Movie Actor

Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman is an Australian actor best known for playing Wolverine in the X-Men series, setting a Guinness World Record until 2021.

Hugh Jackman
Full Name
Hugh Michael Jackman
Age
56
Birth Date
October 12, 1968
Zodiac
Libra
Born
Australia
Height
6' 4"

Popularity

Fame Level
% of people who know them
92%
Liked by
79%
Neutral
17%
Disliked by
3%

About

Hugh Jackman is an Australian actor, singer and producer. He is best known for his leading role as Wolverine in the X-Men film series, for which he received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor. He won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Special for hosting the 81st Academy Awards in 2009.

Hugh Jackman Timeline

1968
Hugh Jackman is Born
On October 12, 1968, Hugh Michael Jackman was born in Sydney, Australia.
1995
1st Movie Role
Jackman lands first acting role as Curly McLain in the Australian movie “Paperback Hero”.
1999
Land of First Lead Role
Hugh Jackman takes on his first lead role in a major motion picture as Wolverine in X-Men.
2001
Wins MTV Movie Award for Best Fight
Wins the MTV Movie Award for Best Fight for his performance in X-Men.
2004
Broadway Debut
Makes his Broadway debut in The Boy From Oz. For this performance, he earns a Tony Award nomination.
2009
Hosts 81st Academy Awards
Hugh Jackman hosts the 81st Academy Awards ceremony in Hollywood, California.
2017
Hugh Jackman Retires from Wolverine Role
After 17 years, Hugh Jackman officially announces his retirement from the iconic Wolverine character.

5 Interesting Facts about Hugh Jackman

1.

Was a TV Series Regular Before Becoming an Actor

Before becoming an actor, Hugh Jackman was a regular on the Australian TV series Correlli, playing the lead role of prisoner Kevin Jones.

2.

Native Speaker of French

Hugh Jackman is a native speaker of French, having grown up in Sydney, Australia with parents who were both from France.

3.

First Non-American to Play Wolverine

In 2000, Hugh Jackman became the first non-American actor to portray Wolverine in X-Men, a role he went on to reprise for 8 more films.

4.

Won a Tony Award

Hugh Jackman won a Tony Award in 2004 for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical for his role as Peter Allen in The Boy From Oz.

5.

Received a Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 2013, Hugh Jackman received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his movie and theater work.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hugh Jackman birthday?

Hugh Jackman is an Australian movie actor who was born on October 12, 1968, and is currently 54. He is best known for his starring role as Wolverine in the X-Men movie series, and for his more recent roles in standalone films like "The Greatest Showman" and "Logan".

What is the Net Worth of Hugh Jackman?

Hugh Jackman has an estimated net worth of $180M. His wealth comes from his lucrative and successful career as an actor, producer, and entrepreneur. Jackman has gained success from his work in films, TV shows, commercials, and music albums. He has also made profitable business investments in the entertainment industry.