By Mary Mrad for Chron Australia 03:24 September 26, 2023, updated 06:07 September 26, 2023
Deborra-Lee Furness has spoken out for the first time since her split from Hugh Jackman after responding to a cold call from Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O Henderson.
The radio duo accidentally called the Australian actress, 67, live on air on Tuesday and were shocked when she answered the phone.
“We actually called you by mistake, that’s ridiculous.” “Seriously, it’s not a mix-up,” Kyle said to Deborra-Lee.
“We weren’t going to call you.” But now that you’re here, we won’t dwell on it. We love you, we hope you’re well.’
“Thanks guys, I really appreciate it.” “You’re really sweet,” she replied.
Hugh Jackman’s estranged wife Deborra-Lee Furness, 67, has broken her silence on their shocking split after 27 years of marriage. The former couple is pictured together in April
Kyle continued: “I just feel like it’s too soon. “I don’t want to get involved in anything. But we love you and you call us if you want to chat.’
‘Thank you guys. “I really appreciate it,” Deborra-Lee said before hanging up.
Deborra-Lee and Hugh, 54, recently shocked fans when they announced they were divorcing after 27 years of marriage.
“We were fortunate to spend almost three decades together in a wonderful, loving marriage. “Our journey is now changing and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth,” the couple said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE earlier this month.
“Our family has always been and continues to be our highest priority.” We approach this next chapter with gratitude, love and kindness. We thank you very much for your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition.”
Deborra-Lee spoke out after Kyle and Jackie O accidentally called out the Australian actress live on air on Tuesday
The former couple signed the statement “Deb and Hugh Jackman” and added: “This is the only statement either of us will make.”
The Australian couple shares two children together; Oscar, 23, and Ava, 18.
The couple celebrated their anniversary last April and Jackman posted a gushing tribute to his wife on Instagram.
“I love you, Deb.” Today is our 27th wedding anniversary. 27 years! “I love you so much,” the actor wrote in his caption.
“Together we have created a beautiful family.” And life. Your laughter, your spirit, your generosity, your humor, your sass, your courage and your loyalty are an incredible gift to me. “I love you with all my heart,” he shared in the heartfelt post.
“We weren’t going to call you.” But now that you’re here, we won’t dwell on it. “We love you and hope you’re doing well,” Kyle said
Although he is undoubtedly better known than his wife, Deborra-Lee had already made 20 films when she and Jackman met in 1995, appearing as a prison psychologist and brain-damaged convict in ABC TV’s 10-part series Correlli.
Deborra-Lee most recently played Jill Bailey opposite Eric Bana in Robert Connolly’s sequel Force of Nature: The Dry 2, which was released in Australian and New Zealand cinemas on August 24.
In February, Hugh told Smooth Radio: “I think about honesty and intimacy and taking your time.” [are the secret to a long and happy marriage]. You can’t just assume that everything is going well. “You have to take your time.”
Deborra-Lee and Hugh recently shocked fans when they announced they were divorcing after 27 years of marriage