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“Both my parents are English and came out to Australia in 1967. I was born the following year. My parents, and immigrants like them, were known as '£10 poms.' Back then, the Australian government was trying to get educated British people and Canadians - to be honest, educated white people - to come and live in Australia.”

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Australian actor, best known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men film series. Jackman has achieved great success on both stage and screen, winning numerous awards, including an Academy Award. more

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