Hugh Jackman’s new girlfriend Sutton Foster made a very revealing fashion statement when the couple finally went public with their romance on Monday.
The 49-year-old Broadway veteran and the 56-year-old X-Men star were seen holding hands while dining in Santa Monica, California.
Sutton opted for an elegant look, wearing a long cashmere double-breasted coat.
It featured interesting details borrowed from military trench coats, including a flap over his left shoulder and shoulder epaulets.
The Music Man star also donned a gorgeous dark green long dress underneath, which flowed elegantly and reached her ankles.
She wore her brunette locks shoulder-length in a straight style and finished her look with a pair of sky-high black heels.
Hugh Jackman’s new girlfriend Sutton Foster made a very revealing fashion statement when the couple went public with their romance on Monday, wearing a pair of sky-high black pumps.
Sutton’s glamorous choice of footwear was a far cry from Deborra’s signature chunky pumps that she often wears during her red carpet appearances.
Deb often opts for black platform heels that appear to have a flat sole to offer support and stability.
Meanwhile, Hugh looked casual for the date in a charcoal zip-up jacket worn over a slim gray sweater and a pair of chinos with dark sneakers.
He also sported a stylish gray beard and his hair was shaggier than usual.
As Hugh and Sutton walked down the sidewalk, they had their hands tightly clasped and periodically turned to look each other in the eyes.
Reps for Hugh and Sutton had no immediate comment on their evening together.
The outing came on the same day it was reported that Hugh was planning to go “public” with his new “girlfriend” in the imminent future.
Hugh and Deborra announced in September 2023 that they were separating after 27 years of marriage.
Sutton’s glamorous choice of footwear was a far cry from Deborra’s signature chunky pumps that she often wears during her red carpet appearances.
Deb often opts for chunky black platform heels that appear to have a flat sole to offer support and stability.
Hugh and Sutton’s exit comes after the Logan star attended a performance of Sutton’s production of Once Upon A Mattress in Los Angeles over the weekend, which had just moved to the West Coast after wrapping a presentation in New York at the end of November.
The two stars had previously shared the stage on Broadway when they played the lead roles in an acclaimed production of the classic musical The Music Man.
Sutton filed for an uncontested divorce from her husband Ted Griffin in October last year.
She had been married to the 53-year-old Ocean screenwriter for 10 years.
Sutton and Hugh have been plagued in recent months by rumors that an affair between the two ruined their marriages.
Fans had commented on how close they seemed to be in their off-stage interactions while appearing together on The Music Man.
Deborra appeared to lend credence to the rumors when she liked an Instagram post in October from a gossip blogger who claimed her husband was “running off with his mistress” and planning a “soft launch” of their relationship, according to Us weekly.
A source told DailyMail.com in October that Furness had suspicions of an affair, but was still “shocked when she found out about the affair.”
Hugh and Deborra announced in September 2023 that they were separating after 27 years of marriage
Sutton and Hugh have been plagued in recent months by rumors that an affair between the two ruined their marriages. Pictured together in 2022
They described the alleged affair as “Broadway’s worst kept secret,” adding that “Deborra-Lee was the last to know.”
According to a report from RadarOnline, Deb was particularly upset by the behavior of Hugh’s close friend Ryan Reynolds and his wife Blake Lively because they allegedly “kept silent” about the rumored romance.
“They kept their lips sealed out of loyalty to Hugh,” a source told the publication.
“Now that she’s furious that she was the last to know, Deb feels blindsided. She has a memory like a steel trap and she’s not afraid to use it.
“Debs feels cheated by all three because someone could have told her what was going on and they all chose to keep their mouths shut,” they added.
Daily Mail Australia contacted representatives for Deborra and Ryan at the time for comment.
Following Hugh and Deborra’s split, the former couple shared a statement addressing the breakup.
‘We have been fortunate to share almost three decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful and loving marriage. “Our journey is now changing and we have decided to separate to continue our individual growth,” they announced.
“Our family has been and always will be our top priority,” they continued. ‘We face this next chapter with gratitude, love and kindness. “We greatly appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition in all of our lives.”