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Hugh Jackman Says “I’m A Christian” in Interview

Hugh Jackman Says “I’m A Christian”

By Ben Kayser, Managing Editor

** Editor’s Note: This article originally ran in 2017.  Movieguide®  is running it again in celebration of Jackman’s birthday, 10.12.2019.**

Many know Hugh Jackman grew up in a Christian home after his father gave his life to Jesus through a Billy Graham crusade. Until recently, it was believed that he did not share his father’s faith, until an interview with Parade Magazine published on October 21st. When asked about when he first knew he wanted to be an actor, Hugh Jackman responded, Im a Christian. I was brought up very religious. I used to go to different evangelists[revival] tents all the time. When I was about 13, I had a weird premonition that I was going to be onstage, like the preachers I saw.

Made famous for his role as Wolverine in the popular X-MEN franchise, Jackman showed a more spiritual side with his transcendent performance as the redeemed by grace Jean Valjean in Movieguide® Award Winning movie LES MISERABLES. A reputation as a committed husband to his wife of nearly 20 years and present father to their two adopted children, Jackman in many ways is a role model. Speaking of his marriage to Deborra-Lee Furness, When I met Deb, I knew immediately I was going to marry her. I forced myself to wait six months because I thought, Maybe it is infatuation. Im too young to know.It was ridiculous. Every day love just got deeper. I felt a complete trust with her to be exactly who I am. I dont have to be any other version of Hugh Jackman for her to love me. The Australian actor is also very active in various philanthropic endeavors, and he credits that to his religious background.

“Jackman has a reputation as a committed husband to his wife of nearly 20 years and present father to their two adopted children. In many ways Hugh is a role model”

Speaking towards his acting, Jackman sees his performances as a way of honoring God. Im a religious person. This is going to sound weird to you. In Chariots of Fire the runner Eric Liddell says, When I run, I feel His pleasure.I feel that pleasure when I act and its going well, particularly onstage,Jackman said. I feel what everyones searching for, the feeling that unites us all. Call it God.Before I go onstage every night, I pause and dedicate the performance to God, in the sense of Allow me to surrender.

 

Movieguide® commends Hugh Jackman for his bold proclamation of faith in the public sphere and in the many uplifting roles he plays. As believers, we should be praying for those in Hollywood, that God would continue to bring them closer to Him, protecting them from temptations that are so prevalent in our society. Hugh Jackman is one of many famous celebrities who claim the Christian faith. Will you commit to keeping Hugh and his family in your prayers? 

 

Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.


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