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Why Deborra-Lee Furness’ withering ‘betrayal’ statement could mean trouble as she files for divorce from Hugh Jackman

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An Australian lawyer has weighed in on Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness’ messy divorce drama.

Following Deborra-Lee’s formal filing for divorce from Hugh this week, she shared her feelings of sorrow in an exclusive interview with DailyMail.com.

She spoke passionately about the deep emotional pain the actress endured during their separation, which she termed as a harrowing experience marked by deception.

Sydney attorney Cassandra Kalpaxis has since spoken out about the latest events, cautioning that Deborra-Lee’s public declaration might be open to various interpretations.

Cassandra shared with news.com.au that when she works with prominent clients, she often recommends them to avoid discussing their breakups in public.

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I’ve found that my message doesn’t always land as intended – be it with the media, friends, or even family. It’s all in the nuances of context and tone.

The attorney, known for writing “Dignified Divorce: A Guide to Parting Ways Smoothly without Going to Court,” also noted that misunderstandings in communication can frequently turn a friendly separation into a contentious one.

She pointed out that messages can often be misunderstood, and a single remark might reach someone else in a different light, leading to misinterpretation and potentially causing conflict or disagreement.

‘That’s often how amicable divorces turn acrimonious.’

After making it official by filing for divorce from the actor famous for Les Misérables, two years following their initial separation announcement, the Australian actress shared her feelings of sadness in a private conversation with DailyMail.com.

She expressed her deep sympathy, as well as her empathy, towards anyone who has experienced the difficult path of being betrayed,” she stated.

Even though it’s a very painful and significant scar, I trust that a greater force or guiding principle, whether you see it as God or the universe, is continuously working on our behalf.

Through this deeply held conviction, I’ve been able to find my bearings amidst the dissolution of a 30-year marriage. This challenging journey has enriched me with valuable insights and wisdom.

Regardless of the seeming challenges that come our way, they are ultimately guiding us towards our highest potential and true destiny.

Experiencing discomfort initially, yet eventually, finding solace in being true to yourself, adhering to your personal values, and establishing clear boundaries brings about a sense of release and autonomy.

In wrapping up her thoughts, she emphasized the single lesson she took away, which was “it’s all impersonal”.

She noted, “Everyone is on their unique path, and I firmly feel that the connections we have in life aren’t mere coincidences.

We’re naturally attracted to others, welcoming them into our lives so they can help us understand life’s lessons and aid in mending the fractured aspects of ourselves…I continue to express my gratitude.

In an unexpected announcement in September 2023, Deborra-Lee and Hugh shared the news of their marital split, explaining that they felt it was necessary for them to ‘move apart’ in order to focus on their personal development separately.

In the year 1996, during the month of April, their wedding took place in Melbourne, Australia. Subsequently, they welcomed Oscar, who is currently 24 years old, into their family by adopting him in the year 2000. Five years after that, they expanded their family further by adopting Ava, who is now 19 years old.

After Deborah-Lee’s declaration, Hugh, currently involved with actress Sutton Foster (age 50), made an evident jab at his former partner through a post on social media on Wednesday.

In a clear nod to his recent divorce proceedings, he posted a video of himself jumping around on stage synchronized with NSYNC’s “Bye Bye Bye” tune, simply captioned as ‘AT LAST’.

On the very same day, Deborra-Lee made a comment about her estranged spouse amidst the whirlwind of speculation that he was unfaithful to his present girlfriend, Sutton Foster, is when the video was uploaded.

This week, it was exclusively disclosed by DailyMail.com that Deborra-Lee submitted a complaint in New York on May 23. According to the documents, all matters have reportedly been settled discreetly.

As a devoted follower, I would like to share some additional documents submitted by Furness’ attorney, Elena Karabatos, in our ongoing divorce proceedings. These include:

1. A notice outlining the continuation of healthcare coverage.
2. A proposed qualified medical child support order.
3. A New York state case registry form for reporting child support orders to the state’s registry.
4. The settlement agreement we’ve reached.
5. A proposed judgment of divorce, marking the end of our marital relationship.
6. Lastly, a certificate of dissolution, signifying the formal termination of our union.

All that needs to be done now is for the judge to sign off on the judgment.

In simpler terms, it seems that Furness, who shares two adopted kids with the actor known as Wolverine, is receiving a substantial alimony payment, as per a source, and there’s no anticipated drama during their 27-year-long marriage dissolution process.

A source has revealed to DailyMail.com that an agreement has been made, satisfactory to Deborra, which involves a substantial alimony payment for her spouse.

Initially, there were debates about this financial contract, but eventually, she received what she felt was fair. In the end, both parties emerged from this situation with financial stability.

‘There is not going to be any drama with this gives closure that she needed.’

The divorce is being referred to as ‘uncontested,’ which signifies that there were no significant disputes or arguments between the separating couple.

They’ve already figured out all the specifics ahead of time regarding the settlement, child support, and financial arrangements for their children’s future. That’s what they shared with us.

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2025-05-30 04:19

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