“I feel like we’ve created our own little community and our own little family and we take that very seriously,” said Sutton Foster, reflecting on her relationship with Hugh Jackman. Their recent appearance at the Met Gala on May 4, 2026, marked a significant moment for the couple, drawing both admiration and disapproval from fans.
Jackman, clad in a classic black tuxedo, stood beside Foster, who dazzled in a shimmery gold gown featuring a daring thigh-high slit. This was their first public outing since they confirmed their relationship on January 6, 2025. The couple had previously shared the stage in the Broadway revival of The Music Man, which ran until January 2023.
The backdrop to their glamorous night was complicated. Just months prior, Jackman had separated from his wife of 27 years, Deborra-Lee Furness, in September 2023. Their split was marked by a statement emphasizing the priority of family—Jackman shares two children with Furness: Oscar and Ava. Meanwhile, Foster had filed for divorce from her husband Ted Griffin in October 2024 after ten years of marriage.
The juxtaposition of their romance against the backdrop of recent separations has not gone unnoticed. Fans expressed mixed feelings about the couple’s appearance at such a prestigious event. One fan bluntly stated, “Thumbs down! It’s forever team Debbie over here!!”—a clear indication that not everyone supports this new pairing.
Key facts about their relationship:
- Jackman and Furness were married for 27 years before their separation.
- Foster was married to Griffin for ten years before filing for divorce.
- Jackman last attended the Met Gala solo in 2024 after his split.
- Foster is a two-time Tony winner with a celebrated Broadway career.
- The couple confirmed their relationship publicly on January 6, 2025.
As they navigate this new chapter, both stars continue to shine brightly on Broadway and beyond. The reactions to their debut at the Met Gala reveal not just public sentiment but also the complexities of celebrity relationships—a world where personal lives are often scrutinized under an unforgiving spotlight.