Actress Deborra-Lee Furness, 69, was recently spotted enjoying a day out with her 19-year-old daughter, Ava, at the 2025 Australian Open. The mother-daughter duo was seen watching a tennis match between Emma Navarro and Peyton Stearns. Furness, wearing a bright purple shirt, sat beside Ava, who rested her head on her mom’s shoulder during the game. Later on, Furness affectionately placed a hand on her daughter’s head as they continued to enjoy the match together.
Furness shares Ava and her 23-year-old son, Oscar, with her former husband Hugh Jackman, 56. The couple, who were married for nearly three decades, announced their separation in September 2023, emphasizing that their family remains their top priority. They expressed gratitude for their years together and stated their decision to separate was to focus on their individual growth.
In a previous interview with PEOPLE in 2020, Furness reflected on the challenges and rewards of parenting her two children. She highlighted the insight and growth that parenthood brought to her life, acknowledging that children have a way of revealing one’s vulnerabilities and flaws, prompting self-reflection and personal growth.
Jackman, known for his roles in various films including “The Son,” has also been open about discussing mental health topics with his children. At a screening of “The Son” in 2022, a movie centered around a family grappling with their son’s depression, Jackman shared how he engaged in conversations about mental health with Oscar and Ava. He expressed pride in his children’s willingness to have open discussions about such important issues, noting the positive impact of destigmatizing mental health conversations among younger generations.
Both Jackman and Furness have shown a commitment to prioritizing their children’s well-being and fostering open communication within their family dynamic. Despite their separation, they continue to co-parent and support each other in their individual paths.
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