Hugh Jackman And Sutton FosterThe couple’s next step appears to face a big challenge.
The duo have been dating for a while and went public with their relationship just months after Jackman finalized his divorce from his ex, Deborra-Lee Furness.
Although they reportedly considered getting married, that plan would be blocked by Hugh Jackman’s need to be “sensitive” and “respectful” to his children.
Hugh Jackman wants to be ‘respectful’ to his children as he puts wedding plans on hold, sources say
Hugh Jackman’s split from Deborra-Lee Furness shocked the industry, as they had always seemed like a couple who would go the distance.
Nearly a year after finalizing their divorce, Jackman’s relationship with his Broadway co-star Sutton Foster is still going strong, a romance that previous reports suggest may have begun while Jackman was still married.
Now, as Jackman plans to take the next step with Foster, insiders reveal the actor faces a major hurdle in getting there.
“As much as Hugh is excited to start this next chapter with Sutton, he has to be sensitive to his children. They are incredibly protective of their mother… he wants to be respectful of that,” a source revealed, according to the Daily Mail.
Jackman is said to be cautious about moving forward, not only to protect his children’s feelings, but also so they can be present at any future marriage to Foster.
“Hugh really wants his kids to be at the wedding. They both want their loved ones to be with them to celebrate,” the source added.
The couple has a preferred timetable for getting married
Previously, rumors swirled that Jackman and Foster wanted to walk down the aisle together.
According to a source who spoke with New idea, the couple prefers a spring or summer date and wants the wedding to take place in New York.
The proposed celebration is also expected to be intimate and will include an extended honeymoon across Europe.
“[Jackman] “He told his team to keep a big window open so he and Sutton could get married and have a ‘honeymoon’ in Europe, where they could see his mother,” the source told the outlet.
Sutton Foster Yet to Finalize Her Own Divorce Amid Hugh Jackman Romance
Another crucial element for Jackman and Foster’s marriage is that the actress finalizes her divorce from her ex-husband, Ted Griffin.
Unlike Jackman, who finalized his divorce from Furness last June, Sutton and Griffin remain legally bound despite the end of their decade-long marriage.
Reports claim the Broadway star’s ex is dragging her feet over the split, and her blockage has become a “dark cloud” over her.
The former couple shares an adopted daughter named Emily Dale Griffin.
Hugh Jackman won’t force Sutton Foster to sign a prenup
If marriage plans move forward, Foster will not sign a prenup. Jackman is reportedly worth over $100 million, which is a huge difference from the $4 million estimated by Sutton Foster. Despite this, he would have rejected the idea of developing one.
“Hugh isn’t even considering the idea of a prenup. He’s ending it immediately,” a source told the newspaper. Globe. “He thinks it’s offensive and says the idea that Sutton would ever be with him for money is laughable. In fact, he gets annoyed when people talk about it.”
The source also claimed that Jackman maintained his position even though his friends “begged him to be smart” and protect his assets.
“He’s all for Sutton and willing to take the risk. The crazy thing is, Sutton has no problem signing anything. She hates the idea that anyone would think she’s in it for the money,” the source added.
The couple was spotted packing on the PDA
In October, Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster debuted their relationship on the red carpet at the premiere of the Wolverine star’s film “Song Sung Blue” during AFI Fest at the TCL Chinese Theater.
During the outing, the duo gave the cameras a glimpse of their love by wrapping their arms around each other as they posed.
A month later, they went Instagram official, with Jackman sharing a photo on his page of Foster performing at Café Carlyle in New York.
Since then, the couple has been seen packing on the PDA more often.
In February, they were seen looking romantic when they arrived together at Los Angeles International Airport from an undisclosed location.
The previous month, the duo also enjoyed a romantic getaway to Costa Rica, where they spent time at the beach, swimming together and cuddling in the water.
