Despite the holiday season, Hugh Jackman and his new love interest, Sutton Foster, spent Christmas apart, sparking rumors of trouble in paradise. Foster has been left to navigate the complexities of their relationship alone, as reports suggest that Jackman’s ex-wife, Deborra-Lee Furness, believes their romance may be short-lived.

Furness has confided in friends that she believes Jackman’s current infatuation with Foster is a result of a midlife crisis and predicts that the relationship is likely to fizzle out soon. RadarOnline.com has revealed that tensions may arise from Jackman’s emotional dependence on Foster, with a source stating, “He’s needy and will lean on Sutton for support, but that’s just the beginning of why it won’t work out.”

Despite the challenges, friends of Foster say she is determined to overcome the obstacles presented by her partner’s past. However, the constant comments and scrutiny from Furness have reportedly taken a toll on Foster. One insider shared, “Sutton’s not used to this level of attention,” noting that while she has experience at red carpet events, Jackman’s international fame significantly raises the stakes.