Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster officially stepped out as a couple on Sunday, October 26, at the world premiere of Jackman’s latest film, Song Sung Blue, held at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The appearance marked their first red carpet event together since confirming their relationship in January 2025. Dressed in coordinated black ensembles, the Tony Award-winning actors posed arm-in-arm, smiling for cameras and drawing attention from fans and media alike.
The premiere closed the annual AFI Fest and featured Jackman alongside co-star Kate Hudson, who also turned heads in a burnt orange satin gown.
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster made their red carpet couple debut on October 26, 2025, at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, during the AFI Fest premiere of Song Sung Blue. The couple, who began dating after starring together in The Music Man on Broadway, confirmed their relationship in January 2025. Their appearance was both a celebration of Jackman’s new film and a public acknowledgment of their romance, which had previously remained low-profile.
Premiere and Relationship Timeline
Jackman, 57, wore a classic black suit with a white shirt and navy tie, while Foster, 50, stunned in a black satin slip dress with spaghetti straps. The couple posed together for photographers and later joined co-star Kate Hudson on the carpet.
In Song Sung Blue, Jackman and Hudson portray real-life couple Mike and Claire Sardina, who formed the Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder. The film is directed by Craig Brewer and features a soundtrack of Diamond’s greatest hits.
Jackman and Foster first met in the early 2000s and later starred opposite each other in The Music Man revival from December 2021 to January 2023. Their romance began after both went through divorces — Jackman from Deborra-Lee Furness in September 2023, and Foster from Ted Griffin in October 2024.
Quotes and Reactions
A source told People in August:
“They’re going strong and have built a good foundation.”
Foster previously praised Jackman in a June 2024 interview:
“He’s one of the greatest guys ever, an incredible costar.”
Fans and entertainment outlets responded positively to the couple’s red carpet debut, calling it “elegant,” “long overdue,” and “Broadway royalty meets Hollywood.”
Public Image and Career Momentum
The couple’s public debut reinforces their shared legacy in theater and film. Jackman’s transition from Broadway back to the big screen with Song Sung Blue is bolstered by Foster’s presence, adding depth to their professional and personal narrative.
Their appearance also signals a new chapter for Jackman following his high-profile divorce, and for Foster, who continues to balance stage work with screen opportunities.
What’s Next: Upcoming Projects and Appearances
Jackman is expected to begin promotion for Song Sung Blue internationally, with stops in New York and London. Foster is currently in rehearsals for a new Off-Broadway musical set to debut in early 2026.
The couple may appear together at upcoming award shows, including the Golden Globes and SAG Awards, where Song Sung Blue is expected to be a contender.
