Hugh Jackman and Deborra-lee Jackman Separate After 27 Years of Marriage

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-lee Jackman Separate, Moving Forward 'with Gratitude, Love, and Kindness'

Hugh Jackman and his wife Deborra-lee are ending their marriage in a friendly way.

The couple, who met in 1995 and wed a year later, share two children.

They shared in a statement given to PEOPLE, "We've been married for almost 3 decades, and it's been a wonderful and loving journey. But now, we feel it's time to separate and focus on our own personal growth."

They want everyone to know that their family is their top priority. They're moving forward with gratitude, love, and kindness. They also ask for privacy as they go through this change in their lives.

The statement is signed by both of them, "Deb and Hugh Jackman," and they say this is the only statement they will make.

Hugh and Deborra-lee, both from Australia, have two kids, Oscar, who is 23, and Ava, who is 18. They have been married for 27 years.

They met in 1995 while working on an Australian TV show called Corelli. Despite Deb being a famous actress and Hugh a new actor, they fell in love quickly. Hugh shared that when they first met, Deb was in the front seat of a car, and she introduced herself with a handshake and a smile. He instantly liked her.

They got married on April 11, 1996, and over the years, they became a beloved Hollywood couple.

On their 27th wedding anniversary, Hugh posted a heartfelt message to Deb on Instagram, expressing his love and appreciation for her and their family.

Their last public appearance together was at the Met Gala in May, and in July, they attended the men's finals at Wimbledon.