Hugh Michael Jackman, born on October 12, 1968, is an acclaimed Australian actor known for his remarkable performances on both screen and stage. From portraying the iconic Wolverine in the X-Men film series to captivating audiences in musicals and dramas, his career has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Hugh Jackman was born in Sydney, New South Wales to English parents who had immigrated to Australia as part of the "Ten Pound Poms" scheme. His diverse heritage, combined with his Australian upbringing, shaped his versatile talent and global appeal.

His breakthrough role came as Wolverine in the X-Men film series, a character he portrayed from 2000 to 2017 and reprised in 2024. His longevity in this role earned him the Guinness World Record for the "longest career as a live-action Marvel character".

Jackman's theater career is equally impressive. He won a Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award for his portrayal of Australian songwriter Peter Allen in the hit musical The Boy from Oz (2003–2004). He also starred in the Broadway revival of The Music Man (2021–2023), earning another Tony nomination.

Jackman's filmography spans various genres:

• Romantic Comedy: Kate & Leopold (2001)
• Action-Horror: Van Helsing (2004)
• Drama: The Prestige (2006)
• Period Romance: Australia (2008)
• Musical: Les Misérables (2012) – earned him a Golden Globe and an Academy Award nomination
• Thriller: Prisoners (2013)
• Musical Phenomenon: The Greatest Showman (2017) – Grammy Award for Best Compilation Soundtrack
• Political Drama: The Front Runner (2018)
• Crime Drama: Bad Education (2019)

Jackman was married to Deborra-Lee Furness since 1996, and they have two children. His commitment to philanthropy and advocacy reflects his compassionate spirit.