All about Oscar Maximilian Jackman, Hollywood star Hugh Jackman's son
Oscar Maximilian Jackman is an American-Australian celebrity child widely recognised as the adoptive child of Hugh Jackman, a famous Australian actor, and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness, a well-known Australian actress and producer.
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- Oscar Maximilian Jackman's profile summary
- Oscar Maximilian Jackman's biography
- FAQs
Oscar Maximilian Jackman's father, Hugh, is an actor widely recognised for his roles in X-Men (2000), X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009), Les Misérables (2012) and Logan (2017). Due to his celebrity status, many would love to know more about his family, including his son Oscar.
Oscar Maximilian Jackman's profile summary
| Full name | Oscar Maximilian Jackman |
| Famous as | Hugh Jackman's son |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | 15 May 2000 |
| Age | 24 years old (as of 2024) |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Place of birth | California, USA |
| Current residence | New York, USA |
| Nationality | Australian-American |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Height | 6'2" (187 cm) |
| Weight | 125 lbs (57 kgs) |
| Hair colour | Brown |
| Eye colour | Dark brown |
| Father | Hugh Jackman |
| Mother | Deborra-Lee Furness, Amber Lanham (biological) |
| Auntie | Rochelle |
| Siblings | 3 |
| Relationship status | Single |
| Education | Leeds Arts University |
Oscar Maximilian Jackman's biography
Oscar was born in California, United States, to his biological mother, Amber Lanham. He was adopted by Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness as an infant in 2000. Later in 2005, they also adopted his younger sister Ava Eliot.
Although Jackman mentioned that adoption was always part of their plan, it became the definitive route to parenthood after they faced miscarriages and challenges with IVF (in vitro fertilization). The actor shared this with People in 2017:
It was not easy. It was difficult, obviously particularly on Deb. I remember saying to her, 'We were always going to adopt — let's just adopt now.' Our motivation behind adopting was, 'Where is the need?'. And we just knew from talking with people in that space, when we were looking around, that the biggest need is in mixed-race kids.
Oscar has two biological siblings, Nyomi and Olivia Lanham, brought up by their aunt Rochelle. The celebrity child's biological mother died in 2005.
The details about Oscar Maximilian Jackman's biological father are unavailable. The actor's son attended Leeds Arts University for his Film making, Film/Cinema/Video Studies education.
Is Hugh Jackman's son biracial?
Oscar is of African-American, Hawaiian, Caucasian, Bosnian, and Cherokee descent. He is an Australian-American national. As Oscar grew up, his parents consistently made an effort to honor his heritage, Furness shared with People in 2020.
When my son was younger, he found out he was part Bosnian, so we went and got this Croatian/Bosnian cookbook and he was very proud to carry that around when he was 7 years old.
Hugh Jackman acknowledged the unique pressures his son experienced due to his fame. In 2006, he shared that while he grew up with a sense of normalcy, his children did not have the same experience.
Jackman pointed out that being known as "Wolverine's son" could be a significant burden. He contrasted this with his own upbringing, where his father's profession as an accountant, though admirable to him, did not attract any particular attention. Jackman told ET in 2018:
Once he was on the beach. He was talking to a girl, he was about 13, he was talking to a girl, who I guess to be about 15, and he started walking towards me. He came up to me and he started walking ahead of the girl, and he goes, ‘Dad, Dad, Dad, she’s coming over. I told her you’re Wolverine, just go with it.’ I was like, ‘I am the wingman for my 13-year-old boy.’
As Hugh and Deborra-Lee Jackman's kids grew older, they found themselves needing to adapt their parenting approach. In 2019, Jackman shared with People that as their son Oscar was nearing the end of high school, their interactions evolved.
It's amazing to just have conversations with them. But it took a bit of readjusting. It went from 'Hey, guys, these are the rules, we don't do that,' to having to give them reasons why. When your focus is innately, deeply, one hundred percent become these kids in your life and their well being it just seems to put everything into perspective. Being a father has taught me so much.
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Who are Oscar Maximilian Jackman's parents?
Maximilian's adoptive dad, Hugh, is a famous actor who started acting in 1994 in the TV series Law of the Land. He was later featured in several other films and TV series, such as Someone Like You (2001), Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (2011), The Greatest Showman (2017) and Human Resources (2022–2023).
