Has Hugh Jackman moved on from Sutton Foster for a much younger actress?

Australian actor Hugh Jackman, best known globally for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men franchise, finds himself amid fresh speculation concerning his personal life. Reports have surfaced suggesting that Jackman may be sidestepping his current partner, Sutton Foster, in favor of a much younger co-star, prompting whispers of a growing rift between the Broadway couple, as mentioned in a report by Geo TV.

Offstage Chemistry Draws Attention

Jackman, 56, is currently starring in the Off-Broadway production Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes, where he performs opposite 25-year-old Ella Beatty. The play, which delves into the complex dynamics between a novelist-professor and his teenage student, features intimate scenes—including a kiss—that, according to insiders, may be spilling over beyond the script.

Beatty, the daughter of Hollywood icons Warren Beatty and Annette Bening, plays the younger student involved in an affair with Jackman’s character. However, what began as a staged romance appears to be growing into an offstage connection that has not gone unnoticed among cast and crew.


“Everyone has observed that even when the curtain falls, Hugh remains quite flirtatious with Ella,” said a source familiar with the production, as quoted in a report by Geo TV.

“It’s raising eyebrows—especially concerning his relationship with Sutton Foster.”

Relationship with Sutton Foster Reportedly Strained

Jackman began seeing Foster after the two starred together in the 2022 revival of The Music Man on Broadway. Their professional chemistry reportedly translated into a romantic partnership.

Around the same time, Jackman publicly announced the end of his 27-year marriage to Deborra-Lee Furness in September 2023. Foster followed suit, filing for divorce from her husband, Ted Griffin, the following month.

While the couple’s bond initially appeared strong, insiders now claim that their relationship might be losing its momentum, with Jackman dedicating increasing amounts of time to work—and possibly to his new stage companion.

“There’s no denying that Hugh is more focused on his theatre commitments lately,” noted the same insider, as quoted in a Geo TV report.

“And that shift in priorities seems to be putting a strain on things with Sutton.”

Concern from Hollywood Royalty

Adding further intrigue to the situation is the reaction from Ella Beatty’s family. Sources say that Warren Beatty, a revered figure in the American film industry, is reportedly displeased with the growing closeness between his daughter and Jackman.

“Hugh is playing with fire,” the tipster said. “Warren Beatty and Annette Bening still carry immense influence in Hollywood, and they’re not exactly thrilled about this situation.”

As speculation grows, fans of Jackman and Foster continue to hope the couple can navigate the current turbulence. Meanwhile, the actor's bond with Beatty is drawing both media attention and industry scrutiny, casting a spotlight not just on the stage, but on the shifting dynamics behind it.

FAQs

Who is Hugh Jackman currently dating?

Hugh Jackman has been romantically linked to Broadway star Sutton Foster since early 2023, following their on-stage collaboration in The Music Man.

What role is Jackman playing in his current production?

Jackman stars as a novelist-professor entangled in a controversial affair with a younger student, played by Beatty, in the Off-Broadway play Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes.