Hollywood heavyweight Hugh Jackman has set tongues wagging across London's theatre district with his increasingly visible public displays of affection towards Broadway star Sutton Foster. The pair, currently sharing the stage in a highly anticipated West End production, have been spotted exchanging what appears to be more than just professional courtesies.
A Growing Bond Beyond the Footlights
Eyewitnesses report seeing the 55-year-old Australian actor engaging in unusually intimate interactions with Foster during rehearsals and between performances. "There's a palpable chemistry between them that extends beyond their professional partnership," revealed one theatre insider. "Hugh has been particularly attentive, often seen with his arm around Sutton and sharing private jokes that leave them both beaming."
Timing Raises Eyebrows
The developing closeness comes at a significant time for both performers. Jackman recently finalised his divorce from Deborra-Lee Furness after 27 years of marriage, while Foster has been navigating her own separation from fellow actor Ted Griffin. Their shared relationship status has inevitably fuelled speculation about whether their connection might be evolving into something more personal.
"They've both been through significant personal transitions recently," noted a source close to the production. "Finding comfort and understanding in someone who's experiencing similar life changes is natural, and their bond has clearly deepened through this process."
Professional Partnership or Something More?
Despite the swirling rumours, representatives for both stars maintain that their relationship remains strictly professional. "Hugh and Sutton share a wonderful creative partnership and mutual respect as co-stars," a spokesperson stated. "Any suggestion of romance is simply unfounded speculation."
However, theatre-goers and industry observers continue to note the pair's electric chemistry both on and off stage. Their performances have been praised for their authenticity and emotional depth, qualities that some attribute to their genuine off-stage connection.
What's Next for the Duo?
As their West End run continues, all eyes remain on Jackman and Foster. With Jackman preparing to reprise his role as Wolverine in the upcoming Deadpool 3 and Foster maintaining her status as one of Broadway's most beloved stars, their professional commitments will soon take them in different directions. Whether their bond will withstand the separation remains to be seen, but for now, London's theatre community watches with bated breath.
