“Hugh Jackman’s ex wife Deborra-Lee Furness was spotted enjoying a rare public outing on Wednesday, as she stepped out in New York City.”, — write: www.dailymail.co.uk
The Australian actress, 69, opted for a casual look while taking a stroll, sporting a long-sleeve black top and sweatpants.
The star — who recently cuddled up to a male companion — wore a slouchy red beanie atop her short blonde hair, and stayed comfortable in a pair of sneakers.
Her outfit was finalized with a red hoodie tied around her waist, and a black fanny pack.
Meanwhile her ex, 56, sparked concern among fans after he appeared with a band-aid near his left eye at the John Candy: I Like Me event on Wednesday, where he was joined by Ryan Reynolds at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn.
DailyMail.com has reached out to Jackman’s representatives for comment.
Reynolds produced the documentary film, John Candy: I Like Me, which explores the life and career of the legendary Canadian comedian and actor.
Jackman appeared at Wednesday’s screening, wearing a white t-shirt, a blue jacket and dark pants.
But it was the band-aid on his face that caught fan attention, as the reason for him wearing it remains unclear.
After he walked out on stage, he joked about Reynolds giving him the injury, telling the audience: ‘He’s so nice, but smacked me in the head as a welcome.’
Blake Lively’s husband responded, ‘You start tap dancing and you get near my trumpet, you’re going to get (makes noise) clocked in the head.’
Hugh previously took to Instagram in 2023 with a bandage on his nose as he informed his followers he was having a biopsy conducted to test for basal cell carcinoma, a mild form of skin cancer.
‘I’ve just had two biopsy tests done. The doctor saw two little things that may be basal cell,’ Hugh told his followers.
Fortunately, after getting the lesions removed Hugh was given a clean bill of health, as he committed to practice strict sun safety from then on.
Meanwhile Deborra-Lee’s latest sighting comes amid reports that she is back in the dating game after finalizing her divorce with Hugh in June.
The star is reportedly courting offers from potential suitors – but is holding back until she can find a partner who meets her high standards.
‘Deb is finally starting to heal and talk about what she wants in her life going forward,’ an insider told Woman’s Day magazine.
‘She’s got an incredible support system that’s been there every step of the way, helping her to pick up the pieces of her life. They are encouraging her to start dating again.’
They added that Furness had received offers from some ‘incredible guys’ but was holding back for the perfect match.
‘She knows what she brings to the table,’ the insider added.
Furness and Jackman finalized their divorce a month after filing. A judgment of divorce was filed on June 12, making it official. The document, however, wasn’t made public until June 23.
Furness, who has two adopted children with the Wolverine actor, has received a ‘spousal support payment,’ according to an insider, who previously spoke to Daily Mail.
‘A settlement was reached that Furness is pleased with, which includes a handsome spousal support payment,’ they revealed.
‘There was some back and forth regarding this financial agreement but, in the end, she got what she believed she deserved. Both are coming out of this financially secure.’
‘There is not going to be any drama with this – it gives closure that she needed.’
In May, Daily Mail exclusively broke the news of Jackman and Furness filing for divorce to officially terminate their 27-year marriage.
Shortly after news broke of the exes’ divorce filing, Furness shocked fans by releasing a statement using the word ‘betrayal’ when speaking about her ‘traumatic journey’.
Jackman has been dating his former The Music Man co-star Sutton Foster, 50, for months, although the timeline of when they began dating has never been confirmed.
The pair are said to be ignoring any negative talk about their romance – which some fans believed started as an affair while he was still married – and are ‘looking to move forward’ with their relationship.
A source previously claimed to Daily Mail that while Jackman ‘didn’t physically cheat’ on his ex-wife, she believes they were having ‘an emotional affair’ and ‘feels he betrayed her.’
Meanwhile Hugh and Sutton made a rare public appearance at a university last week amid their busy theater and acting schedules.
The Younger star posted on her Instagram on Tuesday, ‘Hugh and I had a great time working with the talented students at Ball State University last week! #chirpchirp.’
Sutton is an instructor in the musical theatre department for the fall semester at Ball State, located in Muncie, Indiana.
According to social media posts shared by fans, Hugh appeared to make multiple appearances at the university over the last few weeks.
The Australian actor is reportedly hoping to have his girlfriend by his side at the premiere of his new movie, Song Sung Blue, at the AFI Fest in Hollywood on October 26.
‘It’s a big moment for him, and he wants to share it with the woman he loves,’ a source claimed.
Meanwhile, it is unknown at this time if Jackman will be showing up to support Foster at her upcoming holiday show in New York City. She returns to Cafe Carlyle, starting at the end of November, to perform ‘Christmas at The Carlyle.’