Age, Biography, and Wiki
Deborra-Lee Furness was born on November 30, 1955, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. She gained fame in 1988 with her critically acclaimed performance in the movie Shame, winning several awards including the Golden Space Needle Award from the Seattle International Film Festival and Best Actor awards from the Film Critics Circle of Australia.
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| Date of Birth | 30 November 1955 |
| Age | 69 Years |
| Birth Place | Annandale, New South Wales, Australia |
| Horoscope | Sagittarius |
| Country | Australia |
Height, Weight & Measurements
Currently, detailed information about her height, weight, and measurements is not widely available. However, she is known for her robust presence on screen.
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Dating & Relationship Status
Furness has been married to actor Hugh Jackman since April 11, 1996. They met on the set of the TV series Correlli in 1995, and she is a supportive partner in both his career and personal life.
At the age of 18, Furness attended secretarial school to learn shorthand and typing after her mother advised her to have a back-up career if her acting ambitions didn't eventuate to anything. She then got a job as the assistant to John Sorell, the news director at Channel 9. Despite describing herself as "such a bog secretary", Furness has said she thoroughly enjoyed the urgency, the fast action and the high energy of the newsroom. After working in the newsroom for a year, Furness was asked to work on No Man's Land, the station's daytime current affairs program which was produced exclusively by women and hosted by Mickie de Stoop. Furness started working on the show as a researcher before becoming an on-air reporter. After her work at Channel 9, Furness then travelled through Europe for one year.
She studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, where she graduated in either 1981 or 1982. She performed on the stage in New York and played Kathleen, the Australian wife of Cole Gioberti (Billy Moses) on the television series Falcon Crest before returning to Australia to continue her acting career.
Also in 1995, she starred in the title role in the television series Correlli, where she met her future husband, Hugh Jackman. From 1995 to 1996, Furness starred in television series Fire alongside Andy Anderson and Wayne Pygram. Furness played the role of Dolores Kennedy.
An adoptive mother of two, Furness is known for her work assisting orphans globally and streamlining international adoptions, especially in her native Australia where she is a patron, and one of the creators, of National Adoption Awareness Week. She has addressed the National Press Club of Australia on the subject of adoption laws in Australia. Furness is a patron of the Lighthouse Foundation for displaced children and International Adoption Families for Queensland. She is also a World Vision ambassador and serves on the Advisory Committee for Film Aid International, working with refugees throughout the world.
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| Husband | Hugh Jackman (m. 1996-2023) |
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Net Worth and Salary
Deborra-Lee Furness's net worth is estimated to be influenced by her successful acting career, production ventures, and the combined wealth of her and Hugh Jackman. Although specific figures for her individual net worth are not readily available, her professional achievements and humanitarian work contribute significantly to her overall financial standing.
Career, Business, and Investments
Furness has had a diverse career, including roles in films like Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole and Jindabyne, for which she won several awards. She is also a producer and director, with her recent involvement in Force of Nature: The Dry 2 (2024). In addition to her film work, she is a strong advocate for international adoption and child welfare, supporting organizations like the Lighthouse Foundation and serving as a World Vision ambassador.
Social Network
While not extensively active on social media, Furness's work and philanthropic efforts are often highlighted through her husband's platforms and various media outlets.
Furness rose to fame in 1988 when she starred in the movie Shame, for which she won Best Actor awards from the Film Critics Circle of Australia and the Golden Space Needle Award from the Seattle International Film Festival. Other roles included an episode of Halifax f.p. and The Flying Doctors. In 1993, Furness appeared as Chrissy in the television mini-series Stark starring Ben Elton and Jacqueline McKenzie. In 1995, she featured in the film Angel Baby directed by Michael Rymer and starring Jacqueline McKenzie and John Lynch. The film followed the story of two schizophrenic people who met during therapy and fell passionately in love.
Education
Furness graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York, which provided her with a solid foundation for her acting career.
Conclusion
Deborra-Lee Furness is a multifaceted figure in the entertainment industry, known for her acting prowess and humanitarian commitment. Her net worth reflects a combination of her successful career and the wealth she shares with her husband, Hugh Jackman.
