Okay, I’m sorry the sites been away for a while.

I had a rather long time to think about the site and what I wanted to do with it and I’mn going to stick with what I originally planned for this site which is to focus on MAJOR news updates and praise for Hugh. So, you might not see updates here as often as other fansites…. there’s plenty of them linked here for you to search for that.

I just want to give something a little different. Thanks.

THE actor Hugh Jackman, film critic David Stratton and Oscar-winning costume designer Lizzy Gardiner have thrown their celebrity clout behind the push to legalise same-sex marriage

The trio, each of which is married to a person of the opposite sex, have endorsed a statement by advocacy group Australian Marriage Equality calling for same-sex couples to be allowed to marry.

”Australia is at its best when we value equality over prejudice and fear,” the statement says. ”That’s why we support marriage equality for same-sex couples.”

”Marriage equality will help remove discrimination against same-sex couples and their children. It will also benefit marriage by allowing it to embrace more loving committed couples who uphold its values. It’s time for Australia to join the other nations that have benefited from this important reform.” The statement is part of efforts to persuade the Opposition Leader, Tony Abbott, to grant Coalition MPs a conscience vote on the issue.

A Labor backbencher, Stephen Jones, is expected to introduce a private member’s bill to legalise same-sex marriage when Parliament resumes next month. The bill appears likely to be defeated by the combined forces of its opponents in the Labor Party, who have a free vote on the issue, and the Coalition, which has a policy of opposing change.

The Australian Marriage Equality convener, Alex Greenwich, said: ”Hugh, David and Lizzy are all happily-married straight supporters of equality. They know how important marriage is to a couple and their families and, like most Australians, they don’t feel same-sex couples should be denied the meaning and benefits of marriage.”

Mr Greenwich said the celebrities joined a list of prominent same-sex marriage supporters, which included former NSW premiers Nick Greiner and Kristina Keneally, the broadcaster Derryn Hinch and the Wallabies captain, David Pocock

”The message for Tony Abbott and the Coalition is that marriage equality is not a left-wing or Greens issue, but one that’s embraced by mainstream Australia,” Mr Greenwich said.

But the acting Opposition Leader, Warren Truss, said while the Coalition respected the choices of individuals, its position was that marriage should be reserved for unions between a man and a woman.

”Australians don’t appreciate being preached at by celebrities,” he said. ”The field research is telling us very clearly that people still think that marriage is between a man and a woman.’

The Australian Christian Lobby managing director, Jim Wallace, said while the endorsements were ”smart marketing,” few Australians had any passion for change

“Celebrities don’t represent the opinion of the majority of Australians,” he said.

Broadway veteran Hugh Jackman will be among the star-studded line-up paying tribute to one of the world’s most beloved entertainers in BETTY WHITE’S 90th BIRTHDAY: A TRIBUTE TO AMERICA’S GOLDEN GIRL tonight, January 16th from 8-9:30 p.m. ET on NBC. The Tony-award winner has just ended his sold-out engagement ‘Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway’ at The Broadhurst Theater. He has previously appeared in Keith Huff’s 2009 production of  ’A Steady Rain’ and as the singer-songwriter Peter Allen in 2004′s ‘The Boy From Oz’ for which he received the 2004 Tony Award for Best Actor in a musical as well as Drama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle and Theatre World Awards.

Jackman will join celebrities Morgan Freeman, Tina Fey, Mary Tyler Moore, Carol Burnett, Carl Reiner, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Vicki Lawrence, Ellen Degeneres, Ray Romano, Seth Meyers, Tracy Morgan and John O’Hurley in tonight’s salute to Betty White.

Previously announced stars paying tribute to the seven-time Emmy winner include White’s “Mary Tyler Moore” co-stars Ed Asner, Valerie Harper and Gavin MacLeod, as well as Jay Leno and Amy Poehler. White’s “Hot in Cleveland” co-stars Valerie Bertinelli, Wendie Malick and Jane Leeves will also be on hand to deliver birthday wishes along with Joel McHale and William Shatner.

The birthday special, taping at the Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles, will include special musical performances, surprise appearances and comedy, and will feature the irreverent tone, spirit and energy that is the hallmark of White’s six-decade career in show business. White will take the stage to share some memories and give thanks to those who’ve come to honor her.

From her first words on radio in 1947, to her current TV series “Hot in Cleveland,” viewers will be taken on an unprecedented journey through White’s storied career. Her work on game shows, talk shows, “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and “The Golden Girls” will be featured, along with her performances in movies and commercials. And most importantly, White will be saluted for her favorite role: making the world a better place for animals.

A number of celebrity-autographed MEDEA vodka bottles with custom messages will be auctioned off to raise funds for charities.

When Suzanna Bowling of the Times Square Chronicles saw a bottle of MEDEA Vodka, she called it “Times Square on a Bottle” and soon after Charities to Benefit was born. The new initiative will raise funds for the charities of choice of your favorite celebrities. Each bottle of MEDEA, with its own built-in “Times Square” digital read-out customized with a special message by a celebrity, will be autographed by the celebrity to be auctioned off to the celebrity’s charity of choice starting February 1st.

