Hugh Jackman from X-Men Origins: Wolverine

A stage and screen actor of remarkable versatility, Australian Hugh Jackman had the unusual honor of being named one of People magazine’s “Sexiest Men Alive,” while also maintaining fandom among legions of comic book enthusiasts. Such a diverse following was testament to the actor’s unaffected charm, leading man looks, and classical stage training that equipped him to alternate between great displays of theatricality and calculated reserve. Audiences cheered Jackman’s portrayal of edgy mutant Wolverine in the “X-Men” film series, swooned over him in Baz Luhrman’s sweeping period drama

Hugh Jackman: Top Five / Bottom Five Movies

MOVIES | May 01, 2009 | Comments () | Recommended ()

Is it possible that Hugh Jackman is really two people? Because when you take a look at his career, it seems he's divided his time pretty evenly between kicking butt and getting in touch with his softer side, kind of like how Adam…

Hugh Jackman Heartbroken Over Wolverine Leak

CELEBS | Apr 07, 2009 | Comments () | Recommended ()

Hugh Jackman said Wednesday that he is heartbroken his new film, "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," was leaked online a month before its official release.

The movie, which focuses on the beginnings of Jackman's clawed Marvel superhero…

Hugh Jackman: A Different Kind of Host for a Different Kind of Oscars

MOVIES | Feb 23, 2009 | Comments () | Recommended ()

The world was shocked a few months ago when it was announced that Hugh Jackman would host this year’s Oscars. The amiable Aussie couldn’t possibly be a bigger change in demeanor from last year’s host, Jon Stewart, and many had…

Why Are We Doubting Wolverine?

MOVIES | Jul 09, 2008 | Comments () | Recommended ()

It's early July, and most of this summer's superheroes have already flown on past the local multiplex. In other words, it's time to start looking ahead to the super-powered individuals who will be gracing our screens in 2009.…

Hugh Jackman Talks Australia and Wolverine

MOVIES | Nov 27, 2008 | Comments () | Recommended ()

"Did you all get a copy of the magazine?" Hugh Jackman jokes when he enters the room. People recently declared him this year's "Sexiest Man…

Hugh Jackman Named People's Sexiest Man Alive

CELEBS | Nov 19, 2008 | Comments () | Recommended ()

Hugh Jackman has been named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2008. The magazine describes the Aussie actor, soon to be seen alongside Nicole Kidman in Australia, as all scruff and biceps. I'm not sure what that's all about,…