According to his IMDb page, Maximilian's father has four upcoming films and mini TV series. Hugh Jackman's upcoming movies include; Deadpool 3 (2024), Faraway Downs, Apostle Paul and The Good Spy.
His adoptive mum, Deborra-Lee Furness, is an actress known for her roles in Shame (1988), Waiting (1991), Jindabyne (2006) and Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole (2010).
Hugh and Deborra-Lee got married on April 11, 1996, and over the years became one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples. On their 27th wedding anniversary in April, Hugh posted a heartfelt tribute to Deborra, 67, on Instagram, sharing in part:
I love you so much. Together we have created a beautiful family. And life. Your laughter, your spirit, generosity, humor, cheekiness, courage and loyalty is an incredible gift to me.
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-lee Jackman's divorce
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness announced their separation after 27 years of marriage. The couple released a joint statement in September 2023, stating that they had decided to pursue their individual growth.
They emphasized that their family would always be their top priority. The couple shared the following statement with People:
We have been blessed to share almost 3 decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage. Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth. Our family has been and always will be our highest priority. We undertake 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.
During their time together, Hugh and Deborra-lee did their best to teach their children to appreciate their blessings. In 2018, Jackman told People:
My kids have so many advantages. And I want them to know that they have a responsibility to use those advantages to help others. My kids are constantly reminded about how lucky we are in our family. We're ridiculously blessed. We live in a beautiful home in places that other people dream of.
How old is Oscar Maximilian Jackman?
Hugh Jackman's son's age is 24 years old as of 2024. He was born on 15 May 2000. His zodiac sign is Taurus.
What does Hugh Jackman's son do?
Maximilian has not yet declared his post-college job plans. He tries to maintain a low profile but frequently attends red-carpet events with his esteemed parents.
What are Oscar Maximilian Jackman's movies? The celebrity child has yet to act in any film as of September 2024.
What is Hugh Jackman's son's net worth?
Oscar has no established career and, thus, no source of income. He is entirely dependent on his parents for survival. His dad has an estimated net worth of $100 million. He earns his income through his acting career.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, his mother has an estimated net worth of $50 million. She earns her income through her acting and producing career.
How tall is Oscar Maximilian Jackman?
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Oscar Maximilian is 6 feet 2 inches or 187 centimetres tall and weighs approximately 125 pounds or 57 kilograms.
Where is Oscar Maximilian Jackman now?
Although Hung is known for being very private, he was seen in March 2024 during a rare outing with his son Oscar, who has grown significantly. The two were spotted on Sunday taking a stroll in New York City.
The 24-year-old son hadn't been publicly photographed with his father since he was a child. The pair maintained a low profile as they walked through Manhattan, with Hugh wearing a face mask, black denim jeans, a black T-shirt, and a navy baseball cap.
Oscar dressed casually in navy pants and a beige jacket, almost towering over his 6 feet 3 inch father. He has largely stayed out of the public eye, with his most notable appearance alongside his family occurring in 2009 at his father's handprint and footprint ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles.
FAQs
- Who is Hugh Jackman's son? His adoptive son is called Oscar Maximilian.
- What is Oscar Maximilian Jackman's age? He is 24 years old as of 2024. He was born on 15 May 2000.
- Is Oscar Maximilian Jackman adopted? He was adopted as an infant in the year 2000.
- Who are Hugh Jackman's son and daughter? He has adopted two children; Oscar Maximilian and Ava Eliot Jackman.
- Who is Hugh Jackman's wife? His wife is called Deborra-Lee Furness, an Australian producer and actress.
- How old are Deborra-Lee Furness' children? Her son Oscar Maximilian is 24 years old while her daughter Ava Eliot is 19 years old as of 2024.
- What is the age difference between Hugh Jackman and his wife? They are 13 years apart in age. Hugh was born on 12 October 1968 and is 56 years old as of 2024. His wife, Deborra, was born on 30 November 1955 and is 68 years old as of 2024.
- Who are Oscar Maximilian's biological siblings? He has two biological siblings, Nyomi and Olivia.
- Does Hugh Jackman have a son who is an actor? He does not have a son who is an actor. His only son Oscar Maximilian Jackman is not involved in acting.
Oscar Maximilian Jackman is an American-Australian celebrity child widely recognised for being Hugh Jackman's adoptive son. His biological mother was Amber Lanham. She died in 2005.
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