Hugh Jackman Shines in Neil Diamond Biopic, Ignites Broadway Buzz

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Hugh Jackman has been lighting up the scene with buzz around his starring role in Song Sung Blue, the Neil Diamond-inspired musical biopic hitting theaters Christmas Day. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert reports that on December 18, Jackman made a splashy return for a three-part chat, bonding with host Stephen over their shared love of Neil Diamonds vast catalog, including Sweet Caroline. He revealed Neil personally blessed the film by handing over his music rights, a rare move, and dished on the real-life tribute duo Lightning and Thunder, whose wild twists make for an uplifting holiday tale of grit and showing up for each other. The electric interview sparked fan frenzy online, with recaps from Best Entertainment highlighting his hilarious impressions, behind-the-scenes stories, and an impromptu song-and-dance bit that had the crowd roaring.

Paramount Press Express details Jackman unveiling his new theater company, Together, designed to nurture emerging talent, tying into his drama school roots where he launched a troupe still thriving today. He gushed about channeling that passion into his Song Sung Blue character, a late-bloomer performer whod never quit the stage.

Fresh off the December 22 WSVN Deco Drive interview alongside Kate Hudson, Jackman flexed his Broadway pipes, praising Neils generosity toward unsung musicians and noting the films revival of classics like Song Sung Blue. Hudson called Neil a fan who sees it breathing new life into his hits. The pair evoked resilience amid love and loss.

On the red carpet, AOL reports Jackman and Sutton Foster made their glamorous debut as a pair at the Song Sung Blue closing gala premiere during 2025 AFI Fest at TCL Chinese 6 Theatres, fueling whispers of sparks. No fresh social mentions popped, but fan chatter exploded post-Colbert. Looking ahead, hell launch his From New York with Love residency at Radio City Music Hall starting January 24, snippets from The Boy from Oz and Greatest Showman included, per IMDb. This flurry cements Jackmans pivot to musical powerhouse, with Song Sung Blue poised for awards chatter.

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