Deborra-Lee Furness Drops Bombshell Divorce Statement Hinting At Deep Personal Betrayal

Deborra-Lee Furness is finally breaking her silence following her headline-making divorce from Hugh Jackman.

After nearly three decades of marriage, the actress and producer is opening up with a bold new statement that hints at more than just a quiet split.

Fans had long admired their seemingly unshakable bond, but Furness is now giving the public a glimpse into the emotional aftermath, and it sounds like there may have been more heartbreak than anyone expected.

When Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness first announced their separation, the tone was subdued and respectful.

But nearly two years later, the narrative has taken a dramatic turn. Recently, the actress opened up about the divorce and the emotional toll of their split.

In an exclusive interview with the Daily Mail, the 69-year-old hinted that betrayal may have been the reason for the divorce.

“My heart and compassion goes out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal,” she said. “It’s a profound wound that cuts deep, however I believe in a higher power and that God/the universe, whatever you relate to as your guidance, is always working FOR us.”

Furness said having such a mindset had helped her navigate the end of her 27-year marriage. “It can hurt, but in the long run, returning to yourself and living within your own integrity, values and boundaries is liberation and freedom,” she added.

Furness and the actor first met in 1995 on the Australian TV show “Correlli,” and started dating shortly after. Four months into their relationship, the 56-year-old proposed, and in April 1996, they tied the knot in Melbourne.

In 2000, the former couple adopted their first son, Oscar, and five years later, their adopted daughter, Ava, joined the family.

Over the next couple of years, everything seemed to be going smoothly. However, in September 2023, Furness and Jackman shocked the world when they announced their separation.

“We have been blessed to share almost 3 decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage. Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth,” they said in a statement to PEOPLE Magazine.

Furness and Jackman revealed that their family would remain their highest priority, adding, “We greatly appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition in all of our lives.”

The separation announcement sparked an uproar, with many fans speculating that it was due to the “Wolverine” star’s relationship with current girlfriend Sutton Foster.

However, there was no public proof of romance between the duo at the time.

In the following months, neither of the movie stars filed for divorce, and many believed that they were trying to sort out their differences.

However, in January 2025, a source revealed they hadn’t filed for divorce because they were struggling to divide their fortune.

“One of the biggest reasons why they haven’t yet filed is that they never had a prenup. When they got married, they thought it would be forever. Who doesn’t? At the time, neither of them expected Hugh’s career to get as enormous as it has. Because there was no prenup, and he made a fortune during their marriage, this divorce is not going to be cut and dry,” the insider said.

Two months later, another source corroborated the statement. In another chat with the Daily Mail, the insider stated that divorce was underway, but Deborra-Lee Furness and Jackman were struggling to agree on how to divide their assets.

“Hugh and Deborra-Lee have not yet filed for divorce because they are struggling to reach an agreement on how to divide their assets. Deborra-Lee feels entitled to more money than Hugh is willing to offer,” they said.

The source revealed that Furness insisted on getting a large chunk because of the unpleasant and suspicious origins of Jackman’s relationship with Foster.

“While he didn't physically cheat on her with Sutton, Deborra-Lee believes they were having an emotional affair, and she feels he betrayed her," the source explained.

Despite claims from insiders, Furness and Jackman seemingly reached an agreement. On May 23, the “Sleepwalking” actress filed for divorce in New York.

In the petition, she stated that the terms of their divorce had already been decided.

In addition, Deborra-Lee Furness’s lawyer, Elena Karabatos, filed paperwork to request a continuation of healthcare coverage and secure a medical child support order.

Meanwhile, an insider has claimed that Furness will receive a large spousal support payment, and according to them, there will be no drama.