Hollywood divorces often force friends to choose sides, and the latest drama involves some of the industry’s biggest names. A new report reveals that Nicole Kidman is staying loyal to her longtime friend, Deborra-Lee Furness. Furness split from her husband, Hugh Jackman, after 27 years of marriage. Jackman has since moved on with Broadway star Sutton Foster, but Kidman is reportedly not interested in making nice with the new couple.
Nicole Kidman sides with Hugh Jackman’s ex-wife, report says
Kidman is allegedly standing firm in her loyalty to Furness. According to StyleCaster, the Oscar-winning actress chose to keep her distance from Jackman and Foster during the recent Met Gala. While the new couple made their smiling debut on the red carpet, Kidman focused on her role as event co-chair. Sources claim she actively avoided the pair. She did not want to schmooze or pretend everything was fine.
The main reason for this distance is the deep hurt surrounding the breakup. Furness previously hinted at feelings of “betrayal” regarding how her marriage ended. Friends in Hollywood have not forgotten those comments. Kidman has known both Jackman and Furness for over twenty years. She even starred with Jackman in the 2008 movie Australia. However, sources say she is incredibly protective of Furness right now.
Insiders note that Kidman is firmly “Team Deb.” She believes her friend was deeply hurt by how the romance unfolded. Because of this, she has no desire to celebrate Jackman showing up with a new woman on his arm. While Kidman was not openly rude at the event, she made a clear choice to stay away.
This Hollywood division shows no signs of healing soon. Furness has reportedly drawn a line in the sand for her close friends. She expects her circle to support her rather than kiss up to the new couple. For now, Kidman is making it clear where her loyalty lies. She is choosing her long-term friendship over Hollywood politeness.
Originally reported by Samridhi Goel on Mandatory.
