This magical on-Broadway pairing of Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster continued well into this new year as the actors were recently spotted out for a casual dinner together in Santa Monica, California, on Monday, January 6. These two “The Music Man” former co-stars caused eyes to stare at them when they made an appearance, hand in hand-just like every other evening, all smiles, and laughter aplenty.
Jackman, 56, went casual as he donned a dark jacket over a grey shirt with white jeans. Foster, 49, added some class in her tan trench coat over an old green dress. The comfort level of the two getting along raised several eyebrows of the fans and passersby considering the changes the two had gone through of late.
Changes in Their Lives Lately
The stars have recently seen major shifts in their personal lives as well. In September 2023, Jackman announced he had separated from Deborra-lee Furness after 27 years of marriage, and Foster similarly filed for divorce from husband Ted Griffin in October, following ten years of marriage.
These recent life shifts have made their public appearance together all the more intriguing. While representatives for both actors have not commented on the outing, the moment marked one of the rare ones where their off-stage connection took center stage.
Roots in Broadway and Mutual Respect
The relation between Jackman and Foster is from “The Music Man”, a Broadway revival they did together from December 2021 until January 2023. It was an extremely successful production, and both stars have spoken highly of each other’s talent and professionalism on numerous occasions.
Foster, a two-time Tony Award winner, once referred to Jackman as an “incredible partner in crime,” while he was openly in awe of her long résumé and talent. The two truly seemed compatible, both on and off stage, as evidenced by joint interviews and performances. .
A Night of Support
But wait, there’s more: Jackman was in attendance at one of the final performances of Foster’s critically acclaimed “Once Upon a Mattress” at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles only days before the dinner outing, and he was joined by no less than legendary actress Carol Burnett, who originated Foster’s role when the production first ran in 1959, which further drove his point across in support of her work.
What’s Next for the Duo?
Of course, both headliners have kept busy with new chapters in their lives and careers. Jackman, for example, will take the stage again this January 24 with a string of concerts called “From New York, with Love” at Radio City Music Hall. Foster, having completed her *Once Upon a Mattress* tour, will reportedly continue on her streak of illustrious Broadway work.
While their dinner outing has raised speculations, the duo has not said a word about the nature of their relationship. Undoubtedly, this will keep the fans glued as these two beloved stars continue to wow-both individually and together.
