Actor Hugh Jackman and his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness, have decided to separate after sharing 27 years of marriage.

They expressed gratitude for the nearly three decades they have spent together in a loving and wonderful marriage in a joint statement confirmed by CNN.

However, they now feel that their individual paths lead them in different directions, prompting this decision to separate.

They emphasized that their family has always been and will remain their top priority. With a sense of gratitude, love, and kindness, they embark on this new chapter in their lives.

They also kindly requested understanding and privacy from the public as they navigate this transition.

Hugh Jackman had previously celebrated their most recent wedding anniversary in April with a heartfelt tribute to Deborra-Lee Furness.

In an Instagram post, he expressed his deep love and appreciation for her, acknowledging the beautiful family and life they had built together.

Their joint statement was signed "Deb and Hugh Jackman," they concluded by stating that this is the only statement they will make regarding their separation.

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Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness's love story began in 1995 when they met on the set of the Australian TV series "Corelli," according to PEOPLE.

Despite their different levels of fame at the time, with Deborra-lee already an established actress and Hugh a budding actor fresh out of drama school, they quickly fell deeply in love. Less than a year later, they decided to tie the knot.

Hugh vividly remembered their first meeting, with Deborra-Lee greeting him as she sat in the car's front seat, removing her seatbelt and introducing herself with a warm handshake and a friendly smile.

Their wedding took place on April 11, 1996, and they became one of Hollywood's most cherished couples over the years.

On their 27th wedding anniversary in April, Hugh expressed his deep affection for Deborra-Lee on Instagram, highlighting the beautiful family and life they had built together.

Considering their incredible gifts, he praised her for her laughter, spirit, generosity, humor, cheekiness, courage, and loyalty.

Their most recent public appearances included the Met Gala on May 1 and their attendance at the men's finals at Wimbledon in July, showcasing their enduring connection and public presence as a beloved couple.

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Children

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness are loving parents to two children, both of whom they adopted as young children: Oscar, now 23 years old, and Ava, who is 18, TODAY noted.

In sharing their parenting journey, Hugh Jackman has openly discussed their desire to adopt. He emphasized that adoption had always been a part of their plan as a couple.

However, they faced challenges in their efforts to conceive biologically, leading them to explore alternative paths to parenthood.

They went through the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF), but sadly, Deborra-Lee experienced several miscarriages during this period.

Hugh Jackman highlighted the importance of discussing such experiences openly, as miscarriages are relatively common but often shrouded in silence.

He acknowledged the emotional difficulty of going through this, emphasizing the grieving process that couples must navigate.

Their story serves as a reminder that building a family can take various forms, and their openness about their journey has helped raise awareness and support others facing similar challenges.

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Written by: Bert Hoover

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