Hugh Jackman has taken girlfriend Sutton Foster to Australia for the first time, with the couple making a beeline for the Bondi penthouse he once shared with his former wife, Deborra-Lee Furness.
The 58-year-old actor and 51-year-old theatre star, who confirmed their relationship in January 2025, appeared deeply affectionate when they arrived at Sydney Airport on Tuesday.
Smiling and holding hands, they made their way through the terminal before stepping into a waiting chauffeur-driven car.
Hugh soon took Sutton to the $15 million North Bondi penthouse he kept as part of his 2025 divorce settlement with Deborra-Lee.
The Wolverine star appeared eager to share the spectacular seaside outlook, pointing out landmarks along the Bondi coastline as the pair spent a romantic afternoon on the balcony.
Sutton seemed at ease in Hugh’s former marital home and appeared keen to experience more of his Australian lifestyle.
Hugh Jackman (right) has taken girlfriend Sutton Foster (left) to Australia, with their first stop being the Bondi home he once shared with former wife Deborra-Lee Furness
Hugh took Sutton to the $15 million North Bondi penthouse he retained in his 2025 divorce settlement with Deborra-Lee
The 58-year-old actor and 51-year-old theatre star, who confirmed their relationship in January 2025, looked affectionate as they arrived at Sydney Airport on Tuesday
The pair had kept on the clothes they wore for their journey, with Hugh in navy trousers and a grey jacket while Sutton opted for comfortable cashmere from head to toe.
Three years after separating from 70-year-old Deborra-Lee, Hugh has shown no indication that he plans to sell the luxury Bondi penthouse.
Sources say he intends to retain the 125-square-metre property, which he bought in 2015 for AUD$5.9 million (USD$4.07 million), as his permanent base in Australia.
‘Why would he ever sell it?’ one insider told the Wentworth Courier earlier this year. ‘It’s the best spot in Bondi Beach.’
With its sweeping ocean views, the apartment offered an impressive setting for Hugh to introduce Sutton to the beauty of the Australian coastline.
The property had previously been advertised as a long-term rental for $10,000 a week until February 2022.
It was also briefly available for short-term stays in 2024 at $2,400 a night. Its removal from the market now appears to support speculation that Hugh plans to spend more time there in 2026.
The Wolverine star appeared pleased to share the spectacular view from his home, pointing out Bondi landmarks to Sutton during their time on the balcony
Three years after separating from Deborra-Lee, Hugh has shown no sign of selling his luxury Bondi penthouse. He is pictured near the property in 2016
Sources say Hugh plans to keep the 125-square-metre property, bought in 2015 for $5.9 million, as his permanent Australian base
Hugh wore navy trousers and a grey jacket after arriving in Australia, while Sutton dressed in comfortable cashmere from head to toe
A chauffeur was waiting to greet the pair
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Hugh and Sutton relaxed together on the balcony
Hugh appeared to point out landmarks along the coastline
Sutton appeared to take in the view
Sutton and Hugh were all smiles after landing in Sydney, with the actor seemingly delighted to be back home
The couple held hands as they left the terminal
Both chose relaxed clothing for the long-haul journey
Hugh carried most of the luggage
Sutton was seen laughing at something Hugh said
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Keeping the Bondi base makes sense for Hugh, who is frequently seen at the beach whenever he returns to Australia.
The three-bedroom penthouse delivers Hollywood-level luxury, with expansive ocean views and high-end finishes throughout.
Its generous layout is also well suited to hosting guests, with two queen bedrooms featuring custom-built wardrobes.
The main bedroom includes an ensuite finished with Minerva limestone, built-in wardrobes and Juliet balconies.
Hugh kept the Bondi property after his divorce from Deborra-Lee was finalised in June 2025.
As part of their settlement, the former couple listed their luxury apartment in New York’s West Village for AUD$60 million (US$39 million) that same month.
The apartment remains on the market and was bought in 2008 for AUD$32 million (US$21 million).
Deborra-Lee also reportedly purchased Hugh’s share of their other New York property, a three-bedroom Manhattan penthouse valued at AUD$35 million (US$24 million).
The couple bought that home together in 2022 for AUD$31.6 million (US$21.12 million). It was not listed for sale but was transferred into new ownership.
Hugh and Deborra-Lee, who married in 1996, announced their separation in 2023 after 27 years together.
Hugh later began a relationship with Sutton in late 2024, after they had co-starred in the 2021 Broadway revival of The Music Man.