The talented Hugh Jackman was the first to sign with the proceeds of the sale of his autographed MEDEA bottle (programmed “HUGH JACKMAN ON BROADWAY” in the Blue LED lights on the bottle) to de donated to Nomad Two Worlds Foundation, supporting and promoting artists from indigenous and marginalized communities around the world. The bottles will be on display at Columbus Circle Wine at 1802 Broadway starting January 13 through Valentine’s Day, February 14.

On February 1, the auction will go live at www.charitiestobenefit.org with a gala celebrating Charities to Benefit set for February 13. Confirmed signings include Bernadette Peters for Broadway Barks Phyllis Newman for The Women’s Healthy Initiative, Lainie Kazan for Alzheimer’s Foundation, and the Cast of The Fantasticks for Bideawee. The cast of Phantom of the Opera autographed the MEDEA “Observe” bottle for Broadway League’s Family First Nights and other celebrity signings will be unveiled throughout the campaign.

“Suzanna experienced a “eureka” moment when she saw the MEDEA bottle for the first time in December, from which a great positive force of creative and enlightened energy emerged to result in a truly beautiful campaign for the betterment of lives,” says Matt Sandy, co-creator of Charities to Benefit and a founder of MEDEA Spirits. “Where there’s a will there’s a way and we’re blessed to live in today’s world where unbridled creativity and the entrepreneurial spirit are the key drivers for a better tomorrow.”

Hugh Jackman won the award for Best Action Star beating actors Ryan Renolds, Shia LaBeouf, Taylor Lautner and Vin Diesel in the category. Although Hugh Jackman was not there to accept the award he did give an acceptance speech from NY. Hugh was also up for Favorite Movie Actor but the award was given to actor Johnny Depp. Neither Award was given during the show but later appeared on the People’s Choice Awards website after the show went off air.

Here is a link to watch Hugh’s acceptance speech on youtube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzhiyiMSQGg

Okay, not saying it’s a long shot because I believe he is the Sexiest Man Alive but I started yet another site for fans of Hugh. This is not like other sites. Basically I will post images up of Hugh and post the reasons why I believe he deserves the title and also ask his devoted fans to post what they think about Hugh and why he deserves the title also. Hey maybe we can get the guy the attention he needs to win. I’m only one voice but with the help of others, we might get heard. Here is the link if anyone is interested.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/We-want-Hugh-Jackman-as-Sexiest-Man-Alive-Again/352063104810648

Tony Award winner. Hugh Jackman  has the magic touch! As previously speculated , Jackman will return to Broadway during the 2013-14 season to star as the title character in Houdini, an original musical featuring a score by Stephen Schwartz and book by Aaron Sorkin. Jack O’Brien will direct. No theater or further casting has been announced at this time.

“I have been deeply fascinated by the life of Harry Houdini since I was young,” Jackman said in a statement, “and in many ways I’ve been preparing for this role my whole life. I am thrilled to be collaborating with this collection of artists who are all at the top of their game.”

Sorkin’s take on the story of the famed magician will not be a traditional biography. Instead the musical tells the story of an epic battle between Houdini and a trio of women, known as ‘Spiritualists’, who convinced millions of people they could communicate with the dead.

Jackman recently wrapped his record-breaking solo show, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway. He is readying to star in the film adaptation of Les Miserables. Jackman earned a Tony Award for The Boy From Oz and also appeared on Broadway in A Steady Rain. His many film credits include the X-Men series, Australia, Swordfish,Kate & Leopold, Real Steel and The Prestige, in which he also played an illusionist.

Houdini is produced by Scott Sanders and David Rockwell, who will also design the show’s sets.

I just want to reassure you guys we’re not abandoning this site, but we’re currently going through plans to bring a new and much more exciting gallery to you, so while things are quiet with Hugh, we’ll be concentrating on this task for a bit but we’re not going anywhere!

Just added under the Gallery section is the 2011 interview with Hugh Jackman on The Marilyn Denis show. There are 384 images. Enjoy

Hugh Jackman has paid tribute to the cancer-stricken Australian who asked the Wolverine star to appear in a loving video tribute to his wife.

Kristian Anderson, 36, who made the video as he was battling liver and bowel cancer, died this week .Two years ago, he asked Hugh to appear in the tribute to his wife, Rachel, who is a fan of the star. Jackman obliged, and the video became a worldwide hit on YouTube.

The actor, who was pictured with his wife and daughter in New York today, has now said: ‘While I never met Kristian, like everyone else I feel like I know him. ’He was an inspiration, and a reminder to treasure what really matters in life.’

Father-of-two Kristian will be buried on Friday.

Anderson created the video for his wife’s birthday in September 2010 to thank her for supporting him throughout his cancer treatment. He managed to convince Jackman and the New Zealand Prime Minister, John Key, to make cameo appearances. Key appeared at the start of the video, wishing Anderson’s wife, Rachel, a very happy birthday, while Jackman made an emotional appearance half way through. Jackman looked straight into the camera and said: ‘He loves you Rachel – he loves you.’ Throughout the video, Anderson held up a series of cards expressing how he felt about his wife. At one point he said: ‘I need you like I need a cure for cancer’ and ‘As long as I live, my heart belongs to you.’ 

Anderson and his wife later met Oprah Winfrey during her visit to Australia in December 2010.