Hugh Jackman reveals how 'great friend' Russell Crowe landed him the role of Wolverine
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Hugh Jackman paid his friend, Russell Crowe, the ultimate compliment on Friday when he said he 'owed' the man his career. The Australian actor, aged 54, shared an interview on Instagram featuring his close friend, a New Zealand-born actor aged 59. In the interview, the friend disclosed that he was responsible for getting the younger actor the role of Wolverine in the 'X-Men' films, which proved to be his breakthrough role. The younger actor expressed gratitude for his friend's continuous support throughout his career, acknowledging him as a "good man and a great friend."
During the Daily Mail interview shared by Jackman, Crowe mentioned that he had suggested Jackman for the role of Wolverine after he turned down the part himself. Russell explained that he declined the role as the character did not resemble him based on the art and other materials shown to him. However, he noted that the character's appearance was very similar to that of Jackman, prompting him to recommend the former for the role. He quoted, "Russell said, 'I also suggested [Hugh] for [Wolverine], too,' after revealing he turned down the role." Crowe then said, "Because they showed me art and stuff like that, and it's like it doesn't look like me. But I tell you who it looks like, I said it looks like Hugh Jackman," as quoted by Jackman.
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Who is Russel Crowe?
Crowe is a New Zealand-born Australian actor and film producer who has won several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in the movie Gladiator. He has appeared in several critically acclaimed films, including 'A Beautiful Mind', 'LA Confidential', 'The Insider', 'Cinderella Man', and 'Les Miserables'. Crowe and Jackman have also been known to support each other's projects and have been seen attending events and red carpets together.
Despite living in different parts of the world, the two actors have maintained their friendship over the years. Therefore, In the interview,shared by Jackman, Crowe mentioned that he had suggested Jackman for the role of Wolverine after he turned down the part himself. Russell explained that he declined the role as the character did not resemble him based on the art and other materials shown to him. However, he noted that the character's appearance was very similar to that of Jackman, prompting him to recommend Hugh for the role.
More about Hugh Jackman and Russel Crowe
Crowe and Jackman have been friends for many years, and despite living in different parts of the world, they have maintained their friendship. While Crowe is settled in Sydney, he is currently filming in Melbourne. Jackman, on the other hand, has been living in New York for several years with his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness. However, rumors suggest that the couple may be close to moving back to Australia. They recently downsized their apartment in New York and shipped their excess furniture to Australia. According to an insider, the couple is serious about the move after living in New York for years for their careers.
