valjean in the film adaptation of the musical "Les Misérables."

In 2017, Hugh reprised his role as Wolverine for the ninth and final time in the film "Logan." Although he initially stated that this would be his last portrayal of the character, fans remain hopeful for a possible return in the future. In 2018, he appeared in another blockbuster film, "Deadpool 2."

Throughout his career, Hugh has been recognized for his versatility and talent. He is the only actor to have received all major theater awards in a single season, including a Tony Award. He has also been nominated for an Academy Award and has become one of Hollywood's most sought-after actors. Despite his success, Hugh remains a devoted husband and father to his two children.