After sharing a shirtless poolside selfie on social media in Sydney, Hugh Jackman became the target of comedian Ricky Gervais’ ruthless teasing. In a recent social media post, Hugh Jackman shared a striking image of himself, radiating confidence as he lounged in the water with a broad smile that showcased his muscular physique.
The sun glinted off the surface, adding to the allure of the moment. In response, wasted no time in crafting a humorous yet unflattering reinterpretation of Jackman’s photo, effectively turning the moment into a comedic jab.
Gervais’s cheeky response did not go unnoticed, as it sparked a wave of reactions from Jackman’s dedicated fanbase.
Many fans took to the comments section on X, voicing their strong opinions about Gervais’s apparent envy. One particularly inventive user suggested a playful idea for a film collaboration, writing: “How about this – Hugh plays himself, and you play his jealous brother… Wackiness ensues!”
Other commenters were equally unenthusiastic, with one admitting, “I can’t unsee this,”
Ricky Gervais is known for mocking Hollywood A Listers. (Image: Getty)
Another user chimed in, saying: “Ricky took this photo with an underwater camera at a public pool; it was a very busy day for him.”
However, others found the photo hilarious, as they said Gervais had “made their day” with his cheeky banter.
One remarked: “This is why you are the best comedian.”
Another shared: “Identical, clearly separated at birth.”
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Hugh smouldered in a selfie as he enjoyed a festive dip in the pool. (Image: X)
Back in Australia, the talented actor from The Greatest Showman fully embraced the warmth of the summer season, joyfully splashing around after a refreshing swim.
In a post featuring a sunny snapshot of his poolside experience, he wrote, “Got to love December in Oz,” highlighting his enjoyment of the idyllic weather.
Currently on vacation in Sydney, the Australian star is relishing quality time with his children – 24-year-old Oscar and 19-year-old Ava – while also catching up with old friends.
Just last Saturday, he took to social media to share a delightful carousel of images from his day out on a Sydney Harbour cruise, capturing various highlights from his trip.
Ricky savagely mocked Hugh’s photo. (Image: X)
A particular photograph captured the attention of fans when they noticed the reflection of a woman in the actor’s sunglasses.
This intriguing detail led to a flurry of comments, with one fan asking, “Who’s the woman in your sunglasses?”
The 56-year-old actor is currently in a relationship with 49-year-old Broadway star Sutton Foster. Their romance blossomed after they met while co-starring in a revival of the beloved musical The Music Man, which ran from December 2021 to January 2023.
Both Jackman and Foster have a history of long-term marriages. Jackman was previously married to Deborra-Lee Furness for 27 years, while Foster was married to Ted Griffin for a decade.