Expert Analyzes Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster's Red Carpet Body Language

The body language analysis comes mere months after Hugh Jackman finalized his divorce from Deborra-Lee Furness.

Hollywood heavyweight Hugh Jackman is making headlines again — this time not for heartbreak, but for love. On the glittering red carpet of the AFI Fest Closing Night Gala on October 26, 2025, Jackman was spotted radiating happiness alongside Sutton Foster, his former Broadway co-star.

The event marked their official red carpet debut together at the premiere of "Song Sung Blue," and every glance, every grin, every subtle brush of the hand was dissected — frame by frame — by body language expert Louise Mahler, who pulled no punches in her fascinating analysis.

Red Carpet Chemistry You Can't Fake

Stepping out in full Hollywood glamor, Jackman, 57, looked every inch the leading man in a sleek black suit and matching tie, while Foster, 50, turned heads in a jaw-dropping, low-cut black satin gown that clung to her figure with sultry elegance.

With her glossy brunette waves cascading effortlessly down her back and a sparkling black clutch in hand, Foster was the picture of red carpet perfection. The two stood side by side like a couple plucked straight from a fairytale — poised, glowing, and entirely at ease.

The Couple Exuded Emotional Harmony: Expert Dissects Their Intimate Moments

Mahler's expert eye caught it all: the mutual gaze, the synchronized laughter, and the genuine smiles that never left their faces. According to her, these aren't just Hollywood habits — they're signs of something deeper.

Speaking to the Daily Mail about how loved-up and settled in the spotlight the pair appeared, Mahler opined, "They look so relaxed and happy," pointing to their unforced chemistry and closeness as telltale signs of emotional harmony.

Photos from the event show Jackman with his arm wrapped securely around Foster, whom he kept close — a gesture Mahler noted as a positive indication of the strength of their relationship.

The couple's easy affection and unforced warmth — captured in shot after shot — painted a picture far from performative. Instead, what emerged was a portrait of two people savoring a shared moment, grounded in authenticity and mutual support.

Happiness After Heartbreak, and Hollywood Is Watching

Their debut, while glamorous on the surface, resonated more deeply as a subtle yet powerful statement: one of moving forward, embracing change, and choosing happiness after personal transformation.

Hugh Jackman paraded his romance with Foster in front of the cameras after ending his relationship with Deborra-Lee Furness in June 2025. The former couple split after nearly three decades of marriage.

Now, the "Logan" actor's cozy red carpet moment with Foster has sent shockwaves across social media and stirred up a frenzy of both praise and scathing criticism.

End Of A Marriage – And The Beginning Of A Bombshell New Chapter

On June 24, People confirmed that Jackman and Furness had officially finalized their divorce. Court documents filed in the New York Suffolk County Supreme Court revealed a judgment of divorce was entered on June 12, with the case marked as "Disposed" once documents were uploaded on June 23.

This came nearly two years after the pair announced the gut-wrenching end of their 27-year union. In a joint statement back in September 2023, they declared they were parting ways to "pursue" their individual growth.

According to the Daily Mail, Furness filed for divorce on May 23, 2025, and all matters were settled privately — a clean break, on paper at least.

Red Carpet Romance: Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Step Into the Spotlight, and an Online Uproar Follows

Now, with the dust finally settled, Jackman made his red carpet debut with Foster at the 2025 AFI Fest. The couple's appearance immediately ignited a buzz on social media.

On Facebook, spectators didn't hold back, with one saying, "I think things happen in a marriage maybe they had nothing in common in the end not all marriages last. He looks much happier with Sutton [sic]." Another added, "They have the same face. Never realized that before."

But not all reactions were kind. "I thought it was his daughter!" one commenter stated. Another slammed the pairing, "Sad sad sad on every level he looks like her father [sic]." And yet another piled on, "They look alike."

On Instagram, the commentary continued. "He looks so much more relaxed and less like he's in trouble all the time like [sic] he did before. I like her for him," wrote one fan.

However, others continued to criticize the duo. "they [sic] look like siblings," pointed out one netizen. Another echoed the same sentiment, "They look like brother & sister."

Deborra-Lee Furness Speaks Out: 'A Traumatic Journey Of Betrayal'

While Jackman basks in the glow of new romance, Furness finally broke her silence — and her words were nothing short of heartbreaking.

In a May 28, 2025, statement shared with the Daily Mail, the 69-year-old actress laid bare her emotions. "My heart and compassion goes [sic] out to everyone who has traversed the traumatic journey of betrayal," she revealed. "It's a profound wound that cuts deep... I believe in a higher power and that God/the universe, whatever you relate to as your guidance, is always working FOR us."

She added, "This belief has helped me navigate the breakdown of an almost three-decade marriage. I have gained much knowledge and wisdom through this experience. Even when we are presented with apparent adversity, it is leading us to our greatest good, our true purpose."

"It can hurt, but in the long run, returning to yourself and living within your own integrity, values and [sic] boundaries is liberation and freedom," concluded the "Correlli" alum.

Sutton Foster And Hugh Jackman's Love Story Gains Momentum

As Furness grieved, Jackman and Foster's relationship only gained more public traction. Nearly nine months after being spotted holding hands in Los Angeles, the couple appeared again on October 20, 2025, at the Fetch Pet Gala in New York City.

Dressed to the nines — Jackman in a black suit, Foster in a black velvet gown — the two smiled for photos and shared tender moments at their table in The Carlyle hotel.

The very next night, on October 21, the duo attended Richard Marx's "After Hours Confessions" show at Café Carlyle, where they posed with Marx and his wife, Daisy Fuentes. Jackman, in a crisp blue suit, and Foster, in a long-sleeved white knit dress, stood side by side for the camera.

But long before the red carpet reveal, the couple already had fans buzzing. Back in January 2025, during a casual night out at an In-N-Out drive-thru in Los Angeles, the two were photographed kissing in line — a moment that sparked a new wave of speculation.

Jackman looked relaxed in a khaki outfit, while Foster wore an oversized shirt and sweatpants. As they exchanged kisses outside the car, fans zeroed in — not just on the PDA, but on Foster's appearance.

"Is she pregnant?" one person asked. Another echoed, "Is she...👶🏻?" And the boldest of all declared, "I'm calling it. She's pregnant."

Others were far more critical."What is she wearing?!" asked one. "She looks like she's older than his ex," commented another. However, a fan defended, "He looks happy!"

A Painful Journey to Parenthood, and a Shared Adoption Bond

Despite the headlines, Jackman and Foster share a deeper connection — one rooted in loss, struggle, and adoption.

Jackman has been candid about the challenges he and Furness endured trying to conceive. "It was painful," he admitted. "It's not easy... You put a lot of time and effort into it, so it's emotional."

He continued, "Trying to have children is wonderful and [sic] when you feel as though that's not going to happen, there's a certain anxiety that goes with it."

After multiple rounds of IVF and miscarriages, the ex-couple turned to adoption and never looked back. "We feel things happened the way they are meant to," Jackman said."Everyone's in the right place with the right people." He and Deborra-Lee Furness are proud parents of two kids.

Jackman gushed about his kids, "I don't think of them as adopted – they're our children. Deb and I are believers in … I suppose you could call it destiny. We feel things happened the way they are meant to." He expounded, "Everyone's in the right place with the right people. It sounds airy-fairy, but it's something we feel very deeply."

Sutton Foster's Own Path: From IVF To 'Overwhelming Love'

Foster, too, knows the heartbreak of infertility. She and ex-husband Ted Griffin went through IVF, but eventually turned to adoption — welcoming daughter Emily Dale in 2017.

Reflecting on the journey, Foster said, "We had all these roadblocks, but as soon as we started pursuing adoption, it was like the roadblocks were going away... Our daughter was cannonballing towards us."

"It's overwhelmingly beautiful. It's overwhelming love for this little human. And I'm so excited that her story is now my story, and it's really been a beautiful addition to my life," gushed Foster, who formed a deep bond with her child's birth mother.

Two Parents, Two Pasts, Now One Future?

Now, Jackman and Foster — both veterans of heartbreak, healing, and parenthood through adoption — are stepping boldly into the future.

Though their union remains in its early stages, their high-profile appearances, affectionate body language, and shared life experiences have only deepened public interest. From heartache to healing, Jackman and Foster appear ready to rewrite their stories — together.